A Legacy of Leadership: Honoring Barry Teubert’s 28 Years of Service

Barry Teubert, Service Center Manager in Hixson, GA., began his career with Northwest 28 years ago with a simple goal: to learn more about the pest control industry. What kept him here all these years, however, was something even more meaningful: the people and the culture.

Throughout his career, Barry wore many hats. As a Service Center Manager, he inspired teammates, solved customer challenges with a steady smile, and ensured exceptional service was delivered day in and day out. Leadership and teaching others came naturally to Barry, and his influence has been felt across the company for nearly three decades.

While the work was meaningful, Barry’s career was also filled with plenty of humor. One story still makes him laugh:

“Every time I hear the joke, ‘I don’t have to outrun the bear, I only have to outrun you,’ it reminds me of the time Pete Schmidt, and I had to outrun two Rottweilers that chased us to our truck. I only had to outrun Pete—and I did.”

Pete Schmidt, Vice President of Specialty Services, hired Barry back in 1997 when Pete was the Service Center Manager at the Smyrna Service Center. Pete said one of the things he’ll miss most about Barry is his contagious energy, get it done attitude, and constant competitive spirit.

“Barry was a man who stood by his word. If he said it, you could consider it done. I had to bring my A-game every day when working with Barry; he made me better. “ said Pete

Pete was not the only person who noticed Barry’s dedication and performance. Over the years, Barry earned Salesman of the Year four times, was named Teammate of the Year, and received the company’s highest honor, the L.A. Phillips Award. These achievements reflect the respect and admiration he earned from teammates along the way.

Beyond awards and accomplishments, Barry says the most rewarding part of his leadership journey has been watching teammates grow, buying their first homes, getting married, and welcoming children into their lives. Family has always been important to Barry and as he enters retirement, he’s excited to devote 100% of his time to his loved ones, embrace his hobbies, and simply enjoy life.

As Barry prepares for this next chapter, he leaves his Northwest family with one final piece of advice:

“Change is good. Learn from everyone—the good and the bad. Be open to growing and challenge yourself daily.”

Thank you, Barry, for 28 years of leadership, laughter, and lasting impact. Your legacy at Northwest Exterminating will continue through the many lives you’ve influenced.