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In this powerful episode of Ace Relocation Nation, we sit down with Denise Lammers to reflect on 27 years of leadership, growth, and transformation inside the corporate relocation and moving & storage industry.

From manual accounting systems in 1998 to multi-state expansion, HR modernization, Texas headquarters growth, and post-COVID relocation shifts — this episode captures the evolution of a leading Atlas Van Lines agent and one of the top corporate relocation companies in the United States.

If you work in corporate relocation, logistics, moving and storage, HR leadership, or operations management, this episode delivers real-world business insight from someone who helped build it from the inside.

🚚 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• How Ace Relocation Nation grew from a highly leveraged company to a nationwide corporate relocation leader
• What onboarding and HR processes looked like in the late 1990s vs today
• Lessons from surviving the 2008 Great Recession in the moving industry
• How business cycles impact relocation volume and corporate mobility
• Why Texas became a strategic expansion hub for relocation operations
• The impact of COVID on employee relocation services and business growth
• How leadership succession and retirement transitions affect long-term company culture
• What sustainable growth looks like in the moving and storage industry

In this episode of Ace Relocation Nation, we explore 27 years of leadership in corporate relocation, moving and storage operations, and HR strategy with Denise Lammers, a longtime executive who helped scale one of the top Atlas Van Lines agents in the country. This conversation dives deep into corporate mobility, employee relocation services, interstate moving operations, multi-branch expansion, and the evolution of a nationwide relocation company from survival during the 2008 recession to post-COVID business growth and Texas headquarters expansion. If you’re interested in relocation industry trends, logistics leadership, HR modernization, succession planning, family-owned business growth, and building high-performance teams in the transportation and moving industry, this episode delivers real-world insights on scaling a corporate relocation company, strengthening company culture, and navigating economic cycles in the employee mobility and logistics space.

00:00 🎙️ 27 Years at Ace Relocation Nation – Meet Denise Lammers
02:05 🎶 Music, Culture & Early Influences on Leadership
05:10 🏢 Getting Hired in 1998 – Old-School Moving Industry Operations
08:15 💰 Manual Accounting, Credit Lines & Surviving Early Growth Years
12:05 🚚 Multi-Branch Expansion – Orlando, Maryland & Corporate Growth
16:20 📚 Modern HR Leadership & Employee Onboarding Strategy
18:40 🌎 Texas Headquarters Expansion & Post-COVID Relocation Growth
22:10 🏈 Business Cycles, Economic Shifts & Industry Resilience
25:05 ❄️ Leadership, Team Culture & Staying Connected Beyond Work
30:05 🌄 Rural Texas Living & Life After Corporate Leadership
35:00 📺 Media, Culture & Identity in the American Workforce
37:10 👥 Retirement Wave & Succession Planning in the Moving Industry
41:00 🔄 Generational Leadership Transition at Ace Relocation
45:15 📉 The 2008 Recession – Defining Moment for Corporate Relocation
48:00 🌧️ Rainmakers, Growth Catalysts & Key Industry Leaders
52:30 🎉 Final Reflections, Retirement & The Future of Ace Relocation

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Welcome to Episode 100 of the ACE Relocation Nation Podcast! 🚚🎉

We’ve hit a major milestone — 100 episodes! In this special edition, hosts Dan Lammers and Anthony Johnson Jr. look back at how it all started, from the early “What’s Your 20?” days to becoming the trusted voice of ACE Relocation Services.

💬 Along the way, they cover:

• The evolution of the podcast: name changes, early guests, production struggles
• Real-life van operator road incidents during winter storms ❄️
• Practical winter driving safety tips for long-haul movers
• Why “snow goes slow, ice don’t go” is a rule to live by
• Behind-the-scenes look at office culture, podcast stats, and where the show is headed
• Hilarious side discussions about golf, marriage, streaming recs, and NFL rivalries

Whether you’re a van operator, logistics pro, ACE team member, or just love great stories and banter — this episode brings real value, laughs, and insights from the road.

In this milestone 100th episode of the ACE Relocation Nation podcast, we dive into the history and evolution of one of the most trusted voices in the moving and storage industry. From the early What's Your 20? days to today's high-quality production, this episode offers valuable insights for van operators, relocation professionals, and over-the-road drivers. We discuss real-world winter driving hazards, recent road incidents involving icy conditions, and essential truck driver safety tips that every moving professional should know. Whether you're a seasoned hauler, a fleet manager, or part of the relocation logistics world, this episode delivers expert advice, laughs, and lessons from the frontlines. Plus, discover how clean DOT inspections can earn drivers a $200 bonus — and why ACE Relocation Services continues to lead the way in driver support and road safety.

