IPCA Fall Conference

September 22 – 23, 2025
President Abraham Lincoln Doubletree Hotel
701 E. Adams St., Springfield, IL 62701

 

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PROGRAM OF EVENTS

Monday, September 22

8:30 am – 12:00 pm       IDPH Exam Prep Course
                                            Curt Colwell

This course is designed and led by Dr. Curt Colwell, retired Entomologist with the IDPH Division of Environmental Health. Armed with decades of exam experience and industry knowledge, Dr. Colwell has carefully designed this prep class to review the critical subject areas you need to know to pass the exam. Additionally, attendees can expect to complete a pre- and post-assessment practice test to help you identify strengths and weaknesses in your scope of subject matter knowledge. The registration fee for this class is $65 for IPCA members, and $95 for nonmembers. This class will be capped at 50 people. *SEPARATE REGISTRATION (WITH IDPH) REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS PREP COURSE, SCAN QR CODE ABOVE OR VISIT IPCAONLINE.ORG. Restricted Use, General Use

1:00 – 2:00 pm              Truck Spills
                                           Dr. Fred Whitford, Purdue University

A pesticide spill can happen to anyone—preparedness is key to minimizing damage and injury. This session will demonstrate how a coordinated, team-based response involving all staff can effectively manage emergencies. Don’t miss the live demonstration that will test your readiness and show what works in real spill scenarios.

2:00 – 3:00 pm                Rodent Management – Traps and Solutions
                                            Dave Johnson, Catchmaster

This session provides an in-depth overview of rodent biology, disease risks, inspection strategies, and the latest trapping tools and techniques. Attendees will learn how to assess infestations, identify high-risk areas, and implement effective, compliant control programs using glue boards, multi-catch traps, and CO₂ methods. The talk will also address evolving EPA regulations on rodenticides and practical field insights for improving outcomes.

3:15 – 4:15 pm                Bed Bug Update: Human Health and Control
                                          Simona Principato, University of Kentucky

Simona will cover biology, distribution, health impacts, and management strategies for bed bugs. Her presentation will also include guidance on bed bug identification and highlight recent research findings related to their health implications and control methods.

4:30 – 6:00 pm                 Industry Appreciation Reception

Be sure to stick around for IPCA’s signature event, the Industry Appreciation reception! Take advantage of this great networking opportunity to meet fellow PMPs from across the Midwest and talk shop with conference speakers and industry experts. This event is included in your conference registration and is open to members and non-members of IPCA.

Tuesday, September 23

7:30 – 8:30 am                 Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors

8:00 – 8:30 am                 Welcome and Association Update
                                              Tim Campbell, IPCA President

8:30 – 9:30 am                  Navigating Nature’s Occasional Invaders
                                               Ellie Sanders, NPMA

Learn to identify common seasonal invader pests and what that seasonal behavior can mean for your management strategies. From regional pest like stink bugs and box elder bugs, to those more widespread like earwigs or crickets, this session will give you the tools and knowledge you need to take such infestations.

9:00 am – 5:00pm          IDPH Testing
                                            SEPARATE REGISTRATION (WITH IDPH) REQUIRED

9:30 – 10:30 am              What’s for Dinner? IPM Recipes for Food Establishments
                                            Rich Williams, R-Pro Products

This presentation reviews many challenges pest management professionals encounter when servicing food establishments; and provides lasting IPM solutions for managing common pests found in these environments.

10:30 – 10:45 am            BREAK

10:45 – 11:45 am            What’s for Dinner? IPM Recipes for Food Establishments (cont.)                                       

12:00 – 1:15 pm               Lunch with Exhibitors and Charity Contest

Charity Contest tickets for all prizes are available for sale from any IPCA board member or event staff. Cash, credit cards, and check payments will be accepted. Thank you in advance for supporting the H.E.R.O.E.S. Cares Organization!

1:15 – 2:15 pm                Legislative Update
                                           IPCA Legislative Committee (Ron Hodgkins, Chris Haggerty, Tim Baietto, Tom Dobrinska) & JD Darr (NPMA)

The IPCA Legislative Committee will give an update on the current state of legislative affairs in the state of Illinois. J.D. Darr will join the presentation via Zoom to provide a federal legislative update.

2:15 – 3:15 pm                IPM in Sensitive Accounts
                                        Tim Husen, Syngenta

This presentation covers the many ways companies can gain effective pest control in difficult accounts using their knowledge of construction, insect biology, and chemical formulation and modes of action.

3:30 – 4:30 pm              Preparing for Spring 2026
                                           Dannis Warf, Envu
To prepare for next year you need to review several aspects of your business: equipment, maintenance/repair, employee training, financial review, customer retention evaluation, learn about new products and services, marketing and much more.

Sponsorship Levels:

NOTE: Each sponsorship level includes registrations for 2 reps per company

SOLD OUT –

GOLD LEVEL SPONSORSHIP – $1,000
Take the stage with this top-level sponsorship where you will have 5 minutes on the program Tuesday morning to welcome attendees and to share the latest highlights of your company’s successes. Your company’s name and logo will also be identified on all signage as an exclusive sponsor of the lunch in the exhibit hall. Additionally, your company’s name and logo will be featured as a gold level sponsor on the conference program, Fall Conference website, communication to attendees and onsite signage. Don’t miss an opportunity to associate your business with a ground-breaking conference at the highest level with a prestigious gold level sponsorship!

Sponsorship highlights:

• 5 minutes on stage during the Tuesday opening session
• Exclusive sponsor of Lunch – including your company’s name & logo on lunch signage
• Drink tickets to give away at your booth during the Industry Appreciation Reception
• Company name and logo will be featured as a prestigious gold level sponsor on the conference program, Fall Conference website, communications to attendees and onsite signage.

SILVER LEVEL SPONSORSHIP – $750

The silver level sponsorship provides companies the opportunity to have their name and logo on all signage for the continental breakfast in the exhibit hall. In addition, your company’s name and logo will be featured as a silver level sponsor on the conference program, Fall Conference website, all attendee communications and onsite signage.

Sponsorship highlights:

• Company name and logo will be featured on signage as a sponsor of the continental breakfast in the exhibit hall
• Drink tickets to give away at your booth during the Industry Appreciation Reception
• Company name and logo will be featured as an honored silver level sponsor on the conference program, Fall Conference website, in all attendee communications and onsite signage.

BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORSHIP – $500

The bronze level sponsorship provides an economical way to get your company’s name in front of the attendees on signage during refreshment breaks in the educational program. In addition, your company name and logo will be featured as a bronze level sponsor on the conference program, the Fall Conference website, all attendee communications, and onsite signage.

Sponsorship highlights:

• Company name and logo will be featured on signage as one of the sponsors for refreshment breaks
• Drink tickets to give away at your booth during the Industry Appreciation Reception
• Company name and logo will be featured as an honored bronze level sponsor on the conference program, Fall Conference website, all attendee communications and onsite signage.

Industry Appreciation Reception Sponsorship – $100

The IPCA is excited to bring back the Industry Appreciation Reception at the 2025 Fall Conference! This sponsorship opportunity is offered exclusively to exhibitors and ensures additional exposure and engagement with attendees. For only $100 the Reception Sponsors will receive:

• Sponsorship recognition on event signage, program, and website
• Recognition to all attendees during the event
• Drink tickets to give away at your booth

Exhibitor Registration (non-sponsorship):

• Members – Booth fee $250 each
• Non Members – Booth fee $350 each
• Additional Exhibitor – $50 per registrant

NOTE: Program is subject to change.