The pest management industry is stronger because of the leadership, innovation, and dedication of the women who serve in it every day. The 2026 Impact Awards for Women in Pest Management, presented by NPMA, recognize those outstanding contributions — and nominations close Friday, February 20, 2026.
If you know a colleague, mentor, technician, manager, sales professional, or operations leader who is making a difference, now is the time to ensure her work is celebrated.
Award recipients will be announced on Monday, March 9, 2026, in recognition of International Women’s Day.
Submit your nomination before it’s too late!
Submit a NominationAt OPCA, we believe in recognizing excellence and creating pathways for leadership within our industry. Submitting a nomination is more than filling out a form — it’s an opportunity to:
Recognition at the national level reflects positively on your company, your team, and our industry as a whole.
The Impact Awards will be celebrated during the 2026 Women’s Forum, taking place:
May 19–21, 2026 | Charlotte, NC
Hotel Information
Rate: $209/night plus taxes & fees
Contracted rates guaranteed through: April 27, 2026, or until we sell out (whichever comes first). After this date, room rates and availability are at the discretion of the hotel.
Note: The room block covers both hotels, which share the same downtown location. Rooms may be assigned in either hotel.
OPCA encourages member companies to participate — whether by submitting nominations, attending the Forum, or supporting women within your organization who are ready to take the next step in leadership.