Owner/President Information - Kendall J. Washington
- Valedictorian of the Goldman Sachs 10K Small Buisnesses Program, 2011
- Department of Agriculture Licensee
- Graduate of Louisiana State University's Summer Pest Control Institute
- Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies and Public Policy from Dillard University, 1996
- Graduate of De La Salle High School in New Orleans, Louisiana
Major Decisions Along the Way
- To form my own company was a major decision and the realization of a lifelong dream.
- To re-establish my business in New Orleans post-Katrina.
- To purchase web-based software programs allowing us to operate more efficiently.
- To create jobs and economic opportunities while meeting clientele demands.
- To extend our service area 150 miles from our home office
- To bid the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans contract as a prime bidder. (Safe Spot Pest Control was awarded the contract.)
Important Metrics Describing Safe Spot Pest Control's Progress
- Number of employees increased from 2 full time employees to 4 full time employees and 1 part time employee.
- Safe Spot Pest Control has rebounded stronger than ever after losing over 90% of its contracted customers due to Hurricane Katrina.
- Over $100,000 in annual termite renewals.
- Over seven years in business without outside financing.
- Safe Spot Pest Control is currently operating debt free.
- All vehicles and equipment are owned outright by Safe Spot Pest Control.
- Currently 1,865 total sites/accounts with active programs.
- Presently providing pest control services for over 2,000 apartment units monthly.
Major Commercial Customers
- Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans
- Interstate Realty Property Management
- JW Drennan Contractors
- CDW Service Contractors
- Doucette & Associated Contractors
- Myers & Sons Construction
- Parkcrest Builders
- Viewpoint Development
- Chisesi Investments
- Multifamily Management, Inc.
- Community Property Management
- Housing Authority of New Orleans
- Paramount One
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