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With more than 430 locations across the country,&nbsp;<a href="https://franchise.twomenandatruck.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=summer-moving-tips-for-the-busy-season-2726276" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®</a>, the national,&nbsp;<a href="https://franchise.twomenandatruck.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=summer-moving-tips-for-the-busy-season-2726276" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">full-service franchised moving company</a>, is making major preparations during&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/may/national-moving-month-may?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=summer-moving-tips-for-the-busy-season-2726276" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">National Moving Month</a> as it prepares for the busiest moving season of the year. In 1997, May was designated as National Moving Month to mark the start of the busy summer season, when many families take advantage of breaks from school and warmer weather to make their moves.Last year, systemwide&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/twomenandatruck/info">TWO MEN AND A TRUCK</a> completed 47,803 moves during the month of May, and the system is preparing for similar volumes this year.“This is the time of year people move. They don’t like to move during the winter. Sales go through in the spring, houses start to clear out and moving teams get busy,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremybuhrmann/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=summer-moving-tips-for-the-busy-season-2726276" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Jeremy Buhrmann</a>, operations manager for&nbsp; TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® Grand Rapids North. “The best advice I could give to anyone preparing to move during the busy season is to be proactive. Reach out to your moving company ahead of time. Do research on the employees; not all movers are background checked and drug tested. Double check their availability and confirm the status of your reservation.”TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has implemented systems to protect both team members and customers, starting with thorough employee screening that includes a background check and drug screen. The brand also provides robust training for its team members to prepare them for the busy season.&nbsp;For customers, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s convenient quoting and scheduling system allows for an efficient inquiry, meaning customers can easily get on the schedule and secure their teams ahead of time — Buhrmann recommends doing so three to four weeks in advance. Inquiring ahead of time also allows you to set expectations and adjust accordingly rather than scrambling to do so at the last minute.“A lot of people are selling their homes and using some of the money they make to cover moving services,” Buhrmann said. “It’s important to take inventory, plan out the packing portion and consider opportunity costs, both financial and time-related. If you’re moving away from your kids or grandkids, that time may be better spent with them. If your furniture is old and will be expensive to move, it might be better to start fresh in your new home.”As moving families begin these preparations, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK teams nationwide will begin to prepare to support the thousands of people moving both locally and across the country.<h3>How TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Supports Its Teams</h3>“Historically, the summer months are always super busy, so as we start getting busier and ramping up for the busiest move season, we do like to be strategic,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnathan-cuttino-164b7a130/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=summer-moving-tips-for-the-busy-season-2726276" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Johnathan Cuttino</a>, a TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchisee in Macon. “We talk about concerns like heat illness and prevention, making sure that the guys are knowledgeable about how to recognize and what to do when someone may be feeling ill. We get them mentally prepared for the fact that it’s going to be busy and there will be some longer days. From a management perspective, we’re constantly analyzing the schedule, making sure the truck routes are most efficient and that all of the maintenance on the trucks is up-to-date. We don’t want to have any mishaps, especially when our customers are depending on us.”As demand increases, Cuttino supplements his team with seasonal employees, providing long-time movers and drivers an opportunity to tune up their own skills while new team members train. This way, he can be confident that every part of the process, from equipment to personnel, is ready for a successful busy season.<h3>Day-of Practices for a Successful Move and Happy Team</h3>While preparation ahead of the moving day can be incredibly helpful, it is just as important to finish strong on moving day. For families being moved, Cuttino shared a few key tips:<ul><li>Plan to move any valuables, like jewelry and collectibles, independently.</li><li>Move any chemicals, combustibles, firearms and ammunition ahead of time. These cannot be placed on a moving truck.</li><li>Ensure any children and/or pets are accounted for and have a safe place to stay while the movers work.</li><li>If you are packing for yourself, ensure all boxes are neatly and securely closed.</li><li>Make sure there is a clear pathway in and out of the home for everyone’s safety.</li></ul>Local TWO MEN AND A TRUCK owners are just as dedicated to supporting their own teams on big moving days. For Cuttino, this means providing movers a healthy breakfast, water and fruit for the road, and a team cookout at the end of the day.“Our entire management staff will make sure that we stay here until the last truck is back for the day — just for camaraderie purposes,” he said. “We want them to know that we’re working as hard as they are, and we’re going to stay here with them until the day is done. We’ll also get the grill going with hot dogs and hamburgers for when the movers start rolling back in, just so they can have something to eat and we can reiterate how much we appreciate their hard work.”For more information on moving with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, franchising or to find an open position with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, please visit<a href="https://twomenandatruck.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=summer-moving-tips-for-the-busy-season-2726276" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;TWO MEN AND A TRUCK | The Movers Who Care</a>.

