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Central Life Sciences Expands Professional Pest Control Leadership Team

Adds Jenna DePaull as Business Manager, Promotes Mel Whitson to Director of Sales & Marketing

Schaumburg, Ill., May 5th, 2025 – Zoëcon Professional Products, a division of Central Life Sciences, is pleased to announce key leadership changes within its Professional Pest Control (PCO) vertical to support continued growth and customer success. Jenna DePaull has been hired to take the reigns as the new Business Manager for the structural pest control side of Zoëcon, reporting to Mel Whitson who has been promoted to Director of Sales & Marketing, Pest Control.

In her new position, DePaull will lead strategic marketing initiatives and drive product development efforts to support the company’s expanding professional pest control portfolio. She will focus on driving sales, increasing market growth, and growing brand awareness.

“Jenna’s industry knowledge and strategic mindset make her a valuable asset to our team, and we’re excited to see the impact she’ll have in this new role,” said Mel Whitson, Director of Sales & Marketing. “Her strong industry relationships, active involvement, and creative approach to branding will continue to elevate Zoëcon’s presence in the market.”

DePaull holds a bachelor’s degree in Animal Sciences & Sustainable Agriculture from the University of Kentucky and brings a wide breadth of knowledge in pest management sales and marketing from previous roles at various manufacturers and distributors.

The company also announced the promotion of Mel Whitson to Director of Sales & Marketing for the PCO vertical. Whitson has been an instrumental guide and coach in the support and development of the PCO sales team for the past three years.

“Mel’s expanded role will help further align our strategic messaging and enhance our market positioning,” said Tony Schultz, Senior Director of Zoëcon Professional Products. “The addition of Jenna and the promotion of Mel reinforces our commitment to investing in top-tier talent to better serve the professional pest control industry.”

Whitson has been with Central Life Sciences for more than 20 years, holding various roles in technical services, sales, and leadership. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Entomology and Nematology with a specialization in Urban Pest Management from the University of Florida.

About Central Life Sciences

Central Life Sciences^® products are a part of Central Garden & Pet Company. Central Life Sciences is dedicated to creating healthier environments and making life better for people, plants and companion animals around the world. As inventors of insect growth regulator technology more than 50 years ago, the founders of Central Life Sciences pioneered biorational pest control: using the insect’s chemistry as a means to reduce pest populations. To learn more about Central Life Sciences, call 1-800-248-7763 or visit our website at www.centrallifesciences.com.