Hilldrup Names Jason Koch Local Operations Manager

Stafford, VA (March 6, 2012) – Hilldrup Companies, one of the nation’s leading United Van Lines agents, announces the hiring of Jason Koch as the Local Operations Manager at its Stafford Branch location.

In his new position, Koch will have overall responsibility for the day to day operations and management of key moving solutions with new and existing Hilldrup customers at Hilldrup’s Stafford branch that serves Metropolitan Washington D.C. and the Fredericksburg, Va. Region.  

Koch brings strong credentials and work experience to this position.  He started in the moving and storage industry as a van operator and worked his way up to management positions with agents in other parts of the nation.  He received a B.A. Degree from Chadron State College and  Master’s Degree in Accounting & Financial Management from the Keller Graduate School of Management.  He is a Certified Public Accountant.

“Jason Koch’s strong industry experience is a great value to our customers and our Stafford Branch team.  He brings a broad perspective to our company that will enhance our local customer’s experience by providing them with exceptional results during their move,” said Randy Rantz, Senior Vice President, Operations.

Koch and his wife, Jennifer, will be moving with their two children to the area from Longmont, Co.  While living in Colorado, he was State Treasurer of Ducks Unlimited and a member of Lifebridge Christian Church in Longmont.

About Hilldrup Companies
The family-owned moving and storage company started in 1903 by R.G. Hilldrup as a horse and carriage transportation company.  Today Hilldrup has grown to be one of the most successful United Van Lines agency groups. The company operates nine facilities in Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida with its corporate office in Stafford, Va.  Hilldrup is one of the most honored United Van Lines agency groups.  The company was named the top agent in 2011 for residential, national account and international services.  In addition, the company is the only United Van Lines agent in the country to be awarded the Customer Choice Award for 17 years.  Hilldrup has also won the 2009 Moving and Storage Agent of the Year - Service Excellence Award given by the American Moving and Storage Association. For more information on Hilldrup moving and storage services, visit http://www.hilldrup.com/.