ST. LOUIS – Rene’e and David Bartels of Piedmont Moving Systems, San Jose, Calif., have received the Mayflower “Joyce Derrick Award,” which recognizes individuals who have shown particular dedication to and leadership in the moving industry. The award is named in honor of the late Joyce Derrick, who served as vice president of operations for a California Mayflower agency for 20 years and was known for her commitment to fellow employees and van operators.

Rene’e serves as vice president and David serves as president of Piedmont Moving Systems, which has been an agent of Mayflower Transit since 1982.

The selection of the Bartels was announced by Richard H. McClure, president of Mayflower and of UniGroup, Inc., Mayflower’s parent company, at the van line’s recent convention held in Palm Desert, Calif. In his recognition of the Bartels, McClure said: “This team has been quite successful in running their agency, serving big volume customers who have the highest requirements for on-time and damage-free service.

Often honored with awards, theirs is clearly a partnership of commitment to quality service, operational excellence and sound business skills that have contributed to the long-term success of their agency.”

Mayflower Transit specializes in the worldwide movements of household goods, electronic/high-value products, trade show exhibits and general commodities. With headquarters in suburban St. Louis, Mo., Mayflower is represented by more than 450 agents around the globe. More information about Mayflower Transit and its services can be obtained through Mayflower’s Web site at www.mayflower.com.