Sprague Pest Solutions is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Kalsbeek, A.C.E. as California Regional Manager, leading operations throughout California and Reno, Nevada. This strategic appointment reflects Sprague’s continued investment in operational density and long‑term growth across California, where the company currently operates five branches statewide.
Chris brings 25 years of commercial pest management experience, with a career that began in the field and progressed to senior executive leadership. Prior to joining Sprague, Chris spent more than two decades in Northern California, where he served in multiple senior leadership roles, including Chief Operations Officer, General Manager, and most recently Director of Field Operations, overseeing large, complex multi‑branch operations
Throughout his career, Chris has been recognized for pairing deep technical expertise with a hands‑on, people‑first leadership approach. He holds California Branch 2 and Branch 3 licenses, multiple Qualified Applicator Licenses (QALs), a wildlife trapping license, and bird exclusion certifications. He also earned his Associate Certified Entomologist (A.C.E.) designation in 2013, demonstrating his commitment to scientific excellence and industry leadership.
“Chris’s track record of building strong teams, driving operational excellence, and leading at scale makes him uniquely qualified for this role,” said Director of Operations, Shane Hartnett, A.C.E. “Chris will play a critical role in strengthening connections across our footprint, increasing service consistency, and supporting our density‑driven growth strategy.”
Sprague is excited to welcome Chris Kalsbeek into this expanded leadership position and looks forward to his impact as the company continues to grow and invest in California.