Seth Garber leads the premier education and consulting platform serving the pest and wildlife control industry. Widely recognized as a trusted strategic advisor, Garber has helped hundreds of owners and executives scale their organizations, positioning Pest Daily as one of the industry’s most comprehensive resources for sustainable growth, leadership development, and operational excellence.

Following the successful sale of his multimillion-dollar pest control company in 2012, Garber applied his firsthand experience to solving the industry’s most complex business challenges. Today, Pest Daily delivers executive-level education and strategic guidance across sales, marketing, finance, human resources, leadership, and operations. Garber also extends his leadership to FRAXN, the specialized accounting firm he co-founded in 2022, and serves as a board member within the AXN platform.

Together, Garber’s companies support more than 2,000 businesses across North America, providing unmatched scale, industry intelligence, and depth of expertise. From developing stronger leaders and advancing professional development to improving financial performance and operational efficiency, Garber remains focused on strengthening the industry’s leading organizations and helping shape its future.

As vice president of client integration, David Gilmer is in charge of developing cutting-edge educational content and providing expert guidance and support to Pest Daily members. During his 20-plus years in the pest control industry, Gilmer has developed a deep understanding of service operations, technology development and departmental integration and enjoys using his knowledge to help business owners grow their organizations. Driven by a passion for advancing the industry through education, innovation and community building, Gilmer is eager to continue exploring new ways to enhance the value Pest Daily delivers to its members.

Andrea Edgars is a nationally recognized thought leader and trusted voice in customer service and office operations. A valued Pest Daily team member and subject matter expert, she supports dozens of pest control companies across the U.S., bringing more than a decade of hands-on industry experience—from her start as a CSR in 2010 to becoming a Regional Service Center Manager.

Andrea’s passion lies in helping people thrive. She’s known for building high-performing teams, creating career paths, and designing training that sticks. But for Andrea, it’s more than systems and service—it’s about meaningful human connection. She believes the key to lasting success is empowering professionals to find fulfillment in their work while delivering experiences that customers remember.

As Director of Expansion Services at Pest Daily, Nadine brings her passion for building high-performing teams and service-driven cultures to life every day. With over 21 years of experience in the pest control industry—including branch operations, sales leadership, and enterprise-level training and development—she knows what it takes to drive results across every level of an organization.

Nadine’s focus is on developing leaders who create exceptional employee experiences, because great teams are the foundation of superior customer outcomes. She specializes in customized training, performance coaching, operational support, and strategic planning—always aimed at helping partners retain talent, reduce turnover, and grow their business.

Throughout her career, Nadine has earned the trust of peers and teams by delivering actionable insights, thoughtful structure, and practical solutions that connect people development directly to performance. She is deeply committed to the pest control industry and proud to support the professionals who protect homes, businesses, and communities every day.

Tony is a lifelong entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience building, acquiring, growing, and selling businesses. His journey in pest control began alongside his father, Larry Carder, who founded Active Pest Control in 1985. Tony grew up learning the business under his father’s mentorship and took over operations in 2000. He helped grow Active into a successful regional company before its sale to Rentokil North America in June 2019. Beyond Active, Tony has built, acquired, and sold more than 30 companies, including businesses in residential sanitation and HVAC.

Today, Tony is the CEO and owner of TruNorth Pest Control, where he is putting three decades of experience to work building his next company. His focus is on leadership, culture, accountability, scalable growth, and long-term value. At Pest Daily’s FORGE, Tony brings the perspective of an entrepreneur who has built, grown, and exited businesses—and had the courage to build again.

Jeremy Ecker is the CEO and Founder of Rest Easy Pest Control, serving New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Since 2009, he has grown the company into a multi-brand operation with approximately 50 employees by combining strong systems, ambitious sales and marketing, and a culture focused on employees and customers.

An active owner-operator, Jeremy is passionate about sales leadership, technology, and scaling smarter. He uses AI, automation, CRM tools, and performance data to improve the business while developing leaders and integrating acquisitions. His next goal is to build a $25 million pest control platform.

William “BJ” Gall is the Owner-Operator of Frame’s Pest & Wildlife and the entrepreneur behind All for One Management, LLC. After working at Xavier University and earning his MBA, BJ returned to Toledo in 2011 to join the family business. By working in the field while implementing new internal systems, he developed a well-rounded understanding of what it takes to serve customers, support a team, and strengthen a company’s operations. His commitment to the industry extends beyond his own business through service on association boards and committees, including serving as President of the Ohio Pest Management Association. BJ also brings experience in multifamily real estate, having owned and managed numerous rental properties through All for One Management.

At the heart of BJ’s work is a commitment to family, service, and community. A husband and father of four, he enjoys staying active and has volunteered with a variety of organizations throughout his life. Whether he is improving business systems, contributing to industry leadership, or supporting his local community, BJ brings a practical perspective and a passion for helping people and organizations grow.

Alex Sherstinsky is the co-founder of ConvoScience, an AI technology company helping pest control businesses convert more incoming calls into booked jobs. With decades of experience developing machine learning solutions for major technology companies and startups, Alex has helped build conversational AI systems used by brands such as OfferUp, Airbnb, and Samsung. His expertise includes advanced large language models, neural networks, and AI-driven customer engagement.

Alex holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT, where he specialized in machine learning. He is the holder of multiple U.S. patents, and his research on neural networks has been widely cited. Today, through ConvoScience, Alex works directly with pest control operators to identify missed sales opportunities, improve call performance, and help teams turn more leads into revenue.

Brent Agee is the CEO of AXN Growth Partners, one of the fastest-growing pest control platforms in the industry, built by operators for operators. Beginning his career as a pest control technician, Brent worked his way through the industry to become the CEO of a private equity-backed organization. His hands-on experience across field operations, sales, organic growth, acquisitions, and leadership gives him a unique perspective on what it takes to build, scale, and lead a successful pest control business.

Under Brent’s leadership, AXN has expanded across multiple states while maintaining a strong commitment to operational excellence, organic growth, and company culture. AXN has earned a place on the Inc. 5000 list for three consecutive years, with five of its brands recognized among PCT’s Top 25 Best Places to Work in Pest Control. In 2026, Brent received Shore Capital Partners’ Culture Carrier Award, recognizing his dedication to building high-performing teams and creating opportunities for employees and founders. Today, Brent continues to lead AXN’s expansion by partnering with entrepreneurs who share his vision for sustainable growth, strong cultures, and long-term value creation.

Bradley White is the Director of AI Solutions at Shore Capital, a leading lower middle-market private equity firm focused on building and scaling businesses. In his role, Bradley leads the development and implementation of artificial intelligence solutions designed to improve operational efficiency, accelerate growth, and create competitive advantages across Shore Capital and its portfolio companies. His expertise lies at the intersection of AI strategy, software engineering, and practical business applications, helping organizations turn emerging technology into measurable results.

Prior to joining Shore Capital, Bradley served as a Manager of Software Engineering at McKinsey & Company, where he helped lead the strategy behind the firm's AI Agent team within its generative AI platform, Lilli. He also played a key role in developing the technology and security infrastructure supporting AI innovation across McKinsey. Earlier in his career, Bradley worked in enterprise software development and technology consulting. He holds a B.A. in Computer Science from DePauw University and an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.