The FPMA Business & Operations EXPO 2027 takes place January 27–29 at the Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida.
The Florida Pest Management Association event combines CEU education, business and operations classes, an exhibit hall, and networking for pest management teams.
Exhibit hall hours run January 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm and January 28 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm.
TL;DR
1Runs January 27–29, 2027 at the Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida.
2Exhibit hall in Floridian D-I is open January 27, 5:30–7:30 pm, and January 28, 10:30 am–2:30 pm.
3Exhibitor move-in is January 27 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm, with no early access.
4The FPMA Golf Classic opens EXPO week on January 26 at Waldorf Astoria Golf Club.
5Hotel room-block rate deadline is January 5, 2027; 2027 attendee and booth prices were not published in fetched sources.
Why visit
The EXPO packs CEU education, business and operations classes, an exhibit hall and peer networking into three days. Teams can divide across sessions, compare suppliers side by side, and leave with practical ideas for hiring, customer service, marketing and field operations.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors reach Florida pest management owners, managers and operations staff in a single hall during focused show hours. The event serves a regional industry with year-round purchasing needs, and sponsorship options extend visibility before, during and after the show.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Owners and executives of Florida pest control companies
Managers and supervisors responsible for field operations
Office and administrative professionals handling scheduling and customer service
Sales and marketing staff targeting residential and commercial accounts
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Pest control chemicals and formulation suppliers
Software, scheduling and CRM providers
Equipment, vehicle and safety-gear manufacturers
Business services such as insurance, financing, recruiting and marketing
The 2027 EXPO is a three-day regional industry gathering built around CEU education, business classes, a two-day exhibit hall and networking. Its scale is planning-estimated at about 80 exhibitors and 900 attendees because the organiser did not publish counts.
Audience quality
High-value decision-makers
The audience is narrow but senior: owners, managers, office professionals, sales staff and operations teams from Florida pest management firms. That mix gives exhibitors access to budget holders and day-to-day users in the same conversation.
Exhibitor outcomes
Real business growth
Best ROI comes from demo-led conversations, software and equipment trials, and booked follow-ups. With short exhibit hours, exhibitors should pre-book meetings and capture leads electronically rather than rely on walk-by traffic.
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Florida, United States
Why it matters
Florida's warm, humid climate supports year-round pest pressure, so pest management is a large and recurring service market. The FPMA EXPO gives suppliers a concentrated regional audience of owners, managers and operations staff who buy chemicals, equipment, software and business services.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
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Consolidation and professional management
Independent Florida pest control firms are increasingly competing with regional and national consolidators, raising the value of management, recruiting and customer-retention skills.
What it changes: Owners and managers attend for business education that helps them compete beyond technical pest control.
Packing: Light layers, business-casual clothing, comfortable shoes and a jacket for evenings.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: January 28, 2027
January 28 combines the longest exhibit-hall block (10:30 am–2:30 pm) with a full day of education, so visitors can cover sessions and the floor in one trip.
T-14
Register and book the hotel room block before January 5, 2027. — Confirm whether your company needs member or non-member registration.
T-10
Book flights to MCO and arrange airport transfer. — Allow 25–35 minutes from MCO to Bonnet Creek.
T-7
Review the education programme and pick sessions for each team member. — Prioritise CEU sessions and business classes.
T-3
Print or download registration confirmation and pack business cards. — Bring a light jacket for cool evenings.
T-1
Check the exhibit hall hours and plan which suppliers to visit first. — Hall opens January 27 at 5:30 pm.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
7:00 am
Registration and coffee
Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek
8:00 am
CEU education block
Meeting rooms
12:00 pm
Lunch and networking
Hotel restaurant or lobby
5:30 pm
Exhibit hall opening and supplier meetings
Floridian D-I
Side trips
2
Walt Disney World Resort
Theme Park
10–15 minutes by car
Add a family day before or after the EXPO; the venue sits next to the Bonnet Creek resort area.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Day Trip
About 1 hour east of Orlando
A memorable half-day or full-day trip for first-time Orlando visitors.
Networking spots
2
Signia by Hilton lobby bar
Hotel bar
Convenient for after-hours conversations with exhibitors and peers.
Bonnet Creek resort restaurants
Restaurant
Walkable dinner options for small group meetings.
First-timer guide
Follow-up playbook
Day 1: sort leads by fit and urgency within 24 hours.
Day 2: send a personalised email referencing the booth conversation.
Day 3: connect on LinkedIn and share relevant product information.
Day 5: call the highest-fit leads and book a demo.
