EP 55: PEACO Fest 2025 – A Sneak Peak of Prewett Pest's Annual Company Kickoff
The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
Release Date: 03/08/2025
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The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
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EP 55: PEACO Fest 2025 – A Sneak Peak of Prewett Pest's Annual Company Kickoff
The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
EP 55: PEACO Fest 2025 – A Sneak Peak of Prewett Pest's Annual Company Kickoff Welcome back to The Journey! In this episode, Rusty and the PPC team recap PEACO Fest 2025, their annual company-wide event designed to energize, educate, and engage their entire team. Rusty, Brittney (Director of HR), Mike (East Alabama Service Center Leader), and Danny (Service Team Leader) share highlights, insights, and practical advice from this impactful event. From detailed logistics and planning tips to competitive team-building activities, guest speakers, and celebrating employee achievements, this...
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The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
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EP 53: Visit With EOS Implementer, David King, After PPC's 2 Day Annual Planning
The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
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The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
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The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
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The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
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EP 49: Journal Entry Update. 8.14.24
The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
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The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
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EP 47: Journal Entry Update. Recap of 2023 (Part 1)
The Journey Podcast - Navigating Pest Control & Business
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info_outlineEP 55: PEACO Fest 2025 – A Sneak Peak of Prewett Pest's Annual Company Kickoff
Welcome back to The Journey! In this episode, Rusty and the PPC team recap PEACO Fest 2025, their annual company-wide event designed to energize, educate, and engage their entire team.
Rusty, Brittney (Director of HR), Mike (East Alabama Service Center Leader), and Danny (Service Team Leader) share highlights, insights, and practical advice from this impactful event. From detailed logistics and planning tips to competitive team-building activities, guest speakers, and celebrating employee achievements, this episode is filled with practical strategies to foster deeper connections, enhance company culture, and drive growth.
Key Topics Covered:
✅ Event Planning Essentials – How they organized a two day event.
✅ Team-Building Activities – Insights into competitive and engaging team events.
✅ Leveraging Educational Sessions – Making the most of guest speakers and vendor partnerships.
✅ Employee Recognition & Motivation – The importance of awards and peer recognition.
✅ Protecting Your Brand – Strategies for maintaining a positive company image both internally and externally.
Rusty and the team also explore employee motivation strategies, the importance of maintaining a strong company culture, and practical insights for businesses of all sizes looking to host meaningful team events.
⏱ Timestamps:
0:00 – Welcome & Introduction to PEACO Fest 2025
0:30 – Purpose of Annual Company Retreat
1:10 – Timing & Significance of the Event
2:07 – Event Format & Sales Bootcamp
3:34 – Brittany Fannin's Introduction & HR Insights
4:08 – Brittany’s Experience & First Impressions
6:00 – Employee Connections & Event Highlights
8:40 – Team Competitions & PEACO Games Explained
9:11 – Team Organization & Core Values
10:11 – Competitive Spirit & Event Highlights
12:17 – Event Logistics & Planning Insights
14:14 – Employee Engagement & HR Perspective
15:49 – Final HR Thoughts & Advice
18:00 – Mike Fowler's Perspective & Event History
20:46 – Sales Bootcamp Details & Impact
22:31 – Event Day Activities & Awards Overview
25:06 – Operational Impact of Company Retreat
27:22 – Employee Recognition Program & MVP Awards
30:37 – Event Energy & Company Morale
31:11 – Team Competitions & Camaraderie
32:33 – Timing & Celebrating Team Achievements
34:32 – Encouragement for Hosting Company Events
35:47 – Vendor Partnerships & Value of Training
37:04 – Speaker Engagement & Employee Interest
39:15 – Danny Dunson's Introduction & Journey
41:02 – Danny's Four Rs of PEACO Fest
45:18 – Protecting the Brand: Employee Responsibilities
49:39 – Company Culture & Energy Reflections
53:55 – Employee Motivation & Personal Leadership
56:30 – Encouragement for Company Events
57:22 – Final Thoughts & Wrap Up
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