For over 40 years, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® has lived up to its reputation as The Movers Who Care®, completing more than 10 million moves and earning a 96% customer referral rate. But beyond being a trusted name in moving, storage and logistics, the brand has also built a legacy of supporting United States service members and veterans — both as customers and as part of its franchise system.
Whether easing the burden of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves, providing veteran-focused franchise incentives or giving back through community campaigns like Movers for Military®, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK proudly serves those who serve. Veterans within the system have found not only career paths but also a deep sense of purpose and camaraderie that reflects their military experiences.
The discipline and leadership skills Michael Sham developed during six years in the U.S. Navy translated directly into his career with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
“As a 20-year-old in the Navy, I was tasked with running a shop of other 20-year-olds, all from different backgrounds and cultures,” Sham said. “The carryover from doing something like that to running a business is very streamlined. You are leading a group of movers — they are the soldiers going out there to fight the battles every day. It’s a lot of the same type of hands-on work we did in the military.”
After leaving the Navy, Sham worked moves on the side before joining TWO MEN AND A TRUCK in Mississippi while finishing his degree. He quickly moved from mover to general manager, then into the brand’s scholarship program that helps managers become franchisees. By 2016, he owned his first franchise in North Mississippi, followed by additional locations on the Gulf Coast and in Brunswick, Georgia.
“There are several programs TWO MEN AND A TRUCK offers to support veterans,” Sham said. “They make an effort to attract ex-military to become franchisees. The correlation between military service and running a moving company is strong, and the learning curve is not as steep as it would be in other industries.”
Sham also makes it a point to hire veterans within his own locations. “Transitioning from the military to civilian life can be very tough,” he said. “I’ve hired so many veterans over the years, and it feels great to help them. I’d recommend TWO MEN AND A TRUCK to any veteran — you can take the tools you’ve learned in service and apply them directly here.”
In Colorado Springs — home to five military bases — Operations Manager Jackson Wibbels has seen firsthand how deeply TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s values align with the needs of the veteran community.
“Originally, I started as a driver and trainer, doing moves while I was going to college,” Wibbels said. “I stepped away for a few years, but when I came back, I was offered a management position, and I’ve been loving it ever since.”
Last year, Wibbels spearheaded the franchise’s first Movers for Military campaign, partnering with Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, an organization that supports service members and their families with transition assistance, employment resources, wellness services and community connection.
“We collected around 2,000 items last year, and this year we’re hoping to get 3,000 to 4,000,” Wibbels said. “With such a high number of service members in our community, anything we can collect for local veterans will be huge. Being able to provide that support is truly amazing.”
The partnership has also strengthened the franchise’s ties to its community. “Our franchise has been here for 30-plus years, so people know the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK name,” Wibbels said. “Representing the brand while giving back to the military community generates a lot of attention and pride for our team.”
As vice president of human resources and talent management, Navy veteran Lindsay Gainor brings her service experience into everything she does at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
“The Navy’s core values — honor, courage and commitment — still really stick with me,” she said. “In any leadership role, those values show up in real ways: doing the right thing, even when it’s hard; facing tough situations without backing down; and showing up for your team and customers every single day.”
Gainor originally enlisted as an Aviation Electrician’s Mate, determined to become the first in her family to attend college with the help of the GI Bill. What she gained along the way, however, was far more than tuition support.
“The Navy really threw me in the deep end,” she said. “I learned to problem-solve under pressure and discovered how important teamwork really is. Those lessons carry over to what we do every day at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK. Our movers, our drivers, our franchisees — everyone depends on each other. If one teammate fails, the team fails.”
Her advice to veterans considering a career with the brand? “You will excel here. Don’t underestimate the value of your military experience,” she said. “The skills you bring from service — discipline, leadership, resilience — are exactly what make people successful here. One out of three of our franchisees started on the truck. The opportunity is here. If you want it, come take it.”
With more than 30 franchise units owned by veterans, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK continues to strengthen its reputation as a veteran-friendly franchise. Since 2005, the brand has offered a veteran discount on the franchise fee — recently increased to 20% off — making ownership more accessible for those who have served.
The brand has also been recognized repeatedly as a top franchise for veterans, including by Franchise Business Review (2018-2024) and Entrepreneur’s Top Franchises for Veterans (2021, 2024, 2025).
“Whether it’s helping veterans start their own business, providing meaningful employment or giving back through campaigns like Movers for Military, this brand has proven its commitment time and again,” Gainor said.
From supporting military families during PCS moves to helping veterans transition into meaningful civilian careers, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is committed to moving veterans forward — in business, in their communities and in life.
“Running a franchise is a lot like serving in the military,” Sham said. “You lead, you adapt, you build a team, and you accomplish the mission together. That’s what makes TWO MEN AND A TRUCK such a great fit for veterans.”
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 TWO MEN AND A TRUCK | The Movers Who Care.
