I need a list of Moving Companies that do business NATIONWIDE with
whom I can partner with.
I am not looking for an online affiliate program but rather someone to
whom I can partner with that will pay me a percentage or commission
for reffered sales.
These sales would be reffered from my website.

I am not looking for a site like monstermoving.com to affiliate with
but rather someone like United Van Lines or Mayflower to partner with.

I would like a list of at least 20 moving companies that do business
NATIONWIDE and the contact info , name, title phone #, of the person
in charge of these types of partnerships.
Most importantly, the list should only contain companies 
 A. who  partner with or will consider partnering with someone who
does only online business (that's us!)
 B.That have some form of technology in place for tracking sales from us to them.
 C. an added BONUS would be to find out what the payout would be for
providing 400 customers per month to them.

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Request for Question Clarification by larre-ga on 06 Apr 2004 14:43 PDT

Do you have specific knowledge that certain moving companies pay for
referrals? I called the local office of a nationwide mover, and was
told that this type of referral, if any, was much more likely at the
local franchise level.

Google Researchers are information finders, but not sales negotiators.
We can identify nationwide movers with certain characteristics, and
can search for evidence of such alliances in the past. It is doubtful
whether we'd be able to ascertain the exact information you've
requested.

It would be helpful to have more detailed criteria that could be
applied to better identify receptiveness to such proposals.

---l

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Clarification of Question by graceecarg-ga on 06 Apr 2004 19:22 PDT

Thank you.
I just need a list with contact info.
Forget everything else I mentioned.
I don't want a local list, I am more interested in speaking with
someone at their headquarters.
Thanks.

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Request for Question Clarification by umiat-ga on 06 Apr 2004 19:41 PDT

Hello, graceecarg-ga

 Your clarification states:

 "I just need a list with contact info. Forget everything else I mentioned.
I don't want a local list, I am more interested in speaking with
someone at their headquarters."

 Are you now stating the you are:
1. willing to accept a list of 20 moving companies that do business nationwide,
2. with contact information for their headquarters (state or national level)
3. with the name of a person and phone number that you might talk to
"about" forming a commission-referral partnership?

 As larre-ga mentioned, researchers can find contact information for
the company (and "possibly" a list of plausible names you can contact
about your proposal) but cannot guarantee that any of these companies
will be willing to negotiate a business agreement with you. **That
type of information will have to be worked out on your end.

 Are you stating that the three points of information I have stated
are an acceptable answer to your question?

 umiat

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Clarification of Question by graceecarg-ga on 06 Apr 2004 21:18 PDT

Are you now stating the you are:
1. willing to accept a list of 20 moving companies that do business nationwide,
2. with contact information for their headquarters (state or national level)
3. with the name of a person and phone number that you might talk to
"about" forming a commission-referral partnership?

exactly.
As long as it would be the right person to talk to at the company.
I understand that the rest would be up to us.
Thanks.

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Clarification of Question by graceecarg-ga on 06 Apr 2004 21:20 PDT

let me add that I dont want the CEO, I dont want the operator! :) But
the person that deals with partnerships.
Thanks Again.

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Request for Question Clarification by umiat-ga on 07 Apr 2004 00:46 PDT

graceecarg-ga,

 I have researched at least twenty nationwide moving companies online
so far. While I have seen evidence of many moving companies that
subscribe to referral services for a fee, not one of them has
definitive contact information for an individual involved in
partnering. Most companies do not even have CEO information on their
website. Often, there is simply a customer service number.
 I am willing to make a few phone calls tomorrow, but cannot guarantee
success in locating the proper individual. It would not be an
efficient use of my time to call thirty or forty companies and come up
empty-handed.
 Therefore, while I work on finding some names, please let me know if
there is any other way I can provide alternative, helpful information
as an answer.
 If I cannot find the names for you, perhaps I, or another researcher,
can locate other helpful information.

umiat

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Clarification of Question by graceecarg-ga on 07 Apr 2004 12:14 PDT

Hi, Please don't go through any trouble. Phoning companies is not
necessary. I thought there might be an easier way someone might know
about.
anyways. As it stands I think I will end up doing this research myself. 
I just didn't have the time but looks like I better make the time.

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Request for Question Clarification by umiat-ga on 07 Apr 2004 12:41 PDT

graceecarg-ga!

