Welcome to the American Moving & Storage Association, the national trade association for the professional moving industry. Based in the Washington, D.C., area, AMSA supports consumer-friendly policies and represents the interests of the moving and storage industry.

AMSA represents approximately 3,500 members, including interstate moving and storage companies and local and international movers, plus industry suppliers and state association members. AMSA supports effective government regulations and policies that protect consumers while allowing members to provide quality service at compensatory prices, and we work to ensure that consumers understand the value of professional moving and storage services.

We offer a complete range of services to our members, including federal government advocacy, compliance services, professional education and certification programs, industry data and statistics, loss and damage claim arbitration, and publications that can keep you well-informed about the latest news and trends affecting your business.

Thank you to all our members for helping to maintain the highest standards of professional conduct and service.

John Becker
AMSA Interim President

AMSA Staff

John Becker

Interim President
Vice President, Military Policy
[email protected]
(703) 706-4993

Develops AMSA’s military policy positions & educates members on DoD & GSA personal property rules & procedures. Serves as staff liaison to AMSA’s Government Traffic Committee. Prior to joining AMSA, John spent 25 years in Traffic Management for the Air Force & DoD serving in locations worldwide.

 

Jakelyne Cardoza

Manager, Arbitration and Member Products & Services
[email protected]
(703) 706-4996

  • Processes and fulfills
    product orders
  • Maintains data for membership and products & services
  • Assists with member customer service and annual dues renewals
 

David Cummings

Accounting Manager
[email protected]
(703) 706-4977

  • Bookkeeping/accounting
  • Process/apply incoming payments
  • Accounts payable;
    vendor payments
  • Banking; reconciliation of
    daily activity
 

Jacquelyn Ganskopp, CPA

Chief Financial Officer
[email protected]
(703) 706-4990

Oversees all accounting, auditing, budgeting, financial, pension & investment activities, plus central service functions including human resources, information technology, purchasing & building services.

 

Samantha Ha

Senior Director of Membership
[email protected]
(703) 706-4994

Oversee all membership services, including the membership database & annual billing, as well as compliance services & ProMover certification.

 

Katie McMichael

Director of Government Affairs
[email protected]
(703) 706-4971

Served on the staff of former U.S. Representative John L. Mica (R-Fla.) as a district office representative. Responsible for advocating on behalf of AMSA members before Congress and federal agencies.

 

Rachel Peretz

Director of Marketing and
Business Development
[email protected]
(703) 706-4961

As a marketing leader for more than 18 years, Rachel manages all marketing communications and information for AMSA members and consumers, including digital and print. She also manages the Chairman’s Circle and Member Discount Partner sponsorships.

 

Kim Reeder

Manager, Rate Filing Services
[email protected]
(703) 706-4972

Manages AMSA’s Rate Filing services which includes 3 separate filings for GSA/DOD and quarterly reports for GSA. Works with John Becker on Government Affairs communications regarding rate filing schedules, updates and deadlines. Serves as primary staff liaison to AMSA’s Safety Committee.

 

Stephanie Thomas

Membership Manager
[email protected]
(703) 706-4989

  • Manage the new membership applications & annual billing
  • Maintain & update member contact information
  • Manage CMC & COIC certification programs
  • Serve as staff liaison for 40Below
 

MaryScott Tuck

Director of Training and Certification
[email protected]
(703) 706-4985

Develops and delivers all educational trainings, including the highly-rated Leaders Program, plus CPL, CMC, COIC and RIM. Before joining AMSA, MaryScott was a third-generation mover in a family-owned business, where she started as a packer and later served as executive vice president.

 

Wayne Whitaker

Creative Services Manager
[email protected]
(703) 706-4984

  • Graphic/mulitimedia designer for all marketing & communications, conferences and publications
  • Webmaster
  • Videographer/photographer