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    Billy Tesh

    Owner/President

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    Laurie Tesh

    Owner

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    Andrew Hicks

    Vice President of Operations

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    Erin Vanderfleet

    Executive Assistant

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    Patrick Thompson

    Sandhills Branch Manager

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    Julie Tesh-Clark

    Chief Communications Officer

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    Tracy Mitchell

    Office Manager

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    Jason Choate

    Chief Operations Officer

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    Sabrina McMahan

    Accounting/Office Manager

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    Dr. Lucas Carnohan

    VP of Technical & Corporate Development

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    Tracy Mitchell

    Office Manager

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    Allysun Wilson

    Director of Marketing & Content

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  • “I enjoy working for PMi because of the family atmosphere, everyone here I consider family and we all have each other’s back. At the end of each day, I go home knowing we helped our customers on what can be a very stressful, frustrating day for them. I am grateful to work in a place which makes us grow to greater heights.”

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    Kelly C.

  • “The reason I love not just my position in “bed bugs,” but the “pest field,” in general, period. Just as police, firefighters, and medical personnel are so important, I feel we are so important as well. We get out every day no matter the situation to give our clients a peace of mind, we help them solve their problems. If we do not do it who will… I have worked for a different pest control company in past and I must say hands down this have been the best company to work for. Everyone seems to be on page and a family no matter how new you are. They took time to properly train me, if I had questions it was answered and always been respectful… 🥳 woo PMI is the way to go 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽!”

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    Rick H.

  • “Having worked both in the field and now in the office I can honestly say that I love my job here! It is more like being with family all day than coworkers. Everyone takes pride in what they do, and we take care of our customers as a team. It makes a difference when you like going to work every day.”

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    Tracy M.

  • “PMi is a great company to be a part of. It is family owned and they make you feel like you are part of the family. They will let you know how much they appreciate you and how hard you work. I could not have asked for a better company to work for. I am so glad that I am a part of the PMi family!”

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    Joni M.

  • “I have been at PMi for over 18 years, and its just a great company to work for. I have never seen a company, or the owners of a company do for their employees the way that they have done for us. It is one big happy family! I love working here and I love talking to our customers!”

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    Kathy L.

  • “A great place to work! With a flexible schedule most of the time. A great owner that would do anything for you if u need Help! I have been with PMI for over 30 years and I love working with the customers trying to fix their issues with insects and rodents and I love working on my own!”

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    Thomas O.

  • “I love working for PMi because it’s all about family. Everyone genuinely cares about each other and we truly care about our customers. My job gives me the opportunity to have a positive impact on people’s lives and make a difference every day. Every day is different challenge, yet exciting!! It is ok for me not to know everything and If I don’t, all I have to do is ask!! I love my job and all of my co-workers 😊!”

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    Sabrina M.

  • “I feel incredibly fortunate to be a part of the Greensboro community and the PMi family. At PMi, we genuinely care about our customers and our employees, and it shows in the quality of pest and moisture management services that we provide. I am humbled to have the opportunity to help PMi take its services to the next level, and I go to work every day with a smile on my face because of the great people I get to work with at the PMi office and in the community.  “

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    Allysun Wilson

    Director of Marketing & Content

    Allysun Wilson is the Director of Marketing & Content with a passion for helping businesses grow and stand out in competitive markets. With 5+ years of hands-on experience, she has worked alongside a wide range of companies, developing creative strategies that increase visibility, strengthen brand identity, and enhance community relationships.

    Specializing in social media marketing and management, Allysun blends data-driven strategy with eye-catching graphic design to create cohesive, engaging brand experiences. From content planning and campaign execution to visual storytelling and brand development, she understands how all the moving pieces of marketing work together. She thrives on building meaningful connections with clients and networking within the community to help us build a bigger foundation.

    Outside of work, Allysun embraces adventure and the outdoors. She enjoys flying planes for fun, traveling internationally, and exploring historical destinations. When she’s not in the air or planning her next trip, you’ll likely find her tending to her chickens, spending time with her dog, or making memories with her daughter. Whether she’s launching a marketing campaign or chasing her next adventure, Allysun brings energy, creativity, and heart to everything she does.

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    Tracy Mitchell

    Office Manager

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    Dr. Lucas Carnohan

    VP of Technical & Corporate Development

    Lucas is a PhD entomologist who has always had a passion for the creepy-crawly critters of the world. He attended graduate school at the University of Florida, where he received an MS in medical and veterinary entomology and a PhD in urban entomology. Lucas’ master’s thesis was focused on Brown Dog Ticks, and his PhD dissertation was focused on subterranean termites. Lucas has been in the pest management industry since 2017. During that time Lucas has become a Board Certified Entomologist through the Entomological Society of America and Quality Pro certified through the NPMA. He is also a certified pesticide applicator in the state of North Carolina. During his career, Lucas has been involved with high profile accounts, including: the Smithsonian, the National Gallery of Art, the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, and the National Institutes of Health. In addition to being a bug expert, Lucas has experience with customer service, quality assurance, inspections, IPM, and Operations. Lucas loves to spend time with his wife, Amelia, dog, Stella, and cat, Penelope. He is an avid fan of everything related to technology, and he also enjoys spending time doing a variety of activities in the Great Outdoors.

