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Greenix Pest Control Acquires ProActive Pest Management

March 18, 2025

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The Potomac Company is pleased to announce the acquisition of its client, ProActive Pest Management, by Greenix Pest Control. This strategic move strengthens Greenix’s footprint in the Midwest, reinforcing its commitment to delivering top-tier pest control services to its residential and commercial customers in Chicago, Illinois.

Founded in 2013 by Ryan Hobbs and Coleman Spaulding, ProActive Pest Management was built on a commitment to delivering industry-leading customer service and creating a company culture centered on excellence. Over the past decade, ProActive has earned the highest satisfaction rating on Google in the Fox Valley/Tri-City area of Chicagoland, a testament to its dedication to quality and customer care. Now, as part of Greenix Pest Control, ProActive joins forces with a like-minded team committed to innovation, sustainability, and top-tier pest management solutions.

With the acquisition of ProActive Pest Management, Greenix has expanded its reach to 19 states, protecting over 200,000 households across the Midwest, East Coast, and its home state of Utah, where it is headquartered. Since its founding in 2011, Greenix has earned a reputation for delivering sustainable, effective, and environmentally responsible pest control solutions, reinforcing its commitment to safeguarding homes and communities with innovative, eco-friendly practices.

Bob Nilsen, Chairman and CEO of Greenix, shared his excitement about the acquisition, stating in a press release, “We are thrilled to welcome ProActive Pest Management to the Greenix family. Their dedication to high-quality pest control and exceptional customer service aligns seamlessly with our mission. This partnership allows us to expand our reach while maintaining our commitment to delivering safe, effective, and eco-conscious solutions to our customers.”

Ryan Coleman, the owner of ProActive Pest Management, also expressed enthusiasm for the transition, stating in a press release, “We’re proud to share that ProActive Pest Management, our Chicagoland-based pest control business, has been acquired by Greenix Pest Control. This sale reflects our confidence in Greenix’s ability to carry forward our mission of delivering exceptional pest management services to the Chicagoland community. We’re excited to see them build on the foundation we’ve established while we continue to strengthen our focus on other markets.”

Paul Giannamore and Franco Villanueva-Meyer of The Potomac Company acted as exclusive financial advisors to ProActive Pest Management in this transaction.

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