Eleanor Lane is a staff entomologist and educational specialist at the National Pest Management Association. She earned a master of science in life sciences with a concentration in entomology from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). Her research there explored the biology, behavior, and control of the red headed flea beetle as a key pest of ornamentals in commercial nurseries in eastern Virginia. Prior to that she earned her bachelors of science in biological sciences with a minor in entomology from Virginia Tech as well. There she assisted in research on biological control of invasive insect pests of forests as well as teaching and research regarding freshwater biomonitoring of macroinvertebrates. In her current role at the National Pest Management Association, she is part of the technical team and creates online training content, manages NPMA forms, and assists with conferences.