Gloria Pugh, an advocate for consumer rights and industry standards, recently took on a crucial role as a facilitator at the American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) Moving & Storage Conference in Washington, D.C. At the conference, she led a pivotal discussion focused on addressing fraudulent practices in the moving industry, specifically targeting the harmful activities of […]
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Gloria Pugh, CEO of AMWAT Moving Warehousing Storage, Champions Stronger Consumer Protection Laws in Florida’s Moving Industry
Gloria Pugh, CEO of AMWAT Moving Warehousing Storage and President of the Professional Movers Association of Florida, along with Senator Ed. Hooper, (R ) and Representative Allison Tant (D) have achieved a significant milestone in advocating for enhanced consumer protection laws in Florida’s moving industry. Gloria’s relentless efforts have resulted in the successful passage of […]
Avoid Moving Fraud
Gloria Pugh, CEO AMWAT Moving Warehousing Storage serves as the president of Professional Movers Association of Florida. Gloria was interviewed by Rebecca Liebson, Real Estate Reporter, Tampa Bay Times. Below is a copy of the article appearing in the Tampa Bay Times on May 11, 2023. Moving scams are rampant in Florida. Here’s how to spot […]
MOVING TIPS TO AVOID A HOSTAGE SITUATION
There are many reputable moving companies whose goal is to provide their clients with exceptional services. Unfortunately, as with every industry there are always bad people whose sole intent is to scam unsuspecting consumers. Knowing who you are hiring is essential. Beware of “movers” who hold your belongings hostage and demand more money before delivering your […]
The 2021 Moving Season and Rogue Move Brokers
Gloria Pugh, PMAF President 2021 has been a remarkably busy and challenging moving season. Consumer demand for our industry’s services in comparison to prior years is above-average. As a result of the global pandemic, we are all experiencing several challenges including workforce shortages, equipment and supply shortages, and inflation among other issues. Many of us are begrudgingly turning down work due to these shortages. Regardless of these conditions, many colleagues have reported a busy, and hopefully, profitable year. The overwhelming consumer demand coupled with the shortages described […]
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