 If you would like to pursue it yourself, that is fine. However, I
have had some sucess using the toll free numbers and can continue if
you would like.

Here is what I have found so far:

STARCK VAN LINES, INC.
=======================
12 Starck Drive
Burgettstown, PA 15021
1 (800) 326-6556

I was initially told to speak with Anne Klein (extension 2857). She
called me back and told me the person you need to talk to is the CEO,
Jerry Hurt (extension 2812). I left a voicemail for him concerning
your partnership desires, and am expecting to hear back from him.
http://www.starckvan.com/contact.htm


North Star Van Lines (left message)
===================================
1-866-272-7827
http://www.northstarvanlines.com/contact_us.html

==

AMERIGO MOVING SERVICES
=======================
325 W38th Street Suite 601
New York NY, 10018  
Toll Free: 866-668-3435 
Phone Number:  212-563-5383 
Fax Number:  212-563-5382 
 
I spoke with a woman named Erica at length. She did not give me her
last name but said she is the only Erica in the office. You may call
her to speak with her about the terms you are proposing at
1-866-668-3435. (there is no extension) The ultimate decision is not
up to her, but to another person who works along side her. She will
review your proposal and pass it on to him.
http://www.vanlines.com/moving_companies/company_info/amerigo_moving_service.html

==

UNION EXPRESS VAN LINES
=======================
1868 North University Drive Plantation FL, 33322  
Toll Free: 800-261-6731 
Phone Number:  954-474-9390 
Fax Number:  954-474-9388 

I have been told that the person you need to talk to concerning a
partnership-referral agreement is Colby (ext. 203) The person I spoke
with chose not to divulge Colby's last name. She said it is important
that you speak with Colby personally regarding your specific proposal.
You may call on the Toll-free line.

==

Would you like me to pursue this?

umiat

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Clarification of Question by graceecarg-ga on 07 Apr 2004 14:10 PDT

YES! 
Please Continue!
It looks Great so far . Thanks Again

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Request for Question Clarification by umiat-ga on 07 Apr 2004 14:16 PDT

Thanks, graceecarg!
 I will see what I can do. However, it will be tomorrow before I can
continue reaching most of these companies due to a time difference.
 I will try my hardest to get twenty. If I cannot, how many companies
will you accept? I am just trying to figure out some parameters on
hours invested.
umiat

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Request for Question Clarification by umiat-ga on 07 Apr 2004 20:13 PDT

Two other questions:

1. Is there any advantage to divulging what type of online site you
have? I have been asked by the contact personnel on most every
occasion and I have to tell them that I am not sure. You don't need to
divulge it, but it may make the companies I contact more enthusiastic.

2. Are there any specific moving companies you would like me to
contact besides the two you mentioned in your question? Or do you want
to leave it up to me?

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Clarification of Question by graceecarg-ga on 08 Apr 2004 09:54 PDT

I will try my hardest to get twenty. If I cannot, how many companies
will you accept?
------------------------------------------------------------------
19 :)
---------------------------------------------------------------
Two other questions:

1. Is there any advantage to divulging what type of online site you
have?
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moving boxes
___________________________________________________________


2. Are there any specific moving companies you would like me to
contact besides the two you mentioned in your question? 
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No.
note that I already have Bekins contact info. therefore no need to
provide that to me.

Thank you for your research efforts!

Hello, graceecarg-ga!

 Now I know why you didn't want to make all these phone calls! I am
exhausted from talking to so many people! Nevertheless, I have found
some good prospects for you and have narrowed down the people you need
to talk to within each company.

 I have contacted the following companies personally to find out who
you should speak with regarding your proposal. During each phone call,
I briefly described what you had in mind - a partnership or referral
service with your online site from which you would get a percentage or
commission for referred sales. I did not explain any further simply
because you are the best one to sell your service.

 I have to say that everyone I spoke with was very friendly and
helpful! This was a delight since people are often a bit leery about
providing information to a third party, especially when they do not
know the specifics of the website or the service.

 Some expressed a great degree of interest in talking with you about a
potential referral agreement. In other cases, I was simply given the
name of the person you should contact to present your proposal. Many
provided me with only the first name of the person to contact. I made
sure there was not more than one person with that name.