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ST. LOUIS, Mo.&nbsp;—&nbsp;<a href="https://franchise.twomenandatruck.com/">TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://franchise.twomenandajunktruck.com/">TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK®</a> brought franchise owners and corporate leaders together for the company’s 2026 Annual Conference, held Feb. 21-24 at the Marriott Grand in St. Louis, Missouri. The multi-day event focused on collaboration, recognition, and strategic planning as the brand prepares for the upcoming busy moving season.“TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has always been about empowering our franchise owners to grow strong businesses while serving their communities,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/randyshacka/">Randy Shacka,</a> president of TWO MEN AND A TRUCK. “Annual Conference gives us the opportunity to come together, celebrate the achievements across the system and share the strategies that will help our franchises continue to grow, even in a changing market.”This year’s theme, “Gateway to Growth,” was inspired by the conference’s host city and its historic significance as the gateway to the American West.“We were in St. Louis, which is home to the Gateway Arch, and historically it served as a staging point for explorers and pioneers. Our conference represents a gateway to growth for the system and our franchises”, said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikishook/">Riki Shook</a>, marketing and communications director.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>A Week of Learning and Collaboration</h2>Throughout the four-day event, franchise owners participated in keynote sessions, breakout workshops, and networking opportunities designed to help them strengthen their operations and prepare for the busy season ahead.“A lot of the focus this year was on innovation and technology, looking at where the system needs to be from a sales, marketing and operations perspective,” Shook said. “We really focused on tools for growth and where the moving industry is going as a whole.”The conference also featured a vendor marketplace with record participation from partners providing technology, marketing and operational services to franchise owners.“Having our annual conference at the beginning of the year really sets the stage for the rest of the year,” Shook said. “Franchise owners get to connect with peers, talk about what’s working in their markets and share best practices.”<h2>Recognizing Franchise Excellence</h2>A highlight of the conference was the annual awards ceremony, which recognized franchises and team members for operational performance, leadership, and community impact.During the conference, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK recognized franchises that reached major revenue milestones through the brand’s Million Dollar Club, which celebrates locations achieving significant levels of annual gross revenue.“We also had a new award this year, the Heart of the Brand Award,” Shook said. “That one was really to reinforce the ‘movers who care’ mindset and the support system that franchise owners build within their local teams.”The 2026 award winners included:<ul><li>Founders Award: Berkeley, California — Mark Snyir and Tanya Nickel</li><li>Safety Award: Lubbock, Texas</li><li>Business Moves Revenue Award: St. George, Utah — Justin Phillips and Kirk Phillips</li><li>Boxes and Packing Revenue Award: Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale, Florida — Britt Lanier and Susan Lanier</li><li>Interstate Annual Gross Revenue Award: St. Louis, Missouri — Naim Gasanov, Doug Haber, John Judson, Tom Schopp, Joel Trost and Steve West</li><li>Multi-Family Award: Columbus, Ohio — Justin and Stephanie Clarey</li><li>Crated Moving Award: Springfield, Virginia — Martin Pollack</li><li>Sales Order Growth Award, Under 18 Months: Huntington Beach, California — Komal and Santanu Bandyopadhyay</li><li>Sales Order Growth Award, Over 18 Months: College Station, Texas — Jay Mellentine and Christine Thomas</li><li>Highest Single Unit Gross Revenue Award: St. Louis, Missouri — Naim Gasanov, Doug Haber, John Judson, Tom Schopp, Joel Trost and Steve West</li><li>Highest Multi-Unit Operating Unit Gross Revenue Award: Minneapolis South, Minnesota — Nick Bailey</li><li>International Move Hero: Sam Hellem - Colorado Springs, Colorado&nbsp;</li><li>Heart of the Brand Award: Taylor Suman — Fort Worth, Texas franchisee</li><li>Newsmaker Award: Twin Cities — Nick Bailey</li><li>Achievement In Excellence Program (AIE) No. 1 U.S. Metro Market: Charlottesville, Virginia — Nathan Bocock and Bryan and Rebecca Feldman</li><li>AIE Program No. 1 Mod-Market: Idaho Falls, Idaho — Terry Bruns, Lucas Keefe and</li><li>Exceptional Customer Service Award: Gainesville, Florida — Mark and Saundria Golden, Chris Hardoin and Anyse Medwedeff</li><li>Humanitarian Award: Grand Rapids North, Michigan — Heidi and Kyle Norcutt</li></ul><h2>Looking Ahead</h2>As the brand prepares for the busy summer moving season, leadership emphasized the importance of refining strategies now so franchise locations are positioned for success when demand increases.“The strength of our brand has always come from the dedication of our franchise owners and the teams they build in their communities,” Shacka said. “When we come together to share ideas, celebrate success and prepare for the year ahead, it reinforces the culture that has driven this brand for 40 years and positions our entire system for continued growth.”ABOUT TWO MEN AND A TRUCK:&nbsp;Headquartered in Michigan, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is an international, full-service franchised moving company with more than 430 locations and 3,000 trucks operating in 47 U.S. states in addition to Canada, Ireland and the United Kingdom. Each location is independently owned and operated, and together, the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK network has performed more than 10 million moves since its inception in 1985. In 2026, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK was featured on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list, where the brand was ranked No. 1 in the Moving/Junk Removal Services category. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK was also named a top franchise by Franchise Business Review and was featured on the Best National Moving Company List by Newsweek. In 2021, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK was acquired by ServiceMaster® Brands, which is a leading franchise provider of needs-based residential and commercial services in the restoration, cleaning, moving, and bioremediation industries. ServiceMaster was founded as one of America’s first franchise businesses and does business under seven brands today across 50 states and nine countries that generate more than $3.5B in system-wide sales. For franchising opportunities, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://franchise.twomenandatruck.com">franchise.twomenandatruck.com</a>.

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