Valley Biz Seen
Japanese representatives came to California to study the moving industry in the U.S. and visited NorthStar Moving in Chatsworth to learn about the industry and obtain tips from NorthStar Moving on how to weather the down economy.
Japanese representatives came to California to study the moving industry in the U.S. and visited NorthStar Moving in Chatsworth to learn about the industry and obtain tips from NorthStar Moving on how to weather the down economy.
Coldwell Banker Moving Services proudly recommends Northstar Moving Corporation as a preferred mover. Northstar has successfully moved hundreds of Coldwell Banker agents and clients over the past five years. Northstar has impeccable customer service, reasonable pricing and the ability to move clients to and from anywhere in the world.
The discussion centered around the role and work of the CMSA and moved on to the basic work flow of the moving business, and the market for moving services in California. Particularly interesting to the group was our member’s methods for providing high quality moving service and guaranteeing a good reputation. After their visit to the CMSA, which was led by CMSA President Steve Weitekamp and attended by CMSA Chairman Tim McCarthy, the group toured the following operations: Blue Chip Moving and Storage in Hawthorne, CA and NorthStar Moving Corporation in Chatsworth.
When selecting a storage unit, think green. Be sure to seek full-service
NorthStar Moving Corporation’s “Drive For the Clothes Off Our Back Foundation.” Kristy donated 44 memorable ensembles and an astounding 41 of them sold on the Foundation’s site. The auction attracted fans from across the country and globe, including Australia and Canada.
NorthStar Moving is the choice for anyone moving in or from California because they are recognized as one of the top movers in Los Angeles, and one of the top California moving companies overall.
As competition stiffens in the moving industry, social media is often at the top of the list for moving companies seeking new ways to reach customers. However, movers need to adjust their marketing mindset when looking at Twitter, Facebook, or any other social media endeavour.
Kristy Swanson, best known for playing the original Buffy Summers in the film Buffy the Vampire Slayer, is donating her Hollywood worn, designer dresses and clothing to NorthStar Moving Corporation’s Drive For the Clothes Off Our Back Foundation. Proceeds from the auction (ending Nov. 30) will benefit Clothes Off Our Back’s charities including Feeding America, The Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Mattel Children’s Hospital UCLA, and Malaria No More and Hope North. Visit ClothesOffOurBack.org to bid!
McHolm has moved service back into what should have always been the ultimate service industry: the moving industry. To establish the firm as the preeminent moving company for affluent clients, McHolm created numerous “red carpet” services some of which include: “Photo Perfect Packing” service where movers photograph areas of the home before packing, then pack, ship, and reassemble the room exactly as it was in the client’s new home.
Laura shares NorthStar Moving’s ’secrets’ to success in areas of customer service, passion, knowing your target market, and collaboration in company culture.
Laura McHolm, co-founder of NorthStar Moving Corp., a Chatsworth, Calif.-based company, said, “The phone pretty much started ringing after November,” when Obama was elected. “People felt like something was getting done” to help the economy, she said. Ms. McHolm described those callers as “early shoppers” who were looking for information.
Based out of Los Angeles, California, NorthStar Moving is in a prime location but do not let the Southern California address fool you! Although their primary geographic focus is moving folks from the Los Angeles area, they are looking to expand their service in order to move anyone, anywhere.
Stars like Angelina Jolie and Eva Longoria favor Los Angeles-based NorthStar Moving when they need to relocate. The ecoluxury company’s vans run on biodiesel and use battery-powered lift gates that can be used while the engines are turned off. New celebrity mommies Nicole Richie and Jessica Alba swaddle their little ones in 100 percent organic cotton fleece blankets by Robbie Adrian (that retail for $86 to $270 a pop).
In addition to greening the high profile film festival behind the scenes, NorthStar Moving and their partner E-Cycle Environmental will be exhibiting at Sustainable L.A., the free green event, to teach attendees how to move responsibly, without all the waste.
Laura McHolm, co-founder of NorthStar Moving, is more than just a smiling face. She’s a mover who cares about pets–cats in particular.
Declutter: The less stuff you pack and transport, the cheaper the move. Make piles designated for “garbage,” “donation,” “keep,” “return to rightful owner” and “sell,” suggests Laura McHolm, co-founder of NorthStar Moving.
Declutter: The less stuff you pack and transport, the cheaper the move. Make piles designated for “garbage,” “donation,” “keep,” “return to rightful owner” and “sell,” suggests Laura McHolm, co-founder of NorthStar Moving.
Ram Katalan, President of NorthStar Moving gave us helpful tips on wrapping, stacking and storing. His company is highly rated and no job is too small. They’ll move our clients anywhere in the world!The best news is the trucks run on bio diesel fuel. Go Green Power!
NorthStar Moving is a Californian moving company that offers a bespoke moving service when you change your residence.With past clients that include Eva Longoria and Angelina Jolie, NorthStar say “Celebrities and other A Listers have always been concerned about security and privacy…the stars choose a company that can deploy decoy moving trucks to throw off photographers…who have been well trained to work with security and know that privacy is our most valuable possession.”
NorthStar Moving Corporation has unveiled a new green partnership with E-Cycle Environmental, providing a bright green solution for households on the move… E-Cycle Environmental ensures that these items are recycled domestically, under strict environmental laws…“Most people during the course of their move throw out more stuff than at any other time of the year,” said Laura McHolm, co-founder of NorthStar Moving.