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<a href="https://franchise.twomenandatruck.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=two-men-and-a-truck-is-moving-people-forward-in-the-garden-state-2712179" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">TWO MEN AND A TRUCK</a> has only been in the New Jersey market for a few years, but following the successful opening of three locations, the region remains primed for development.According to <a href="https://1851franchise.com/twomenandatruck">TWO MEN AND A TRUCK</a> Franchise Development Specialist Cheryl Ackley, the nation’s largest moving franchise currently has 13 standard territories available for development in the state. “The three standard territories we have in the area <a href="https://1851franchise.com/twomenandatruck/two-men-and-a-truckr-flourishing-in-the-garden-state-2703963#franbuzz">have done really well.</a>”&nbsp;In early 2020, Ackley herself plans to travel to the area to meet with prospective operators at <a href="http://www.franchiseshowinfo.com/newyork/exhibitor/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=two-men-and-a-truck-is-moving-people-forward-in-the-garden-state-2712179" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The Franchise Show at the New York/New Jersey Meadowlands Expo Center</a> on February 15 and 16 to explore more opportunities to “move more people forward.”&nbsp;Take it from <a href="https://careers.twomenandatruck.com/why-work-for-us/career-development?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=two-men-and-a-truck-is-moving-people-forward-in-the-garden-state-2712179" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mary Ellen’s Moving People Forward® Scholarship</a> winners and New Jersey residents <a href="https://twomenandatruck.com/press/2018/two-men-and-truck-closes-out-third-quarter-awarding-scholarships-help-employees-fund?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=two-men-and-a-truck-is-moving-people-forward-in-the-garden-state-2712179" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Liz Friedmann</a> and <a href="https://franchisebusinessreview.com/post/two-men-and-a-truck-franchisee-stories/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=two-men-and-a-truck-is-moving-people-forward-in-the-garden-state-2712179" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Jason Washburn</a>. Washburn was the first scholarship winner to franchise in New Jersey, relocating from Boston, Massachusetts to East Hanover, New Jersey in February of 2017. The Mary Ellen’s Moving People Forward® Scholarship is a year-long training and career development opportunity awarded to employees of TWO MEN AND A TRUCK who have demonstrated strong leadership within the organization, and prepares them to become franchisees of their own territory.&nbsp;Like many other TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchisees, Washburn worked his way up in the company from mover to owner. He was first hired as a mover in 2011, and found himself climbing the ladder within just a few months of entering the business. “I quickly realized that this was so much more than just a summer job — there were serious opportunities for me to progress within the business,” said Washburn. “For someone like me that didn’t have a college background and was just looking to enter the workforce, that was huge.” Washburn graduated from mover to driver, and then from driver to working in customer service.After two years as a customer service representative at the St. Louis location, Washburn was relocated to Salt Lake City to help out at an underperforming location as a manger. “That’s really where it all started for me,” said Washburn. “I was able to play to some of my skills and show the ownership group that I was serious about the company. About six months after that, the scholarship program was introduced and I was lucky enough to be selected as one of the winners.”After exploring different markets, Washburn and the team at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK ultimately chose New Jersey because it was one of the few major metropolitan markets that had yet to be covered by the brand.&nbsp;In his current position, Washburn is grateful to be able to mentor others in the same way he himself was mentored. “Our core purpose is to move people forward. My mentors were able to provide me with the support to do that and I have a chance to pay that back,” Washburn said.&nbsp;Friedmann’s story follows a similar trajectory. When she started at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, she was working three jobs just to get by. As a customer service representative with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, she quickly began to take advantage of opportunities for professional and personal growth. “It has been a really remarkable journey,” said Friedmann. “The scholarship program teaches you not only how to operate a franchise, but how to be a leader.”Friendmann moved to New Jersey in January of 2019 and has described the past year as being a “whirlwind” experience.&nbsp;“I think that one of the biggest things for me and why I wanted to do this specifically with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is because of what they have done for me. Now I am able to do that for other people, both for my staff and within our community,” Friedmann said. “Of course I love where I am in New Jersey, but I think you can go anywhere and be a kind person.”Friedmann’s business philosophy centers on kindness, and she has used her platform with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK to give back to the local community with programs like Movers for Meals®. “This is a company that stands 100% behind its core values and its mission statement, and anyone who works with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK sees that. We really pride ourselves on our referral rate and overall customer satisfaction, and I look forward to being able to connect with other franchisees in the New Jersey market as we grow our footprint in the state,” Friedmann said.&nbsp;“The people of New Jersey are really ready for our customer service,” said Ackley on the brand’s plans for expansion in the state. “There is competition of course, but the white-glove service that TWO MEN AND A TRUCK provides is unparalleled.”Currently there are 11 open territories in the New Jersey market in Sicklerville, Vineland, Camden, Jersey City, Hackensack, Asbury Park, Paterson, Union, Plainfield, Morristown, and Wayne. Each location will be adding around 23 jobs to the area.&nbsp;Interested entrepreneurs should be sure to check out TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s exhibit at <a href="http://www.franchiseshowinfo.com/newyork/exhibitor/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=two-men-and-a-truck-is-moving-people-forward-in-the-garden-state-2712179" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The Franchise Show</a> to learn more about available opportunities with the brand.To learn more about franchising opportunities with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.franchise.twomenandatruck.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=two-men-and-a-truck-is-moving-people-forward-in-the-garden-state-2712179" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.franchise.twomenandatruck.com</a>.

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TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® is Moving People Forward® in the Garden State

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New Jersey has been a state of tremendous growth and development for the leading moving franchise, and both corporate leadership and accomplished, scholarship-winning franchisees are looking to expand services and grow the brand’s footprint in the state. 

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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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