Bert Dodson: “Nothing happens overnight. Pay your bills, work hard, and believe in your people.

Don’t get frustrated and just appreciate the business that you have.”

Uncover the secrets behind the Dodson family’s 75-year legacy in the pest control industry. Paul Giannamore and Nick Bartolo sit down with Bert Dodson, President of Dodson Pest Control, to discuss how the company grew from its humble beginnings in 1944 to a thriving enterprise with over 700 employees and 38 branches.

Learn how the Dodson family’s commitment to their employees—with over 20 incentive programs and stories of team members staying for 45+ years—has fostered a strong company culture. Burt shares how their focus on both residential and commercial services, along with strategies like owning their real estate and decentralizing management, has contributed to sustainable growth.
Recorded at Pest World 2024 in Denver, CO.

Topics Covered:

• Family Heritage: The Dodson family’s commitment over three generations.
• Decentralized Management: How 38 local managers and 4 regional offices empower growth.
• Long-Term Employees: Stories of team members with 45+ years at the company.
• Incentive Programs: Over 20 programs designed to reward and retain employees.
• Balancing Growth & Values: Insights on expanding while preserving family business principles.