﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:47:53 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>TERMINIX WRAPS 2012 ON STRONG ACQUISITIONS PACE</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/terminix-wraps-2012-on-strong-acquisitions-pace,c9359864</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1221618</guid><description><![CDATA[Company closes six deals in December with aggressive strategy set for 2013
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 22, 2013 – Terminix, the nation’s largest pest control provider, today announced the closing of six asset acquisitions in December 2012. These transactions contribute strong management teams, additional service offerings and geographic diversity to the Terminix portfolio, further highlighting the company’s aggressive growth strategy.

“This most recent round of acquisitions reinforces not only the Terminix growth strategy, but also the inherent value proposition for the business lines we are]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2013 16:43:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>DISPLACED SUBWAY RATS POSE HEALTH RISK IN STORM-RAVAGED NEW YORK CITY</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/displaced-subway-rats-pose-health-risk-in-storm-ravaged-new-york-city,c9329465</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1157267</guid><description><![CDATA[Terminix Offers Tips to Prevent Rats From Invading Homes, Businesses
MEMPHIS – (November 1, 2012) – As New York City residents begin to deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, they face a disturbing effect of the storm: displaced rats living underground not only in subways and sewers but also basements and sublevels.

Terminix, the world’s largest pest control provider, is warning residents of New York City to be vigilant in the coming days of increased numbers of rats making new homes in apartments and businesses.

“Rats are skilled swimmers and climbers and will evade rising waters]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2012 13:41:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MOSQUITOES A SUMMER THREAT ACROSS MUCH OF THE COUNTRY</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/mosquitoes-a-summer-threat-across-much-of-the-country,c9291960</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1089599</guid><description><![CDATA[Mild Winter and Drought Conditions Can Affect Mosquito Populations
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Aug. 14, 2012) –The temperature isn’t the only thing on the rise this summer.

As cities across the country feel the heat, residents may also be feeling the sting as large populations of mosquitoes threaten backyard cookouts and outdoor activities this August.

The experts at Terminix, the world’s largest pest control provider, point to a warm winter and the mosquitoes’ ability to adapt to changing weather conditions as the reason many homeowners are reporting increased problems with the pests.

“Because]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Aug 2012 14:56:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>TERMINIX ACQUIRES ASSETS OF SCHENDEL PEST SERVICES</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/terminix-acquires-assets-of-schendel-pest-services,c9289269</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1083930</guid><description><![CDATA[MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Aug. 2, 2012) – Terminix announced today it has acquired the pest and termite control service business of Topeka, Kan.-based Schendel Pest Services. Terminix is a subsidiary of The ServiceMaster Company, one of the nation’s largest residential and commercial service networks.

Founded in 1947, Schendel operates 10 office locations across six states, including Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Arizona, and Texas – reaching commercial, industrial, and residential customers and producing almost $13 million in annual revenue. Schendel Pest Services will continue to provide]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Aug 2012 00:15:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Mosquitoes Continue to Pose Risk to Businesses Despite Dry Weather Conditions</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/mosquitoes-continue-to-pose-risk-to-businesses-despite-dry-weather-conditions,c9288135</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1081906</guid><description><![CDATA[Businesses should continue to be vigilant about keeping flying, biting insects at bay
Terminix, the world’s largest pest control provider and a subsidiary of the ServiceMaster Company, encourages businesses with outdoor areas – golf courses, restaurants, resorts, clubhouses, pool and recreation facilities and other venues – to continue to be vigilant about mosquito control even though hotter, dryer weather persists in some areas of the country.

Mosquitoes are very adaptable to changing weather conditions, and even though many areas of the United States are experiencing drought conditions]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2012 17:07:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Bedbugs 101: Combatting Infestations on Campus</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/bedbugs-101--combatting-infestations-on-campus,c9286710</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1078588</guid><description><![CDATA[Students heading off to college for the 2012-13 school year will bring a combination of practical and decorative accessories to outfit their dorm rooms. For many, those dormitory “must-haves” will include a variety of products designed to protect them from bedbug infestations. From protective mattress and pillow protectors to bedbug alert monitors, the growing array of bedbug protection products targeting dormitory living has increased awareness – and concern – among students and parents alike.

