Seth Garber leads the premier e-learning and consulting platform serving the pest and wildlife control industry. Recognized as a trusted advisor, Garber has supported hundreds of owner/operators in scaling their organizations, earning his consulting firm a reputation as the industry’s most comprehensive resource for growth and operational excellence.

Following the successful sale of his own multimillion-dollar pest control business in 2012, Garber leveraged his extensive expertise to address the industry’s evolving challenges. Today, Pest Daily provides innovative education and strategic guidance on sales, marketing, finance, human resources, and operational management, equipping businesses with the tools to achieve sustainable success. Garber’s leadership extends to FRAXN, the accounting firm he co-founded in 2022, specializing in financial solutions for pest and wildlife control companies.

Supporting over 1,800 businesses across North America, Garber’s companies deliver unmatched scale and depth of support. From advancing professional development through tailored resources to driving operational efficiencies, Garber remains committed to empowering the industry’s leaders and shaping its future growth.

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.

Brent Agee is a second generation pest control operator who rose from technician to leading one of the fastest growing platforms in the industry. He believes the best leaders lead through coaching to develop people and build strong teams. Under his leadership, AXN’s partner brands have earned recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest growing companies and been honored among PCT Magazine’s Best Places to Work. A jiu jitsu black belt and competitive cowboy mounted shooter, Brent applies the same discipline and resilience from these pursuits to his leadership, driving growth and excellence across his organizations.

Dave Bradford is a seasoned executive known for leading organizations through transformative growth while building operational discipline and financial strength. With more than two decades of experience in high-growth, route-based service industries, Dave has earned a reputation for aligning teams, driving performance, and fostering a culture of trust and accountability that empowers people to deliver exceptional results.

Since joining Certus Pest Control in 2021 as Chief Financial Officer—and ascending to Chief Executive Officer the following year—Dave has led the company’s continued expansion and operational evolution. His leadership experience spans major organizations such as Environmental Pest Service, Spirit Airlines, United Maritime Group, and Tupperware Brands Corporation. He believes that true leadership starts by serving those closest to the customer and that a company’s success is defined by the strength of its frontline.

Dave holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Texas at Arlington and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Outside of Certus, he is an active conservationist and lifetime member of both the Boone and Crockett Club and the Texas Wildlife Association.

Patrick Kelly is a strategic leader recognized for his expertise in acquisition integration, enterprise business intelligence, and organizational transformation. With a results-driven and solutions-focused approach, he consistently bridges operational gaps, drives efficiency, and positions companies for scalable, sustainable growth.

As Senior Vice President of Strategy at Certus, Patrick leads the company’s expansion initiatives through mergers and acquisitions while optimizing processes that strengthen enterprise performance. His nearly decade-long experience in the pest control industry—combined with a strong background in residential and commercial services under private equity ownership—makes him a pivotal force behind Certus’ continued growth and evolution.

A native of Buffalo, New York, Patrick holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce and an MBA in international management from Niagara University, along with a Lean Six Sigma certification. Outside of work, he brings the same focus and energy to his passions for race-car driving, golf, and travel.

Paul Giannamore is recognized as the leading global authority on valuation and M&A in the pest control industry by institutional investors, Wall Street equity research analysts and some of the largest firms in the industry. He’s also the co-host of The Boardroom Buzz, a podcast that provides cutting-edge insight on strategy, valuation and mergers and acquisitions in the service industry.

Scarlett Nolen was promoted to President of Truly Nolen of America in March 2019. Nolen has worked for the company since 2012 in multiple roles. Prior to becoming President, Nolen was the district manager for the “Growth District,” a district of new service offices throughout Florida, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. Prior to joining the company, Nolen graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor’s Degree in Experimental Psychology and Summa Cum Laude from the University of Central Florida with a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a third-generation Pest Control Professional, as her grandfather Truly Wheatfield Nolen founded Economy Exterminators in Miami in 1938 and her father Truly David Nolen (who passed away in 2017) took the knowledge he had from working with his father at Economy and founded Truly Nolen Pest Control in Tucson, Arizona in 1955.