 There were a few companies I called that were clearly not interested
in a referral service of any kind. There were others I called several
times and could never get through to a real person. I also left
messages at a few companies but did not get hear anything back from
them. If they do contact me, I will let you know in a clarification.

 I should mention that certain companies were very professional and
organized, while others seemed less so. I can't say that this is
necessarily a reflection of their service or reputation. I think it
may just be the "nature" of the moving business!


***

I do hope you understand that I cannot guarantee any of these
companies will end up signing an agreement with you. However, all the
referrals are to companies which either expressed a direct willingness
to speak with you, or to companies that gave me a contact name and did
not say "no" when I presented them with your idea!


***

 
 In all cases, I identified myself as a researcher working in
connection with Google Answers. It may help some of the people I spoke
with to remember the phone call when you contact them. I know one
woman asked if I was "the same person who had called yesterday from
Massachusetts!"  Therefore, I assume some of the larger companies get
numerous inquiries from various individuals.


 
STARCK VAN LINES, INC.
=======================
12 Starck Drive
Burgettstown, PA 15021
1 -800-326-6556

I was initially told to speak with Anne Klein (extension 2857). She
called me back and told me the person to talk to is CEO, Jerry Hurt
(extension 2812). I left a voicemail for him concerning your
partnership desires. He has not returned my call.
http://www.starckvan.com/contact.htm



AMERIGO MOVING SERVICES
=======================
325 W38th Street Suite 601
New York NY, 10018  
Toll Free: 866-668-3435 
Phone Number: 212-563-5383 
Fax Number: 212-563-5382 
 
I spoke with a woman named Erica at length. She did not give me her
last name but said she is the only Erica in the office. You may call
her to speak with her about the terms you are proposing at
1-866-668-3435. (no extension) The ultimate decision is not up to her,
but to another person who works along side her. She will review your
proposal and pass it on to him.
http://www.vanlines.com/moving_companies/company_info/amerigo_moving_service.html



UNION EXPRESS VAN LINES
=======================
1868 North University Drive Plantation FL, 33322  
Toll Free: 800-261-6731 
Phone Number:  954-474-9390 

I have been told that the person you need to talk to concerning a
partnership-referral agreement is Colby (ext. 203) The person I spoke
with chose not to divulge the last name, and said it is important that
you speak with Colby personally regarding your specific proposal. You
may call on the Toll-free line.
http://www.vanlines.com/moving_companies/company_info/unionexpress_van_lines.html



WHEATON VAN LINES, INC.
========================
8010 Castleton Road,
Indianapolis, IN 46250-0800 
1-800-248-4810
http://www.wheatonworldwide.com/services/index.htm

I spoke directly with Jim Melichar (ext.581). He would be interested
in talking with you about your proposal.



UNITED VAN LINES (They are the same company as Mayflower)
================
One United Drive 
Fenton, MO 63026 
(636) 343-3900 
http://www.unitedvanlines.com/index.htm

I spoke with a representative in the Advertising Department who
directed you to contact Keith Dailey to present your proposal. Call
Keith at 636-349-2579.



TRANS AMERICAN VAN LINES
=========================
17707 NW Miami Ct., Suite 6
North Miami, FL 33169
1-800-492-2419
http://www.transamericanvanlines.com/

I spoke directly with Demitri Alexander who would like to talk to you
about your referral agreement. You can ask for him by calling the toll
free number.



INTERSTATE WORLDWIDE RELOCATION
================================
Interstate's Springfield Headquarters
5801 Rolling Road
Springfield, VA 22152
1-703-569-2121
http://www.interstatevanlines.com/

I was told that you should speak with Maureen Cameron (ext 225) in the
Marketing Department concerning your proposal. Both times I called,
she was either unavailable or on her phone. I left a voicemail but
have not heard back from her.
http://www.interstatevanlines.com/contact/telephone.htm



COUNTRYWIDE VAN LINES
=====================
8 Old Road 
South Amboy NJ, 08879  
Toll Free: 866-865-0000 
http://www.countrywidevans.com/

The woman I spoke with told me you need to talk to - Arthur (ext 15) -
about a possible referral agreement from your website.



LEHIGH MOVING AND STORAGE
==========================
2417 3rd Avenue
Bronx, NY  10451
888-740-8100
212-242-6300
http://www.lehighmoving.com/

They are interested in speaking with you about your proposal. Please
contact either Sid or Leah at the main number.



