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By Chris Lantz
Welcome to the last DAB Digest of the year, and what a year it’s been! As we prepare to gather with friends and family to celebrate the holidays, I wanted to share some of our 2022 accomplishments.
The DAB grew by 44 new members this year. One of our goals for 2023 is to have at least one new DAB member from each state. Right now, there are 37 states represented, which is about 74% of the U.S. We’re looking for new DAB eligible members from these 15 specific states.
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DHS delays REAL ID compliance to 2025
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Citing lingering Covid-19 backlogs, DHS announced that May 7, 2025, will be the new compliance date. The agency has postponed the deadline several times due to the pandemic, with the most recent deadline being May 3, 2023.
Remember that the IAM Annual Meeting will be in Toronto, Canada, next year, so make sure you have a valid passport and visa.
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Cold Weather Service Recommendations
By Zoe Reese
The cold weather affects many aspects of our lives, so why would the relocation industry be any different? Through over thirty years of experience in the industry, Custom Movers Services has learned that delaying certain services in extreme cold temperatures is the most effective and efficient way to minimize damage to household goods. Between November and April, CMS recommends next day service on certain items in order to give them sufficient time to acclimate to room temperature.
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DABs – Leaders in our Community
By Brittany Brooks
As the holiday season quickly approaches, we challenge all DAB agencies to establish a goal of partnering with one local non-profit organization within your local community. Charitable giving can give your business a sense of purpose beyond just making profits. Not only will ‘giving’ strengthen your connection to your community, but these selfless donations will build morale for both you and your employees..
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What Every Mover Should Know about Preparing for Policy Renewal
By Casey Myers
The period before your policy renewal is the perfect time to assess your business, changes to inventory and the best ways to protect yourself in case you must file a claim. This is also a good time to consider changing policies or insurance providers if the level of service or coverage isn’t meeting your needs.
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In every issue of the Portal, we invite our authors to share their experiences, success stories, learning experiences, and vision with others in the moving and forwarding industry. In addition to our regular columns, feature articles for each issue are united by a central theme.
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IAMTrusted Moving Company
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Professionalism Assured, Built on Collaboration and Trust.
Did you miss the IAMTrusted webinar this week? Watch it now!
Our business relies on our ability to collaborate with service partners operating to professionally expected standards. This system, built on experience and trust, works remarkably well. Most transactions flow seamlessly without formal written contracts but the few exceptions create tremendous friction, inefficiency and financial risk for the industry.
Learn More About This Important Credential and See the Early Adopters who Already Set Themselves Apart.
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Zoe Reese works in Client Development for Custom Movers Services, a nationwide Third-Party Services company headquartered in Stow, Ohio. She concentrates on account retention, managing escalations, providing inside sales support, and planning conferences and events. Though new to the relocation industry, she has over ten years of customer service and management experience. Outside of work, Zoe enjoys cooking and baking bread, and caring for a veritable jungle of houseplants.
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Brittany Brooks is the Manager of Customer Service at Conser International, and has been in the military industry for 10 years. She specializes in international TSP management, with a focus on customer satisfaction. In her free time, Brittany enjoys volunteering with her charity group within the St. Augustine, Florida community!
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Casey Myers, Vice President, Champion Risk & Insurance Services, is an insurance industry veteran with more than 16 years of experience. She specializes in providing insurance coverage and advice for moving and storage clients. She is well-versed in industry trends, challenges and changes facing the household goods industry and serves as the associate board member for the California Moving & Storage Association (CMSA). When she isn’t working, Casey enjoys cycling, running and spending time with her husband Diego and their dog Chance.
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