Steve Good is a seasoned business development, operations, sales, and marketing executive with more than 35 years of C-suite experience spanning B2C and B2B services, real estate development, retail, and marketing communications. During his 20-year tenure at Terminix International, he held several key leadership roles, including Chief Marketing Officer, Senior Vice President of Business Development, and Vice President of Sales. Today, he serves as President of Good Strategies LLC, a firm that provides strategic, operational, and marketing guidance while commercializing emerging technologies in pest control, lawn care, and home services. His recent commercialization projects include IGI CO₂ powered by Liphatech, Envu’s TruDtex Bed Bug Detection Device, and US Biologic’s LymeShield platform. A cum laude graduate of the University of Memphis with a degree in economics, Good has served on the National Pest Management Association board and is a recipient of the Crown Leadership Award. He is currently an Executive in Residence at the Fogelman College of Business and Economics at the University of Memphis and resides in Memphis, Tennessee, with his wife, Angela.

Co-founder of Pointe Pest Control in 2006 and Green Pest Services in 2010, helping grow both into respected regional leaders before partnering with Thompson Street Capital Partners as their residential platform at Pestco. He continues to serve as an owner and board member. He happily returned to start-up mode with his newest venture, KirbyCo Professional Landscape Services, founded in early 2025. He’s back to his roots—focused on strategy, systems, data, and driving sustainable growth. When he’s not working, you’ll find him guiding in the Idaho backcountry with Eagle Idaho Outfitters.

Jeffrey Van Diepen is the Founder and former President and CEO of Pestmaster Services, Inc. and Pestmaster Franchise Network, Inc., where he led nationwide operations from 1979 to 2020, expanding franchised locations across 17 states, Washington, D.C., and launching the company’s first international operation in Beirut, Lebanon. He also founded and served as President and CEO of Kaigan Corporation, developing strategic alliances and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs for federal agencies and major government contractors, including the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the VA Hospital System. A recognized specialist in government and GSA contracting, his work has consistently emphasized environmentally responsible, low-risk pest and vegetation management solutions for large commercial and public-sector clients. After retiring in 2021, he founded Safety Squads to help seniors safely age in place and is now launching Ecological Engineers, a consulting firm focused on reducing pesticide usage through low- and non-toxic pest management strategies.

Nick is the leading authority on wealth management and tax strategies for pest control owners. Essential Partners helps owners maximize after-tax wealth through tax strategy, investments and sale timing. In the last 16 months, clients have executed over $500M in transactions.

This special guest is a seasoned technology CEO and executive coach who has built, scaled, and successfully exited high-growth businesses while maintaining a strong focus on leadership, culture, and personal balance. As a former IT services CEO, he scaled a company to $34M in revenue and led organizations recognized seven times on the Inc. 5000 list.

His companies earned repeated Best Place to Work distinctions, were ranked among the top employers in Florida—outperforming even global technology brands—and were intentionally built for long-term value and successful exits. His leadership has been recognized globally, including honors as a Top 250 CEO worldwide and finalist for Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year.

A longtime friend and trusted peer of Seth, he brings both personal and professional perspective shaped by decades of shared conversations around leadership, growth, and building businesses that last. His work today reflects firsthand experience balancing aggressive scaling with personal well-being, leading through complexity, and navigating high-stakes decisions.

Through coaching, writing, and leadership frameworks, he delivers practical strategies to streamline operations, increase enterprise value, and build businesses that are both scalable and sustainable.

Nick is a renowned entrepreneur, best-selling author, and media personality with a proven track record of building and scaling category-defining businesses. He co-founded a multi-million-dollar franchise brand with more than 200 locations worldwide and over $300 million in annual system-wide sales.

Beyond entrepreneurship, he is the co-author of a Random House best seller, a producer of an award-winning Netflix documentary, and has executive produced and appeared in the first biopic ever made about the early life of one of the world’s most influential business leaders.

His work and insights have been featured across major television networks including ABC, CNBC, FOX News, CNN, and MSNBC, as well as in leading publications such as Forbes, Fortune, Inc., Entrepreneur, and Time.

A long-term peer and trusted friend of Seth, he brings decades of shared perspective on leadership, growth, and building organizations that endure. His professional success is matched by a strong commitment to philanthropy, including initiatives supporting survivors of domestic violence and large-scale efforts to combat food insecurity.