Day 14: review conversion and update the CRM with next steps.
Exhibit hall hours are short and the audience is regional, so speed matters. A 48-hour follow-up window keeps the EXPO conversation warm.
Budget
Costs & budget
Shell scheme
USD 90–180 / m²
Raw space
USD 250–500 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Ranges are editorial estimates for a regional hotel expo and exclude furniture, electricity, freight and lead capture.
Ideas for Disney, Kennedy Space Center and other attractions.
Lead capture
Manual or mobile CRM capture
No official scanner was confirmed; use a backup method.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When is the FPMA Business and Operations EXPO 2027?
The FPMA Business and Operations EXPO 2027 runs January 27–29, 2027 at the Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida. The official FPMA calendar lists a daily event window of 7:00 am to 8:30 pm, with the exhibit hall open January 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm and January 28 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm.
Where is the FPMA EXPO 2027 held?
The 2027 EXPO is held at the Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando, Florida 32821. The exhibit hall is Floridian D-I. The resort sits inside the Bonnet Creek area near Walt Disney World, about 20 miles from Orlando International Airport.
Is the FPMA Business and Operations EXPO free?
No 2027 attendee price was published on the fetched FPMA pages, so the cost cannot be confirmed. Registration is handled through the official FPMA event page. The event is designed for pest management professionals and industry staff rather than the general public, and attendees should check the registration page for current member and non-member rates.
Who should attend the FPMA EXPO 2027?
The EXPO is built for pest management professionals across the company: owners and executives, managers and supervisors, office and administrative staff, sales and marketing teams, operations staff, and technicians who want to grow their skills. Teams are encouraged to bring several roles and divide time between education sessions, the exhibit hall and networking.
What education is offered at the FPMA EXPO?
FPMA describes the EXPO as education that matters, with opportunities to earn CEUs and learn from speakers who understand pest management. The programme covers business and operations topics including leadership, hiring, customer service, marketing, operations and growth. A detailed 2027 session grid and speaker list were not published in the fetched pages.
Who should exhibit at the FPMA Business and Operations EXPO?
Suppliers that help pest management firms operate better are the best fit: chemicals and baits, sprayers and safety equipment, routing and CRM software, vehicle and tank upfits, insurance, financing, recruiting, training and marketing services. Exhibitors meet owners, managers and operations staff who influence purchasing decisions for Florida companies.
What are the exhibit hall hours at the 2027 FPMA EXPO?
The exhibit hall in Floridian D-I is open January 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm and January 28 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. Exhibitor move-in is January 27 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm with no early access. Move-out begins after the hall closes, and the exhibitor post-conference runs January 28 from 4:30 to 5:00 pm.
Is there a hotel room block for the FPMA EXPO 2027?
Yes. FPMA arranged a discounted room block for EXPO attendees, exhibitors and sponsors at the Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. The official exhibitor page asks guests to reserve before January 5, 2027 to receive the group rate. Booking early is advisable because the January dates overlap Orlando's peak convention and theme-park season.
What is the FPMA Golf Classic 2027?
The FPMA Golf Classic opens EXPO week on Tuesday, January 26, 2027 with a 12:30 pm shotgun start at Waldorf Astoria Golf Club in Orlando. FPMA describes it as one of its favourite networking traditions and says the tournament is back for its second year, bringing members and industry partners together.
How do I register as an exhibitor for the FPMA EXPO 2027?
Start on the official FPMA 2027 exhibitor page and complete exhibitor registration, then reserve the hotel room, review the exhibitor service kit, order booth furnishings or electrical service, submit a high-resolution logo and register additional booth staff. Booth reservations and sponsorship questions are handled by FPMA headquarters at 407-295-7944.
Glossary
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PMP
Pest management professional; the licensed or trained practitioner who delivers pest control services.
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CEU
Continuing education unit; credit earned by attending approved sessions to maintain a pest control licence or certification.
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GHP
General household pest control; the category covering common structural pests in and around homes and businesses.
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WDO
Wood-destroying organism inspection and treatment, including termites and other pests that damage wood.
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L&O
Lawn and ornamental pest control; treatment of turf, trees and landscape plants.
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Fume
Fumigation; sealed-gas treatment used for severe infestations or commodity pests.
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Exhibit hall
The Floridian D-I hall where suppliers display products and meet attendees during posted show hours.
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Room block
A reserved group of hotel rooms at a negotiated rate for EXPO attendees, exhibitors and sponsors.
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FPMA
Florida Pest Management Association, the trade body that organises the Business & Operations EXPO.
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Alternate names and search phrases for this event.