Suddath Relocation Systems of Charlotte, LLC appoints Jon Costello as general manager

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jun 29, 2012 – Suddath Relocation Systems, a leading provider of relocation and transportation services and an agent of United Van Lines, LLC, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Costello as general manager for its branch in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Costello, a 30-year veteran of the moving and storage industry, has a proven track record of visionary leadership and operational excellence. He began his career as a household goods owner/operator and through the years transitioned to other core positions including sales, account management, operations and executive leadership. He has attained several career milestones including serving as general manager for a large, $10 million moving and storage agent and has also managed a hauling fleet of 70 vans for an $18 million operation.

In his new role, Costello will have total market leadership responsibilities. These include cultivating new business in the Charlotte market, maintaining operational excellence, sustaining legal-regulatory and corporate compliance, and instilling the Suddath values of trust, innovation, commitment, integrity and teamwork among his employees.  He will be responsible for servicing all divisions of Suddath and for upholding the high standards set forth for an agent of United Van Lines, LLC.

“I am very excited to have Jon joining our Charlotte moving and storage team. His diverse experience in our service lines, proven excellence in terminal operations and general management experience fit well with our local growth plans and overall strategic vision,” said Mark Brandenburger, senior vice president of branch operations. The Charlotte branch is located at 1520 Tar Heel Rd., Charlotte, NC 28208, and Costello can be reached by phone at (704) 392-1122.