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    Sabrina McMahan

    Accounting/Office Manager

    Sabrina was born in High Point, NC. In her childhood, Sabrina really enjoyed being outdoors, and she still enjoys this to this day. Sabrina has a son that she loves spending time with. She wears many hats at work, and loves helping everyone around the office. She has over 15 years of experience in the Pest Control industry. You can occasionally hear Sabrina’s laugh in the office, and it immediately makes you smile.

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    Jason Choate

    Chief Operations Officer

    For the past 7.5 years, I’ve had the privilege of being part of the PMi team. During that time, I’ve become a licensed Wildlife and Damage Control Agent and earned my QualityPro certification—both of which reflect my commitment to professional growth and service excellence.

    Outside of work, I’m happily married and proud father of two awesome kids. I’m passionate about the outdoors. Whether it’s hunting, fishing, or simply enjoying nature, that’s where you’ll often find me. I also prioritize staying active with regular gym time and believe strongly in giving back, which is why I enjoy serving in my local church and helping others whenever I can.

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    Tracy Mitchell

    Office Manager

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    Julie Tesh-Clark

    Chief Communications Officer

    Julie was born and raised in Greensboro, she moved to Washington DC and then to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she lives with her husband and her family.

    Julie is the Chief Communications Officer for PMi. She is heavily involved with the pest control industry at a state and national level. She has served on the National Pest Management’s Board of Directors, is current Vice Chair of NPMA’s Public Policy Committee and the current Chair of NPMA’s Marketing to Membership committee. She helps fundraise for the State’s Professional Women in Pest Management Chapter and was in the inaugural class of the Leader Launch Program for the National Pest Management Association. She is currently on the Board of Directors for Quality Pro, and the marketing council for the Professional Pest Management Alliance.

    Julie loves being able to connect with PMi’s customers and help them solve their issues and concerns. She says, “We have established such a strong community presence, and being committed to giving back to our community is vital. This is an amazing part of my job; I am so grateful for the opportunity to work alongside so many impactful people trying to make a difference and being able to coordinate all our community outreach. I LOVE our team- what I enjoy is being able to travel to our corporate office and be able to learn from the team and make sure we all feel appreciated and valued in our positions. I appreciate them and I enjoy the relationships with them.”

    For Julie, this is truly a family business. She feels blessed to learn from her dad, Billy Tesh, and from her mom, Laurie. She says, “Dad is truly the energizer bunny and it’s so refreshing to see how much he loves what he does, and both my parents do it with such conviction and passion. I love being able to work with them.”

    Anyone that knows Julie also knows that she loves her sweet pups, Ford Ruffin and Elouise, and donates a lot of her time in Baton Rouge to helping the in-take shelter, Companion Animal Alliance, and has chaired their largest fundraiser, Furball for the last 3 years.

    Julie has worked with so many amazing organizations through PMi and her time as Miss North Carolina International, 2009. She served as an intern in the White House and opened her own dress boutique in Greensboro called Swish in 2010. She is passionate about continuing the PMi Cares initiative and helping organizations like Habitat for Humanity, Corks for Kids Path, Greensboro Science Center, Family Home Services and Victory Junction. She is able to spread her message of culture of care, live to give and teach everyone the power they have to make a difference as she speaks across the country at different events and conferences.

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    Patrick Thompson

    Sandhills Branch Manager

    Before settling in and running our Sandhills office, Patrick grew up in Louisiana and also enjoyed living in  Tuscaloosa, AL; Washington, DC; and Charleston, South Carolina. Patrick met his wife Kelly while attending the University of Alabama. They have a yellow lab named Bacchus (Baci for short) who is our Sandhills office mascot.

    Quote from Patrick: We have a wide range of people that work at PMi, and I love the day to day interaction with my co-workers. Each of them are wonderful and interesting people.  Also, I truly enjoy being able to take care of our customer base. Each person who contacts us has an issue that makes them uncomfortable in thier own homes, and we take care of these issues. That direct link makes my job enjoyable.

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    Erin Vanderfleet

    Executive Assistant

    Erin spent her childhood living in various parts of the country as a proud daughter of an United States Air Force Master Sergeant. She gaining a deep appreciation for different people and places. This diverse upbringing instilled in her adaptability, resilience, and a strong sense of duty—traits that continue to shape her professional approach today.

    She is a proud mother of two sons and values the balance between family and career. Known for her compassionate nature and strong work ethic, Erin brings a calm and thoughtful presence to every task she undertakes.

    When asked what she enjoys most about her work, Erin shared, “I find fulfillment in being able to help others.” Her dedication to making a positive impact is evident in every interaction, and she strives to create meaningful connections through her work.

