Meet the Bug Squad
Inspiring Curiosity About Bugs, Nature, and Science
The Bug Squad is Rose Pest Solutions’ environmental education team, dedicated to inspiring curiosity about the incredible world of insects and the important role they play in our everyday lives.
Through interactive museum exhibits, school presentations, Girl Scout programs, STEM career mentoring, community events, television appearances, social media, and hands-on experiences with live insects, we help people of all ages replace fear with fascination. Our mission is to reconnect children and families with nature, encourage outdoor exploration, and inspire the next generation of scientists, environmental stewards, and problem solvers.
Our Mission
To spark curiosity, replace fear with understanding, and inspire people of all ages to explore the natural world through science, discovery, and hands-on experiences that foster environmental stewardship and an appreciation for insects and the ecosystems they support.
What We Do
Museum Exhibits
Schools & Libraries
STEM Career Mentoring
Nature Exploration
Live Insect Encounters
Community Outreach
Media & Digital Education
Youth Programs
Why Bugs Matter
Pollinator Health Awareness Matters
Pollinators are responsible for helping many of the plants we rely on for food, flowers, and healthy ecosystems thrive. By understanding the challenges facing bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, we can all take small steps to create healthier habitats and support biodiversity in our own communities.
Nature Needs the Next Generation of Advocates
Today’s young explorers are tomorrow’s scientists, conservationists, educators, and environmental leaders. By encouraging curiosity, asking questions, and spending time outdoors, we hope to inspire a lifelong appreciation for the natural world and the confidence to help protect it.
The Balance of Humans & Nature Is Essential
People and wildlife share the same environment, making it important to understand how our actions affect the ecosystems around us. Learning about insects and other creatures helps us appreciate their role in nature while recognizing when responsible management is needed to protect homes, public health, and our communities.
Meet The Team
We each bring something different to the team, from entomology and education to creativity and community outreach, but we all share a love of nature and a passion for getting others excited about it, too.
Janelle Iaccino
The Bug Girl | Marketing Director
Known as “The Bug Girl,” Janelle has spent more than 20 years with Rose sharing her enthusiasm for insects and the natural world. The nickname actually dates back to high school, when classmates discovered she kept a pet tarantula in her locker! An artist and musician at heart, Janelle brings creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of nature to everything The Bug Squad does.
Ravin McMorris
Marketing Coordinator
A creative engine behind The Bug Squad, Ravin brings big ideas to life through events, education, and engaging content. A Chicago native and Loyola University Chicago graduate, she holds a master’s degree in business with a concentration in marketing and loves flag football, getting outdoors, and finding new ways to make nature exciting.
Allison Beach
Technical Specialist | BCE-Intern
A graduate of Purdue University’s Entomology program, Allison brings the science to The Bug Squad, turning her knowledge of insects into fun, approachable experiences for curious minds of all ages. As a Technical Specialist and BCE-Intern, she loves hands-on education, answering bug questions, and helping people replace fear with a better understanding of the creatures around them.
The Bug Squad by the Numbers
From classrooms and museums to STEM programs and community events, The Bug Squad brings hands-on environmental education to communities across the Midwest every year.
25+
Educational Experiences Each Year
Hands-on learning at schools, camps, museums, Scout programs and community events.
15+
School & Youth Programs Each Year
Helping young people replace fear with curiosity through up-close encounters with insects and nature.
10+
Museum & STEM Events Each Year
Partnering with organizations that share our passion for science and environmental education.
5
States Across the Midwest
Connecting with communities throughout Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Kentucky and Michigan.
Every Great Scientist Started By Asking “What’s That?”
Whether you’re five or ninety-five, curiosity has the power to change the way you see the world. We hope you’ll put down your phone, head outside, look a little closer, and discover that even the smallest creatures have incredible stories to tell.
The Bug Squad is proud to be part of Rose Pest Solutions, America’s oldest family-owned pest management company.
While we celebrate the amazing role insects play in healthy ecosystems, our team also understands how to manage the species that threaten homes, businesses, and public health. When education ends and a pest problem begins, our experts are here to help. Contact us anytime.
Safe For Your Family and Business
We’re licensed, trained, and certified by the Departments of Public Health and Agriculture, using EPA-regulated materials, always.
Attacking Infestations at the Root
We don’t come in spraying. We evaluate the root of your problem, and recommend and enact pre-emptive measures before any chemicals are used.
Assessments Before Any Contracts
Our Customer Care Center walks you through every service, every charge, and every solution before you agree to anything. Our commitment is to you.