Celebrating Van Operator Appreciation Week

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    We dedicate this week to the men and women that keep Mayflower moving!

    May 6, 2019 – Mayflower is setting aside the week of May 6-10 to recognize the service and celebrate the dedication of its more 1,800 drivers.

    “We understand our van operators make many sacrifices for a life on the road,” said Safety Director, Dave Pile. “This week, we want to show our appreciation for their hard work, their compassion and their drive to provide a premier customer experience.”

    Van operators passing through Mayflower’s headquarters in suburban St. Louis can participate in special activities, receive giveaway items, be treated to breakfast or lunch and much more. For those drivers unable to visit headquarters, Mayflower will have other special giveaways.

    In addition, Mayflower agents across the country are hosting events of their own for the van operators serving their agencies.

    By the Numbers

    2019 Van Operators of the Year

    Learn more about life on the road from our 2019 Van Operators of the Year.

    Walter Debo

    Gary Eaves

    Jeff Westenberger

    See more stories and photos on the Mayflower Moving Facebook page.

    This week, UniGroup held a drawing for 516 prizes including one $2,500 grand prize winner, New Haven gift certificates, iPads and $50 gift cards. Click here for a list of winners.

    Thank You to Our Sponsors

    Thank you to the corporate sponsors who helped contribute to the event with a $500 or more donation: Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, Central Illinois Truck, Comdata, Inc, Gateway Truck and Refrigeration, Kentucky Trailer, Navistar, New Haven Moving Equipment, Peterbilt of St. Louis, Rand McNally, SkyBitz, ThermoKing, Trans Advantage, Vanguard Truck Center, Vanliner, Victory Packaging, Weber Ford, Wells Fargo and Yokohama.

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