A proud Italian-American, Janelle grew up with strong family values, surrounded by inspirational musical talent, amazing food, lessons on plants as medicine and a humble appreciation for the labor that went into all of that love. She works for America's oldest and first documented pest management company, Rose Pest Solutions and has worn many hats during her 16 year career for the Chicago-based bu
siness. She is their Marketing Director and has a team of two other extremely talented women on her team. Hear her on WGN Saturday mornings with David Hochberg talking about insects and nature. See her on local news segments as "The Bug Girl" inspires women to explore careers in environmental science. Listen to her music on all listening platforms by searching her name. Visit her apothecary shop to see how she applies her knowledge of herbs into handmade wellness products. When Janelle is not at home in the city with her black kitty, Cioppino Noir, you’ll find her on the family farm tending the bountiful garden, spending time with her niece and nephews, cooking with her sister-in-law, making wine or homemade Italian sausage with her brother using Nonno’s equipment.
