Throughout the month of May, Rollins is proud to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawai’ian & Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month – a time in which we honor the contributions, culture, traditions and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Celebrate with us this month as we highlight some of our AANHPI team members, starting with Vincent Nguyen, Division Admin Center Manager of Orkin Pacific Division. Read below to hear from Vincent on the Vietnamese immigrant experience and then join us in the comments as we celebrate his accomplishments and contributions!
Did you know that Rollins is the parent company of a women-led and operated mosquito control franchise? Launched in 2020, MissQuito prides itself on providing top-of-the-line mosquito services while also empowering women to grow and be entrepreneurs in mosquito control. As we continue our celebration of Women’s History Month, we honor Natasha Oldham, the founder and general manager of MissQuito. Natasha began her career in the pest control industry as an HR specialist. After eight years of working her way up in human resources, she transitioned to operations where she created MissQuito. Read below to find out Natasha’s view on failure and how it relates to personal growth. Join us in the comments as we celebrate her admirable accomplishments and entrepreneurial success!
Happy International Women’s Day! This Women’s History Month, we are excited to celebrate the individual contributions women have made to our company and the pest management industry. For the next few weeks, we will highlight women at Rollins who shape our organization through their dedication, talent and leadership. Today, we are turning the spotlight on Mala Williams, Managing Director of Orkin National Accounts. Mala is passionate about providing mentorship opportunities for girls to connect with female professionals in careers they’d like to pursue. Read below about Mala’s advice for women to advance their careers. Join us in celebrating Mala for her accomplishments and dedication to continuous growth in her career!
As we continue to commemorate Black History Month, we are spotlighting 100 Black Men of America, Inc., an organization that exemplifies vision, collaboration, and unwavering dedication to uplifting the African American community. Today, the organization is recognized as the nation’s top African American-led mentoring organization. There are tens of thousands of members across the United States who positively impact the youth through programs focused on education, economic empowerment, health and wellness, and leadership development. One of those members is Rollins’ very own, Sherman Hampton. Sherman is a 20-year veteran of Orkin who started his journey in the Atlanta Commercial Branch and has since earned esteemed recognition in the Rollins President’s Club. In addition to his corporate success, he has made a significant impact on the lives of underserved youth gaining him the honor of 2019 Mentor of the Year by 100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc. As a Board Member of the organization, he continues to champion positive change in his community. Join us in celebrating Sherman’s outstanding contributions both professionally and personally. Check out his interview below to hear about how his contributions have impacted youth in Atlanta.
Rollins continues our recognition of Black History Month by featuring Black Greek Letter Organizations, also known as the “Divine Nine” sororities and fraternities, and our fellow team members who are a part of them. The Divine Nine were founded throughout the early- to mid-1900s and now make up the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). Each of the nine organizations developed during a time when racism was widespread on predominantly white college campuses and African Americans throughout the country were denied essential rights and privileges. Thus, a need was created for African Americans to align themselves with those who share common interests, goals and values. The nine organizations were created from that need, fostering sisterhood and brotherhood to generate social change. Today, the Divine Nine remain committed to the African American community, advocating for racial justice and participating in various philanthropic efforts, including voter rights activism. Members continue to grow as changemakers, dedicated to service, empowerment and fellowship. We are grateful to have members of the Divine Nine contribute to the growth of Rollins and the community at large.
This Black History Month, we are spotlighting people, organizations and social affiliations that have played a significant role in shaping African American history and culture at Rollins and beyond. This week, we turn our focus to Rollins Broadcasting, Inc. In 1948, O. Wayne Rollins and his brother, John W. Rollins, founded Rollins Broadcasting, Inc. Their most notable success was with Black audiences, with 19 million Black consumers in the early 60s. The radio stations showcased talent, offered diverse programs, and became gathering places for the African American community. Recognizing an opportunity to market to and employ Black individuals, Rollins made many other investments during a time when urban populations were often overlooked. For a comprehensive exploration of Rollins’ impact on African American culture, purchase “The Art of Change – The Story of Rollins, Inc.” here: https://lnkd.in/exA7M8S5
In our newest episode of "Off the Record" with CEO and President of Rollins, Inc., Jerry Gahlhoff Jr., we delve into technology and innovation within the company. Don't miss out! Watch the full episode on Potomac.tv. https://lnkd.in/dFDkJGHH
