The David Cooksey PestVet of the Year Award was created to honor a veteran who has helped strengthen the role of pest management. They are recognized for their outstanding contributions to the industry and to the communities they serve. 

Criteria

The evaluation process will recognize the following:

• The nominee’s leadership/involvement in community volunteer activities
• The nominee’s contributions to the pest control industry
• The nominee’s contributions to his/her company
• The nominee’s contributions to other veterans

 Minimum qualifications include:

• Must be an honorably discharged (DD214) Veteran of the US Military
• Must be employed by an NPMA member company 

Deadline

Nominations will open in late 2024 for the 2025 award to be presented at the 2025 Legislative Day, March 9-11, 2025, in Washington, DC.