According to Paul Curtis, B.C.E., Director, National Accounts Service Quality for Terminix,]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2012 17:28:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Bedbugs Could Be Bad for Business</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/bedbugs-could-be-bad-for-business,c9273512</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision508032</guid><description><![CDATA[Terminix Reports Bedbug Activity Is 70 percent Commercial vs. 30 percent Residential
Memphis, Tenn., June 14, 2012 ― Terminix, the world’s largest pest control provider and a subsidiary of The ServiceMaster Company, has seen an increase in the prevalence of bedbugs in most states since releasing its first Most Bedbug-Infested Cities ranking (http://www.terminix.com/Media/PressReleases.aspx) in 2010. Just announced, Philadelphia won the dubious title of most bedbug-infested U.S. city this year.

With the growth in bedbug populations across the U.S., businesses continue to represent 70]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jun 2012 10:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Don’t Let Mosquitoes Suck the Fun Out of Your Summer – Tips from Terminix</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/don-t-let-mosquitoes-suck-the-fun-out-of-your-summer---tips-from-terminix,c9272177</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision506552</guid><description><![CDATA[Memphis, Tenn., June 12, 2012 ― As temperatures continue to creep higher, so does the number of pesky insects. One pest in particular, though, can ruin any outdoor gathering: the mosquito. These blood-thirsty pests can make homeowners and their guests miserable. And what’s worse, they also transmit the potentially dangerous West Nile Virus.

Be sure to take advantage of the following tips to minimize the presence of mosquitoes this summer:

  · Empty birdbaths and kiddie pools at least once a week to eliminate breeding grounds in the back yard.
  · Remove pots, saucers or other items]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:06:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Terminix to Host Job Fair in Atlanta Area</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/terminix-to-host-job-fair-in-atlanta-area,c9221179</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision453422</guid><description><![CDATA[Looking to Hire 25 Full-time Sales Positions
WHAT:           Terminix is a job fair at its Norcross, Ga. Contact Center (located off of Peachtree Pkwy, 30 minutes northeast of Atlanta city center). The industry-leading billion-dollar company is looking to hire 25 additional full-time inside sales representatives. Full-time employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package, which includes healthcare as well as 401(k) options.

At the job fair, applicants can meet hiring managers and additional Terminix staff and learn more about Terminix. Interested applicants should arrive at the]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Terminix to Hire 35 New Full-time Positions in Atlanta Area Contact Center</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/terminix-to-hire-35-new-full-time-positions-in-atlanta-area-contact-center,c9204770</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision436654</guid><description><![CDATA[Memphis, Tenn., January 5, 2012 ― Memphis-based Terminix, a leading national provider of pest and termite services, announced intentions today to hire 35 new full-time positions in the Atlanta area in the first quarter. The billion-dollar company is looking for highly qualified candidates for inside sales and customer support for its Norcross, Ga. contact center, located at 3790 Data Drive.

“We are looking for highly engaged, sales oriented, customer-focused individuals with strong work ethics and a desire for a rewarding career opportunity with our businesses. This is a great]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 13:02:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ServiceMaster Promotes Two Executives in Terminix and TruGreen</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/servicemaster-promotes-two-executives-in-terminix-and-trugreen,c9163537</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision394749</guid><description><![CDATA[Memphis, Tenn., September 19, 2011 ― The ServiceMaster Company, one of the world’s largest residential and commercial service providers, today announced two key appointments in its largest brands, TruGreen and Terminix.

Bill Sublette has been named to the position of vice president of sales of TruGreen and chief sales officer, and Steve Good will succeed Sublette as vice president of sales at Terminix. Both leaders will continue to report to Tom Brackett, Terminix president and chief operating officer, who is also serving as interim president of TruGreen.

“One of the key strategies]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:25:36 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New Report Ranks Top U.S. Cities for Bedbug Infestations</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/new-report-ranks-top-u-s--cities-for-bedbug-infestations,g522126</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision314742</guid><description><![CDATA[Terminix List Highlights 15 Most Popular Locations for Bloodsucking Pests
Memphis, Tenn. August 24, 2010 - Bedbugs are shutting down office buildings and clothing stores and invading homes, and while no one is safe from these pests, a new report compiled from Terminix data shows 15 cities stand above the rest as the most bedbug-infested cities in the United States.

