Meet the Bug Council
Dr. Scotty Yang
"As an entomologist, my trust starts with the science behind the products. I’m proud to be part of the Zevo Bug Council because it allows me to translate what I learn about pest insects into practical solutions for protecting our homes and families, while continuing to learn, grow, and evolve alongside the science."
Dr. Chin-Cheng “Scotty” Yang is an Associate Professor and the Urban and Structural Entomology Endowed Chair in the Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University, where he leads an active research program focused on advancing the fundamental understanding of urban and invasive pests to inform more effective, practical, and scalable management strategies. He has authored or co-authored more than 70 peer-reviewed journal articles and has extensive experience collaborating with regulatory agencies and stakeholders on invasive ant management at state, national, and international levels. He has also contributed to several book chapters and industry publications and delivered more than 90 invited presentations at universities, government agencies, and national and international scientific and industry meetings. His program bridges research, industry, and regulatory communities to advance science-based urban pest management.
Hilton Carter
"I absolutely love how Zevo products protect my home and family from pests. With all the plants I nurture, the lack of gnats and flies has been one of the most noticeable changes in my home and studio."
For Hilton Carter, it all started with one plant, a fiddle-leaf fig named Frank, to be exact. As he explains in his best-selling book Wild at Home: How to style and care for beautiful plants(April 2019), his interest in plants started out as purely practical. Since then, he has written and photographed four other best sellers, Wild Interiors: Beautiful plants in beautiful spaces (April 2020), Wild Creations (April 2021), Living Wild (April 2023), The Propagation Handbook (April 2024) and UNFURLED: Designing a Living Home (September 2025), partnered with Target on three collections Hilton Carter for Target, created a special with PBS titled Living Wild: Plant-spiration with Hilton Carter (2024) and a special with HBO MAX and Magnolia Network titled Planterior with Hilton Carter(2024) released his Guide to Houseplants workshops, with the Magnolia Network.
Hilton Carter is a father, husband, plant/interior stylist, author, and artist. He lives in Baltimore, MD, with his wife Fiona and daughters, Holland and Vada. He has a loyal following on Instagram(@hiltoncarter), where he shares his knowledge of plant care and interior styling with the design and green loving community.
Dr. Jess Steier
"I appreciate the scientific rigor behind what Zevo has developed and tested, and the fact that pet safety is part of the design from the start. With four rescue dogs and two rescue cats at home, that matters to me. I'm glad to stand behind products my family already uses in our home."
Jess Steier, DrPH, PMP, is a public health scientist and the founder and CEO of Unbiased Science, a science communication platform reaching millions of people each month through its podcast, newsletter, and social channels. She also serves as Executive Director of the Center for Unbiased Science and Health and leads Vital Statistics Consulting, a public health program evaluation firm.
Jess holds a doctorate in public health from CUNY and a master's in public health from Stony Brook University, and she serves on the Board of Directors of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases. Her work focuses on translating complicated evidence into practical guidance families can actually use, and she's been recognized with the American Medical Writers Association McGovern Award and Stony Brook's 40 Under 40. She lives in western Massachusetts with her husband, two kids, four rescue dogs, and two rescue cats.
Dr. Roland Pollard
"I trust Zevo as a brand to protect my home and loved ones. We stand behind their products as we have used Zevo for years and can vouch for their efficacy, ease of use, and no negative side effects.”
Roland Pollard is a digital creator known for blending his active lifestyle of golf, cheerleading, and fitness with family and fatherhood into his content that’s both high-energy and deeply personal. A former competitive cheerleader and coach of 13+ years, he brings a unique athletic background and storytelling style to TikTok and Instagram, where he’s built a loyal following through humor, stunts, and real-life moments with his wife and kids. As his platform grows, he continues to merge sports, culture, and conversation—building a space that feels authentic, engaging, and distinctly his own.