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The military values of respect, discipline and integrity are at the core of the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK brand, which supports veterans through career growth and community initiatives.
For over 40 years, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® has lived up to its reputation as The Movers Who Care®, completing more than 10 million moves and earning a 96% customer referral rate. But beyond being a trusted name in moving, storage and logistics, the brand has also built a legacy of supporting United States service members and veterans — both as customers and as part of its franchise system.
Whether easing the burden of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves, providing veteran-focused franchise incentives or giving back through community campaigns like Movers for Military®, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK proudly serves those who serve. Veterans within the system have found not only career paths but also a deep sense of purpose and camaraderie that reflects their military experiences.
The discipline and leadership skills Michael Sham developed during six years in the U.S. Navy translated directly into his career with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
“As a 20-year-old in the Navy, I was tasked with running a shop of other 20-year-olds, all from different backgrounds and cultures,” Sham said. “The carryover from doing something like that to running a business is very streamlined. You are leading a group of movers — they are the soldiers going out there to fight the battles every day. It’s a lot of the same type of hands-on work we did in the military.”
After leaving the Navy, Sham worked moves on the side before joining TWO MEN AND A TRUCK in Mississippi while finishing his degree. He quickly moved from mover to general manager, then into the brand’s scholarship program that helps managers become franchisees. By 2016, he owned his first franchise in North Mississippi, followed by additional locations on the Gulf Coast and in Brunswick, Georgia.
“There are several programs TWO MEN AND A TRUCK offers to support veterans,” Sham said. “They make an effort to attract ex-military to become franchisees. The correlation between military service and running a moving company is strong, and the learning curve is not as steep as it would be in other industries.”
Sham also makes it a point to hire veterans within his own locations. “Transitioning from the military to civilian life can be very tough,” he said. “I’ve hired so many veterans over the years, and it feels great to help them. I’d recommend TWO MEN AND A TRUCK to any veteran — you can take the tools you’ve learned in service and apply them directly here.”
In Colorado Springs — home to five military bases — Operations Manager Jackson Wibbels has seen firsthand how deeply TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s values align with the needs of the veteran community.
“Originally, I started as a driver and trainer, doing moves while I was going to college,” Wibbels said. “I stepped away for a few years, but when I came back, I was offered a management position, and I’ve been loving it ever since.”
Last year, Wibbels spearheaded the franchise’s first Movers for Military campaign, partnering with Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, an organization that supports service members and their families with transition assistance, employment resources, wellness services and community connection.
“We collected around 2,000 items last year, and this year we’re hoping to get 3,000 to 4,000,” Wibbels said. “With such a high number of service members in our community, anything we can collect for local veterans will be huge. Being able to provide that support is truly amazing.”
The partnership has also strengthened the franchise’s ties to its community. “Our franchise has been here for 30-plus years, so people know the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK name,” Wibbels said. “Representing the brand while giving back to the military community generates a lot of attention and pride for our team.”
As vice president of human resources and talent management, Navy veteran Lindsay Gainor brings her service experience into everything she does at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
“The Navy’s core values — honor, courage and commitment — still really stick with me,” she said. “In any leadership role, those values show up in real ways: doing the right thing, even when it’s hard; facing tough situations without backing down; and showing up for your team and customers every single day.”
Gainor originally enlisted as an Aviation Electrician’s Mate, determined to become the first in her family to attend college with the help of the GI Bill. What she gained along the way, however, was far more than tuition support.
“The Navy really threw me in the deep end,” she said. “I learned to problem-solve under pressure and discovered how important teamwork really is. Those lessons carry over to what we do every day at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK. Our movers, our drivers, our franchisees — everyone depends on each other. If one teammate fails, the team fails.”
Her advice to veterans considering a career with the brand? “You will excel here. Don’t underestimate the value of your military experience,” she said. “The skills you bring from service — discipline, leadership, resilience — are exactly what make people successful here. One out of three of our franchisees started on the truck. The opportunity is here. If you want it, come take it.”
With more than 30 franchise units owned by veterans, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK continues to strengthen its reputation as a veteran-friendly franchise. Since 2005, the brand has offered a veteran discount on the franchise fee — recently increased to 20% off — making ownership more accessible for those who have served.
The brand has also been recognized repeatedly as a top franchise for veterans, including by Franchise Business Review (2018-2024) and Entrepreneur’s Top Franchises for Veterans (2021, 2024, 2025).
“Whether it’s helping veterans start their own business, providing meaningful employment or giving back through campaigns like Movers for Military, this brand has proven its commitment time and again,” Gainor said.
From supporting military families during PCS moves to helping veterans transition into meaningful civilian careers, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is committed to moving veterans forward — in business, in their communities and in life.
“Running a franchise is a lot like serving in the military,” Sham said. “You lead, you adapt, you build a team, and you accomplish the mission together. That’s what makes TWO MEN AND A TRUCK such a great fit for veterans.”
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 TWO MEN AND A TRUCK | The Movers Who Care.
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