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    Andrew Hicks

    Vice President of Operations

    Andrew is a Greensboro native who enjoys various types of photography such as astrophotography, long exposure, sports, and landscape photography. Andrew’s background is in IT where he used to provide consults and support for small businesses around Greensboro. In contrast to that Andrew also enjoys thrill rides and theme parks.

    Quote from Andrew: Our employees are my favorite part of PMI.  We have some really great people. PMI as a company is a company that really cares about its customers and always strives to do the right thing.  If someone has a problem, we want to make it right and leave them happy with their experience. It feels good to work for a company like that!

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    Laurie Tesh

    Owner

    Laurie was born in a suburb of Los Angeles and her parents moved their family to her dad’s home state of NC when she was 10. She has lived in the Greensboro area ever since and NC is where she calls home! Billy and Laurie met in High School in 1976 and married after they graduated from college. Basically, Billy and Laurie grew up together!

    Billy and Laurie have two great daughters, Julie Tesh-Clark and Kelly Tesh Thompson. They have two wonderful sons-in-laws, Jeremy Clark and Patrick Thompson. And they are both from Louisiana!! Julie and Jeremy have two children, Cooper and Sarah Grace and three rambunctious Labradors, Miss Remington, Elouise and Ford Ruffin. They live in Baton Rouge, LA and Jeremy is also in the pest control industry. Kelly and Patrick have a handsome yellow lab named Bacchus (Baci for short) and the newest addition to the family Harper, the most precious and sweet granddaughter born in April 2020!! Patrick runs the Pinehurst/Sandhills branch of PMi.

    Billy and Laurie started Pest Management in 1984 and have over 55 employees. She loves that they have a business that takes care of the customer’s needs and also that we take care of our employees and their families. They love helping people and making a difference in their health and wellbeing. Laurie says, “We are so thankful we have a business that will always be needed and that our employees have job security.”

    Laurie loves traveling and especially taking trips with her family. She loves sharing new places, experiences, and adventures with them!!

    There are so many great organizations Laurie and Billy have worked with over the years. They love to spread the love over as many programs as we can. There are so many worthy causes…Habitat, Make-a-Wish, Victory Junction, Camp Weaver, EMF, The Science Center, Teen Challenge, and Hospice just to name a few!! One of her greatest memories was being a part of granting a wish for a little girl in a wheelchair for a Make-a-wish event with their daughter, Julie. Laurie says, “Seeing firsthand how important these organizations are makes me so happy and feel so blessed we can support and contribute to their cause.”

    Laurie’s family had a dance studio for many years in downtown Greensboro. She grew up with a lot of music and dancing in our house. She loved to waltz with her dad around our living room when she was young. Her dad taught her and her sister all the ballroom dances. Laurie said, “What most don’t know is when I dance with Billy – I lead!!!”

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    Billy Tesh

    Owner/President

    Born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, Billy Tesh has been in the pest control business since age 14. Now, over 35 years since the establishment of Pest Management Systems, Inc. he has proven himself as a leader, collaborator and contributor to the Greensboro, Summerfield and Sandhills communities.

    Tesh graduated, with honors, from North Carolina State University and with the help of his wife, Laurie, founded PMi in 1984. Billy has two grown and married daughters with children of their own. His family spirit has translated into a very family-oriented workplace which is usually the top answer when anyone is asked why they like working at PMi.

    With an ever-raging spirit to innovate and communicate Billy has also started and maintained several other successful businesses. After the success of PMi, PestOne was founded in 1999; Crawlspace Care Technologies in 2006; followed by Crawlspace Depot in 2011.

    Mr. Tesh has held many positions on boards and elected offices. After rising through the ranks with the North Carolina Pest Control Association, Billy was elected President in 1987. He worked extensively as a member of the Greensboro Builders Association, earning Associate of the Year in 2003, Recruiter of the Year in 2004, and elected President in 2008. He was the proud recipient in 2009 of the Eugene Gulledge Outstanding Service Award. Tesh is a member of the board of directors for the Greensboro Science Center and has served that position for over 10 years. He received the NC State Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2003. PMi and Tesh are proud members of many local, state and national organizations.

    Over the last 35 years, Tesh has worked with lawmakers in Washington, DC on important legislation affecting the pest control industry lobbying for the good of the industry and betterment of the country. He says pest control is more than just protecting homes and health it’s about making a difference in people’s lives. He is doing just that, Mr. Tesh a longtime member of the National Pest Management Association was elected to the Board of Directors in 2011 serving as Secretary, Treasurer, and now a former President of this international organization.

    Billy has made an impact in the world of pest management and the people whose lives he has touched. As pests continue to grow and evolve, he continues to learn, improve, and keeps working harder in this industry. Mr. Tesh is a staple in this community and is continuing to his mission to try and make it better and bring people together. The bugs don’t stop and neither does PMi or Billy Tesh!

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