00:00 🎉 Kicking Off Episode 100 — Syndication Jokes & Celebration
01:13 🛣️ How It Started: From "What's Your 20?" to ACE Relocation Nation
02:36 🎧 Early Days: First Guests, DIY Production & Editing Woes
04:05 🌊 Pandemic Beginnings — Launching During COVID
05:06 ❄️ Frozen Roads & Frustrated Nation: Winter Weather Across the U.S.
07:29 🚛 Real Road Stories: Van Operator Skids Off in New Mexico
08:59 ⚠️ Safety Over Speed: Ice Rules & Delayed Shipments
10:09 🧊 Survival Gear Tips: Be Ready for Long Freezes on the Road
11:03 🏢 Office Life: Footstep Surveillance, Corporate Perks & Pressure
13:38 📈 Podcast Growth & Future Ideas: Golf, Guests & Staying #1
15:23 ⛳️ Golf vs. Marriage — Hall Passes, Tee Times & Happy Wives
19:03 🏈 Super Bowl Talk: Why We’re Skipping It (Unless Beyoncé Shows Up)
23:30 🎟️ Live Sports vs. Watching at Home — Which Is Worth It?
26:31 ⚽️ Soccer Fandom Exposed: Ted Lasso vs. Real Matches
29:14 📺 Streaming Picks: The Pit, The Diplomat & More Watchlist Faves
30:46 💵 $200 DOT Inspection Bonus — Get Paid for Clean Equipment
33:25 🏌️ Farmers Open & Getting Spouses Into Golf
36:00 🧠 Feelings, Future Topics & Dr. Dan’s Therapy Corner
36:41 🏈 IU's Fictional 16–0 Season & NCAA Greats Debate
39:56 🎙️ Final Thanks & What’s Next for ACE Relocation Nation

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On this episode of ACE Relocation Nation, Dan Lammers and Anthony Johnson get real about the high costs of ignoring the small stuff — especially when it comes to preventative maintenance in the moving and trucking industry. From costly breakdowns to retirements of ACE legends, this episode blends humor, wisdom, and serious lessons for anyone in relocation or logistics.

You’ll also hear personal stories about gym gains, keto diets, legendary leaders, and some playful golf trash talk — because no ACE podcast would be complete without it. 🚛💬⛳

🔧 What You’ll Learn:

• How skipping DVIRs and minor repairs can cost 150% more
• What proactive fleet maintenance really looks like (and how it saves money)
• Real-world breakdowns and how they wreck delivery schedules
• Why retirements of Chris Shipp & Mike Quigley mark a new era at ACE
• The sales transition that’s keeping ACE strong into 2026
• The secret to thriving while others in the moving industry shrink
• Thoughts on economic trends, fuel prices, and consumer demand
• Plus: Fitness updates, golf drama, and college football predictions

In this episode of ACE Relocation Nation, we dive into the importance of preventative maintenance for fleets, highlighting how regular DVIRs (Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports) and proactive truck maintenance can prevent costly roadside breakdowns, unexpected towing expenses, and delivery delays. As leaders in the moving and storage industry, ACE Relocation shares valuable insights for truck drivers, owner-operators, and fleet managers looking to improve vehicle safety, lower repair costs, and maintain DOT compliance. We also explore key updates in the relocation logistics sector, including how smart investments in fleet upgrades, technology, and driver safety culturehave helped ACE thrive while other moving companies struggle. This episode also celebrates the retirement of two industry legends, discusses trends in trucking economics, like fuel prices and inflation, and touches on leadership, company growth, and relocation best practices in 2026.

00:00 | 🎉 Anniversaries & Luggage: Trouble or Trip?
04:00 | 💪 Fitness Over 50: Diets, Keto & Gym Talk
08:30 | 🛠️ Fleet Maintenance Tips That Save You Thousands
11:00 | 🚨 Breakdowns, Towing & the Hidden Costs of Delay
13:00 | 📋 DVIRs, Inspections & Avoiding Roadside Repairs
14:30 | 👋 Farewell to a Legend: Chris Shipp's Impact at ACE
17:00 | 🎤 Quigley’s Sales Legacy & ACE’s Culture of Humor
20:00 | 📈 Sales Growth in 2026: Who’s Carrying the Torch?
22:00 | ⛽ Fuel Prices, Inflation & Signs of Economic Recovery
24:00 | 🌬️ Santa Ana Winds & Big Rig Safety First Moments
27:00 | 🖥️ Office Moves & Why Dan Lost His Weather Channel
28:00 | 📦 ACE Hauling + Booking Growth Explained
30:00 | 💡 Why Other Movers Are Failing (And ACE Isn’t)
34:00 | 🧠 Leadership Lessons: Real Apologies vs. “My Bad”
36:00 | ⛳ Golf Drama, Chili Spoons & Rule Sticklers
38:30 | 🏈 Indiana’s Cinderella Football Season Preview
42:00 | 🎙️ Shoutouts, Retirements & Wrapping Up Ep. 99

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