↑ parent activity group ·
research dossier →

ARIZONA PEST PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 830411859 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE Y99 · Mutual & Membership Benefit · Small ($100K-$1M) · azppo.org
revenue
$289K
expenses
$243K
net assets
$354K
employees
0
volunteers
50
mission · from form 990

TO SERVE AS THE VOICE FOR THE ARIZONA PEST CONTROL INDUSTRY THROUGH EDUCATION, PROMOTING PROFESSIONALISM, RAISING ETHICAL STANDARDS, ENHANCING ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP, AND IMPROVING PUBLIC HEALTH.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arizona Pest Professional Organization (AzPPO) is a membership organization for pest control professionals in Arizona. It focuses on enhancing professionalism in the industry through legislative advocacy, education, networking, and providing resources to its members. AzPPO also offers joint membership with the National Pest Management Association (NPMA).

named programs · 6 · from sources

what they call their work

Great Western Conference
An annual conference offering technical training, business development education, CEU opportunities, and networking for pest management professionals.
Legislative Advocacy
Reviews bills impacting pest management professionals in Arizona and meets monthly with the Pest Management Division of the Arizona Department of Agriculture.
Masterminds
A program offering sponsorship opportunities and likely focused on professional development or networking.
Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM)
A group specific to Arizona engaging and supporting women in the pest control industry.
Southwest Rodent Academy
An educational program focused on rodent management.
Southwest Termite Academy
An educational program focused on termite management.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Professional Association Conferences & Events 5 activities
    • Annual Great Western Conference for Pest Management Professionals
      Hosts an annual two-day conference that brings together over 400 pest management professionals for education, networking, and industry exhibits; includes a conference exhibit hall with over 70 vendors and offers sponsorship tiers with various benefits including booth space, logo placement, and speaking opportunities.
    • Hosts annual Great Western Conference for pest management professionals
      Organizes a two-day annual conference that attracts over 400 attendees, featuring education sessions, networking events, and continuing education credits. The 2025 event was branded as the Great Western Conference.
    • Operates exhibit hall at annual conference
      Manages an exhibit hall with over 70 vendor booths at its annual conference, providing space for companies to showcase pest management products and technologies.
    • Organizing the Great Western Conference
      Hosts an annual pest management conference, the Great Western Conference, which brings together over 400 professionals for two days of education and networking, featuring an exhibit hall with over 70 vendors.
    • Organizing the Great Western Conference
      Hosts an annual pest management conference, the Great Western Conference, which brings together over 400 professionals for two days of education and networking, featuring an exhibit hall with over 70 vendors.
  • Legislative Monitoring & Reporting 4 activities
    • Advocacy and Government Engagement
      Monitors and reviews state legislation impacting pest management professionals and maintains ongoing engagement through monthly meetings with the Arizona Department of Agriculture’s Pest Management Division.
    • Advocates for pest management professionals in state legislation
      Monitors and reviews legislative bills impacting Arizona pest management professionals and maintains monthly engagement with the Pest Management Division of the Arizona Department of Agriculture to represent industry interests.
    • Advocating for Pest Management Professionals
      Reviews legislative bills impacting Arizona pest management professionals and meets monthly with the Pest Management Division of the Arizona Department of Agriculture.
    • Advocating for Pest Management Professionals
      Reviews legislative bills impacting Arizona pest management professionals and meets monthly with the Pest Management Division of the Arizona Department of Agriculture.
  • Professional Development & Certification Programs 4 activities
    • Continuing Education and CEU Provision
      Provides continuing education units (CEUs) approved across multiple states, offering 6 CEU hours per day at its annual conference to support professional development for pest management industry practitioners.
    • Provides continuing education credits (CEUs) for industry professionals
      Offers state-approved continuing education units (CEUs) at its annual conference, providing up to 6 CEU hours per day to support professional licensure and development.
    • Providing Continuing Education Credits
      Offers continuing education credits (CEUs) approved across multiple states for pest management professionals, providing 6 CEU hours per day at its conference.
    • Providing Continuing Education Credits
      Provides continuing education credits (CEUs) approved across multiple states for pest management professionals, offering 6 CEU hours per day at its conference.
  • Women's Leadership Development Programs 4 activities
    • Engaging Women in Pest Management
      Engages women in the pest management industry throughout Arizona through its Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) program.
    • Engaging Women in Pest Management
      Engages women in the pest management industry throughout Arizona through its Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) program.
    • Professional Development and Inclusion Programs
      Supports workforce development and inclusion in the pest management industry through the Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) program, which engages women across Arizona.
    • Supports professional development of women in pest management
      Engages and supports women in the pest management industry across Arizona through the Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) program.
  • Sponsorship & Brand Exposure Services 1 activity
    • Offers sponsorship packages for conference and events
      Provides tiered sponsorship opportunities (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze) for the annual conference and other events, including booth space, logo placement, speaking roles, advertising, and event recognition.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Manages membership and member benefits
      Supports over 100 members with benefits including discounted booth space, sponsorship opportunities for events such as the Annual Conference, Termite and Rodent Academies, Clay Shoot, and Bugs and Balls Golf Tournament, and free admission to the Annual Board Induction Ceremony.
    • Membership and Event Benefits
      Offers membership benefits including discounted booth space and sponsorship opportunities at the annual conference and other events such as the Bugs and Balls Golf Tournament, Termite and Rodent Academies, Clay Shoot, and free admission to the Annual Board Induction Ceremony.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$289K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$271K94%
Investment income$910%
Other revenue$17K
expenses
Total expenses$243K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$13K
Grants paid out$2K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$357K
Cash$346K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3K
Net assets$354K
Liquid reserves17.0 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +68.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
CHRISTINA GILMER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FROM 3/1/22 40 $13K
board members · 9
  • BRIAN SMITHSON — MEMBER AT LARGE
  • CHRIS GILLIES — IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
  • CODY SMITH — PRESIDENT
  • DARREN HUNSAKER — VICE PRESIDENT
  • DAVID GILMER — SECRETARY
  • DAWN MARIE AGUAYO — TREASURER
  • HOLLY PARKER — MEMBER AT LARGE
  • KALE JAWORSKI — MEMBER AT LARGE
  • MARIE HORNER — MEMBER AT LARGE
relationships · 6

who they work with

  • AZSAE Partner — Received the 2019 Excellence in Education Award from AZSAE.
  • NPMA Network — Offers benefits of NPMA membership, including an affiliate group for Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM).
  • National Pest Management Association Partner — Offers joint membership benefits with the National Pest Management Association (NPMA).
  • National Pest Management Association Partner — Provides joint membership options for pest control professionals in Arizona.
  • National Pest Management Association (NPMA) Network — Membership with AzPPO entitles members to joint membership with NPMA.
  • Pest Management Division of the Arizona Department of Agriculture Government — Meets monthly with the division.