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People First, Numbers Second: How Family Businesses Thrive in Pest Control

Apr 08, 2025
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People First, Numbers Second: How Family Businesses Thrive in Pest Control
Episode Overview

Running a family business isn’t always easy. But Tom Myers, president, and Kristin Fore, CEO, of All-Rite Pest Control have spent decades turning challenges into triumphs.

The father-daughter duo shares how trust, innovation, and problem-solving have fueled All-Rite’s success for more than 50 years in Lexington, KY. Myers discusses his passion for entomology and empowering his team, while Fore highlights her journey into the family business and her focus on modernizing operations.

From building a legacy to navigating family dynamics, this Pest in Class episode from FieldRoutes with host Amanda Salvatore is packed with insights for pest control professionals looking to scale their small businesses.

Join them as they discuss:

  • [12:09] Navigating family dynamics and empowering your team

  • [18:16] Key growth strategies that have helped All-Rite thrive

  • [26:05] The importance of a healthy work-life balance as an owner

  • [32:36] Advice for aspiring pest control business owners

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About the Show

The Pest In Class podcast from FieldRoutes is your destination for hearing insight, inspiration, and stories from fellow pest control industry leaders and entrepreneurs. Pest In Class host Amanda Salvatore will interview a new leader each episode as FieldRoutes celebrates the success of its customers while delivering software solutions to help them along their growth journey.

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