The Chicago Bug Girl
Who is The Bug Girl?
Janelle Iaccino is Rose Pest Solutions’ Marketing Director. She’s a familiar voice (and laugh) on WGN Radio, and is the creative force behind Rose’s advertising, branding, outreach and more. With 21 years in the pest industry, Janelle’s passion for public health and environmental science education has earned her a memorable reputation in the Midwest.
Janelle is the proud recipient of the 2021 Daily Herald Business Ledger’s Influential Woman in Business Award as well as the 2023 NPMA Impact Award for Women in Pest Management.
Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio
On Saturday mornings, Janelle joins David Hochberg and trusted local experts on WGN 720AM Radio to take questions from listeners about various seasonal home-related topics. Since 2012, she has helped countless home and business owners solve and prevent pest problems. This network of professionals has been a solid resource for folks in Chicagoland and beyond for many, many years.
STEAM Education: Inspiring the Next Generation of Environmental Leaders
The Bug Girl mission is simple: help young people — especially young women — see themselves in science. Environmental science, entomology, and other STEAM careers are not just for scientists in lab coats. They are for curious kids who love the outdoors, who ask questions, and who want to make a difference in their communities.
Through hands-on programs and real-world conversations, we show students that the tiny things in our natural world play a big role in our food supply, public health, and everyday life. When kids understand how insects and ecosystems work together, they begin to see how they can be part of protecting our environment and building healthier communities.
Girl Scout Programs
Working with Girl Scout troops is one of the most rewarding ways to introduce young girls to environmental science. The programs are customized to specific badges and journeys and they focus on hands-on discovery, teamwork, and building confidence in their abilities. Girls learn about insects, habitats, and environmental stewardship while exploring how women are making an impact in science and sustainability. Most importantly, they see that science careers are achievable, meaningful, and open to them.
Public Health Educator
When seasonal pests make headlines or new concerns arise, local news stations often turn to the experts at Rose Pest Solutions for trusted, science-based information. As recognized leaders in the field, their team helps communities understand what to expect and how to stay informed throughout the year.
Rose’s staff entomologists serve as a valuable community resource by offering complimentary educational sessions for commercial businesses, hospitality groups, apartment and property management associations, schools, museums, zoos, and other organizations. Contact us if you’d like to know more about this.
School Visits
The Bug Squad’s school visits are designed to make natural science feel approachable, engaging, and fun. Students get the chance to see real examples of insects, learn how they impact our environment, and ask questions about careers in science.
Customized to grade levels, these engaging presentations connect classroom learning to the real world. Whether we are talking about pollinators, pests, or ecosystems, the goal is to help students understand that science is not just a subject — it is a pathway to solving real problems and protecting the world around us.
Partnerships
Strong communities are built on strong relationships. Rose Pest Solutions believes meaningful partnerships with schools, nonprofits, local organizations, and community leaders help create safer, healthier places to live, learn, and work. By collaborating with trusted partners and sharing knowledge, resources, and support, the team is able to make a greater impact than any one organization could alone.
Simply put, we do better together.
You’ve got a pest problem. We’ve got your pest solution.
Whether you’ve got wasps, rodents, spiders (or you name it), we can assist with your pest problem. We can even provide same-day service. Drop us a line to schedule your pest control services today!
