Episode 239

Marisa Palmieri Shugrue
Aug 21, 2025
2 min read

8/21/25

Topic: Culture, Legacy & Leadership at Sherrill Pest Control

Guests: Kevin Sherrill & Patrick Sherrill

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In this episode we discuss:

Our sponsors Coalmarch by Workwave, PestSure & Voice for Pest
PMP Industry Insiders Peer Groups
The history of Sherrill Pest Control and Kevin's & Patrick's roles today
What Kevin did when he realized the company was outgrowing him as a leader
The turning point that led him to setting up systems and processes to relieve stress and run a better business
Kevin's operating system, based on the book Scaling Up by Verne Harnish
Patrick's decision to join the business, his challenges and his leadership philosophy
What makes Sherrill Pest Control a 'best place to work'
Having core values that are more than a poster on a wall and why it starts at the top
Why "two-weeker" meetings are so important at Sherrill
Their experience in the PMP Industry Insiders peer groups
Books and resources they recommend
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Resources mentioned:

PCT 2025 Best Places to Work Rankings & associated article about Sherrill Pest Control
PMP Industry Insiders Episode 210: Passing the Torch: Part 1 with Getem Services
PMP Industry Insiders Episode 211: Passing the Torch: Part 2 with Anti-Pesto
PMP Industry Insiders Episode 223: Passing the Torch: Part 3 with Nozzle Nolen
PMP Industry Insiders Episode 64: 4 Decisions Every Business Must Get Right with 'Scaling Up' Author Verne Harnish
PMP Industry Insiders Episode 106: Strategic Planning Made Simple with Verne Harnish
Books: How to Win Friends & Influence People, Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, Dare to Lead, Five Dysfunctions of a Team & Crucial Conversations
National Pest Management Association

Notable: "Obviously I want to grow (the business), but I want to make sure I'm able to pass on something that's sustainable and something that's a blessing to everyone involved." —Kevin Sherrill