EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Entomology University of Florida, Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center (FLREC), Davie, FL.
Dissertation: Arboreal bioassays testing toxicity of insecticides and rubidium marking of white-footed ants, Technomyrmex difficilis (Hymenoptera: Formicidae).
Master of Science (M.S.) in Entomology University of Florida, Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center (FLREC), Davie, FL.
Thesis: Bait preferences and toxicity of insecticides to white-footed ants,
Technomyrmex difficilis (Hymenoptera: Formicidae).
Bachelor of Science (B.S) in Agronomy California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA Research project: Soybean varietal study.
EXPERIENCE
Shalom Pest Control, Inc.: President, Certified Pest Control Operator, Florida State Certified in General Household Pest Control, and Termite Control.
University of Florida (over 20 years): Research Scientist: entomological research, testing insecticides against pest ant species and termites (field and laboratory); data analysis, report writing, and public presentations of results
The School District of Palm Beach County: Teacher of Pest Management and Computer Courses.
Sears Termite and Pest Control: Branch Manager.
Agripac Cia. Ltd.: Regional Manager: sales, new product testing, technical customer service: agricultural chemicals and veterinary products, Ecuador.
Peace Corps: Volunteer, Ecuador: agricultural extension with Ministry of Agriculture.
International Insect Collecting Expeditions: Trinidad, Ecuador.