In 1979, Mark was a student at Northeastern University and while many college students were spending money on their social lives, he needed to spend my money on school. But first he had to earn it.

Students needed moving help every semester, so he decided to become a mover. He had never worked as a mover. He just purchased a small van with a credit card hoping to make a few extra dollars to pay tuition.

Eventually, the business became Mark’s sole focus. One Man and a Van became Mark’s Moving & Storage. Over the years, he recognized the need for a steadfast philosophy, so he built the business around guaranteeing 100 percent customer satisfaction.

Nearly 46 years later, he is still looking for opportunities to help people.

Mark also created Marks Northeastern Furniture Foundation and collects over 12 trailer loads of lightly used and new goods each year and works with Greater Boston non-profits to share that treasure with local families in need.

Mark also founded TheStorageCompany.com, a premier source for warehousing and transportation of medical equipment, machinery, fixtures, and high-value products.

Additionally, Mark invested in and manages Massachusetts Portable Storage, a company that offers convenient and flexible portable storage options for short-term and long-term needs.

The company has grown from a small local business to a regional leader, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers across Massachusetts and beyond.

During this episode, we discuss:

• He started a moving company when he needed money for school at Northeastern University
• Leaving college to continue with his moving company
• Receiving support from family and friends at a young age
• Your passion can be a strong driving force
• 47 years later, he still struggles with scaling a business
• Try to be the dumbest person in the room
• His expertise in storage
• Incorporating philanthropic efforts, as we have an obligation to help people who are less fortunate than us
• Exciting events happening coming up for Mark’s Moving & Storage
• The importance of talking to every single customer before the job ends and ensuring they feel satisfied
• His advice for getting into the moving business
• What he recommends for anyone looking to start a business
• Why you need to always ask questions

And more. Tune into this episode as we dive into all things moving!

Watch the episode on YouTube here.

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