For Immediate Release
For more information, contact:
Allison Donaghy
RISE Communications
202-872-3872
adonaghy@pestfacts.org
RISE Industry Issues Breakfast at PestWorld a Success
Orlando, FL, October 22, 2014 — RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment) hosted its Industry Issues Breakfast in conjunction with PestWorld 2014 in Orlando, speaking with RISE members and pest management professionals about the new RISE strategic plan and 2015 priority issues and locations.
During the breakfast, RISE President Aaron Hobbs shared the national trade association’s five-year strategic plan with close to 30 attendees, focusing on the new mission, and 2020 vision and goals.
“Our strategic plan reflects our ability to adapt in a changing industry, and maintain viability as we build our organization for the future,” said Aaron Hobbs, President. “Our vision — an industry free to create inspiring and healthy places where we live, work and play — shows our clear focus for the work we have ahead of us,” Hobbs continued.
“PestWorld is a great opportunity for us to connect with many different professionals in the specialty industry. Making this connection is important and as leaders in our industry, positive advocacy and taking action is essential to our success,” said Hobbs. “It was great speaking with attendees today about our new strategic plan and how it takes our work and association to the next level.”
About RISE
Located in Washington, D.C., RISE is the national association representing the manufacturers, formulators, distributors and other industry leaders involved with pesticide and fertilizer products used by professionals and consumers.
Learn more about RISE at www.pestfacts.org and www.debugthemyths.com.