Northwest Celebrates Our Newest RMDP Graduates

At Northwest, our growth is measured not just by the communities we serve, but by the people we empower. We believe that building extraordinary leaders is the foundation of providing extraordinary service. Investing in our team is a core part of who we are, ensuring our people are supported, challenged, and prepared to lead with confidence.

That is why we are so proud to celebrate our newest graduates of the Region Manager Development Program (RMDP). This significant milestone is a direct reflection of the dedication, character, and immense potential of these teammates. Please join us in congratulating:

• Bart Sloan, District Manager
• James Nelson, Region Manager
• Allen Woosley, Commercial Services Director
• Billy Matthews, Region Manager
• David Cogan, Region Manager
• Emily Garcia, Service Center Manager

Their achievement marks the culmination of a year of intensive growth, and we are thrilled to recognize their commitment.

What is the Region Manager Development Program?

The Region Manager Development Program is an immersive, 12-month leadership journey created for leaders throughout our Family of Brands. Selected participants are teammates who oversee multiple business units or departments, or those who have been identified as having the potential to step into that next level of responsibility.

RMDP was launched in 2018 as a direct result of our company-wide talent review process within our parent company, Rollins, Inc. It was designed to support our long-term strategic growth by identifying and nurturing key talent capable of leading at the next level. Since its inception, 143 senior leaders have graduated from the program, continuing to make a meaningful impact across our entire organization.

A Career-Defining Leadership Experience

RMDP is far more than traditional training. It provides a blended learning approach that combines theory with real-world application, ensuring our leaders are not just learning concepts but actively practicing them. The program includes:

• Facilitator-Led Training: Expert-led sessions on advanced leadership principles.
• Executive and Peer Mentoring: Direct guidance from seasoned executives and collaboration with peers.
• Immersive Field Learning: Hands-on experiences that connect classroom learning to daily operations.
• 360-Degree Leadership Assessments: In-depth feedback from managers, peers, and direct reports to foster self-awareness.
• Executive Coaching: A six-month engagement with a professional coach for personalized guidance.
• Personalized Development Plans: Customized roadmaps for growth supported throughout the program.

This comprehensive structure ensures our leaders receive the feedback, support, and practical experience they need to thrive.

A highlight of the RMDP journey is the capstone experience, where participants take what they’ve learned and put it into action. This year’s class traveled to Disney World for a three-day, hands-on team competition across three of its iconic parks. The event challenged them to collaborate under pressure, think creatively, and approach every interaction with a customer-first mindset.

But beyond the adventure and the competition, the capstone is about our teammates’ growth. Graduates demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving at the highest level. During the graduation ceremony, attended by their families, Brand Presidents, and members of the Executive Leadership Team, leaders from each brand shared their key takeaways, reflecting on the personal and professional development they achieved throughout the program. The winning team was announced, and each graduate received their official RMDP plaque—celebrating not just the experience, but the incredible growth and dedication of our teammates.

Celebrating Northwest’s Commitment to Leadership

We are incredibly proud of Bart, James, Allen, Billy, David, and Emily for completing the rigorous RMDP program and investing in their personal and professional development. Their achievement demonstrates a powerful commitment to excellence and a readiness to lead with purpose, a people-first mentality, and a desire to serve and make a difference for the people around them.

Programs like RMDP are a testament to what makes Northwest different. We care deeply about our teammates, we invest in their professional development, and we believe that pouring into our incredible people is how we continue to deliver the experiences we strive to be known for within the communities we serve.  By providing opportunities, support, and trust, we hope to empower our teammates to create extraordinary experiences.

Congratulations to our newest RMDP graduates! Your hard work inspires us all, and we are excited to see how you will continue to lead, innovate, and make a positive impact across the entire Northwest family.