The list is topped by New York and includes other major cities such as Philadelphia, Los Angeles and Chicago. Surprisingly, Ohio receives the dubious distinction as the most bedbug-infested state, with three cities in the top]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 18:07:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Terminix Acquires Antimite Termite and Pest Control</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/terminix-acquires-antimite-termite-and-pest-control,g522130</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision314744</guid><description><![CDATA[Nation’s Largest Pest Control Provider Grows Presence in Southwest
Memphis, TN August 9, 2010 - Terminix has acquired the assets of Chino Hills, Calif.-based Antimite Termite and Pest Control and its Arizona affiliate, SOS Exterminating.

Founded in 1941, Antimite operates 12 branch locations across California and Arizona, reaching more than 37,000 customers and producing $30 million in annual revenue. Antimite and SOS Exterminating will continue to operate as stand-alone entities and provide termite and pest control services under their current names to their existing customers.

“]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2010 17:59:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Keep Outdoor Parties Pest Free During July 4 Holiday</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/keep-outdoor-parties-pest-free-during-july-4-holiday,g522132</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision314762</guid><description><![CDATA[Terminix Shares Tips That Will Help Make Outdoor Events a Success
Memphis, Tenn. July 2, 2010 - Homeowners will seek independence from backyard pests at cookouts, pool parties and other outdoor activities during the July 4 weekend. To keep pests from ruining your holiday festivities, take the following steps from the experts at Terminix.

Ants – Whether you’re serving hamburgers, hot dogs or ice cream, ants are attracted to just about anything that humans eat. Ants are the No. 1 nuisance pest in the United States but can be kept off the guest list by following these simple tips:

1.]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2010 17:48:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Termite Swarm Season Provides Homeowners with Chance to Catch Damaging Pests in the Act</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/termite-swarm-season-provides-homeowners-with-chance-to-catch-damaging-pests-in-the-act,g522133</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision314749</guid><description><![CDATA[Terminix Advises Avoiding Costly Repairs by Guarding Against Infestation
Memphis, TN June 11, 2010 - With warm weather and plentiful moisture prevalent throughout much of the United States, termites have experienced one of their most active swarm season in years. That may not be as bad as it sounds: swarms provide homeowners with an opportunity to catch these damaging pests in the act.

“When a homeowner detects a termite swarm, it could mean the house is infested and may have already suffered damage,” said Paul Curtis, Terminix entomologist. “However, identifying a swarm allows the]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 17:44:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Terminix Launches Natural Pest Control Sprays for Commercial Use</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/terminix-launches-natural-pest-control-sprays-for-commercial-use,g522134</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision314755</guid><description><![CDATA[Terminix has launched two eco-conscious pest control products that help give managers of commercial, institutional and industrial spaces the freedom to quickly and safely eliminate pests.
Memphis, Tenn. May 18, 2010 - Terminix has launched two eco-conscious pest control products that help give managers of commercial, institutional and industrial spaces the freedom to quickly and safely eliminate pests.

The products, called Terminix® Natural Pest Control and Terminix® Drain Fly Killer, are made with 100-percent natural active ingredients, and because of their EPA-exempt formulas, the]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 May 2010 17:36:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Terminix Unveils New Educational Web Site for Teachers and Students</title><link>http://news.cision.com/terminix/r/terminix-unveils-new-educational-web-site-for-teachers-and-students,g522137</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision314773</guid><description><![CDATA[Insect-Focused Web Site Provides Free Lesson Plans, Videos, Audio and More
Memphis, Tenn. January 21, 2010 - Terminix, the nation's largest pest control company, is infesting the World Wide Web with fun insect lessons through the free educational Web site www.harrysbigadventure.com .

Harry, a Chinese praying mantis, and his insect friends help users navigate the site, which provides parents, teachers and students with free access to a bug encyclopedia, comprehensive insect curriculum and lesson plans, bug-related videos, audio and more.

"Harry's Web site is full of educational]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:30:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>