MUSTANG VAN LINES
=================
Corporate Office - Fort Lauderdale
1-800-900-1832
http://www.movingstoragerelocation.com/

I spoke with Anthony Phillips (ext 221) who is very willing to speak
with you. They offer a flat fee for any referred sales depending on
weight. He also provide his fax number if you would like to provide
some information to him: 1-954-747-3670.



RELOCATION VAN LINES 
====================
Corporate office in Florida
1-800-375-9279
http://www.relovanlines.com/

I spoke directly with Ann Lundy who would be happy to talk with you
concerning a referral agreement. You can ask for her directly through
the 800 number.



SUMMIT VAN LINES
================
Corporate Headquarters
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Phone: 954-712-1453
Toll free: 866-467-8664
http://www.summitvanlines.com/

I spoke directly with Heidi Derosa who would be happy to talk with you
concerning your referral proposal.



TRANSPORT MOVING GROUP
=======================
1-866-577-0277
http://www.transportmoving.com/index.htm

I explained your proposal and was told you need to speak with Sharon
(no last name).



GLOBAL VAN LINES
=================
4808 Kroemer Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46898-0067
http://www.globalvanlines.com/

After talking to four different people and initially being told a
"no", I spoke with Kathy Malley in the Marketing Department who said
she would be willing to speak with you concerning what you have to
offer! You may call Kathy Malley directly at
1-630-468-4874.



ABF U-PACK MOVING
==================
P.O. Box 10048 
3801 Old Greenwood Road 
Fort Smith, AR 72917-0048 
1-800-355-1696
http://www.upack.com/default.asp?refnum=topmov

I spoke directly with Megan Deal who is willing to speak with you
about your proposal. You can reach Megan at 479-785-8675.


 
ATLANTIS VAN LINES (offices in Colorado and Oregon)
===================
Denver Colorado Office 
3837 Monaco Pkwy.
Denver, CO 80207
Tel: (720) 941-3080
Toll Free: 1-877-941-3080
http://www.atlantisvanline.com/

You may call and ask to speak directly with Roy Berko about your proposal.



NATIONAL VAN LINES
===================
Corporate Offices
National Van Lines, Inc.
2800 Roosevelt Road
Broadview, Illinois 60155
Tel: 1-708-450-2900
Toll Free: 1-800-323-1962
http://www.nationalvanlines.com/

After speaking with two people about your proposal, I was told that
the company will give consideration to referral agreements from online
sites. You may call the toll free number and speak to Richard Buti
(ext 2977). He was not available when I called.



ALLIED VAN LINES  
=================
Westmont, Illinois
(800) 823-0755
http://www.alliedvan.net/

Please call Sach Chitnis directly at 630-468-4867. (Westmont office)



NORTH STAR VAN LINES
=====================
1-866-272-7827
http://www.northstarvanlines.com/contact_us.html

I spoke directly with Sean Miller who would be interested in talking
with you. Please ask for him at the toll-free number located above (no
extension).



COAST TO COAST VAN LINES 
========================
415 NW. 10 Terrace 
Hallandale FL, 33009  
Phone Number: 954-458-0116 
Toll Free: 1-800-313-6033 
http://www.coasttocoastvanlines.com/

I was told that you can speak with Mike about your proposal (no last
name provided). He was out of the office when I called. You may call
him at the toll-free number.


==


 I called the American Moving and Storage Association to inquire about
a nationwide directory of moving companies. They offer a version of
the directory on CDRom for $700. It is up-to-date with the latest
information concerning company details. The main problem with the
directory is that it only provides one contact name, which is usually
the CEO. If you are interested, you can contact them through their
website:
http://www.promover.org/about/phone.asp

==

 I hope this list of contacts proves helpful to you. If you need
further clarification, please do not hesitate to ask. I will be happy
to help if I can.

Sincerely,

umiat

Search Strategy
searched through several online moving company directories
searched under individual company names
nationwide moving companies

umiat:
You are AWESOME.  And fast too! You definitely went above and beyond
to find the answer I needed and I appreciate it. Thank You.
GraceecarG

graceecarg,
Thank you for such kind comments, a wonderful rating and the generous tip!
umiat

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