Ready to roll into winter? In this episode of ACE Relocation Nation, host Dan Lammers covers everything from DOT-required chains for van operators to major retirement announcements across ACE Relocation. Whether you’re behind the wheel or in the office, you’ll get valuable insights into winter driving tips, moving and storage industry updates, and the latest from the Atlas Van Lines convention circuit. We also dig into moving company culture, team milestones, and the importance of safety and compliance as we head into peak weather season.
Plus, enjoy behind-the-scenes stories from the yard, Dan’s weight loss and wellness journey, the company’s recent cancer walk fundraiser, and a healthy dose of golf trash talk. You’ll hear shoutouts to longtime ACE legends, tips for professional van operators, and why ACE continues to lead in relocation excellence. Perfect for drivers, dispatchers, and Atlas network insiders, this episode blends humor, heart, and high-impact information.
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00:00 ⛳ Welcome Back + ACE Golf Rivalry Story
00:36 🎙️📜 About ACE Relocation Nation: Podcast Origins & Listener Shoutouts
01:21 🔌 Tech Trouble: Why Your Cables Are Always Tangled
02:06 🌤️🎃 Fall Vibes: San Diego Weather, Halloween & Shorter Days
02:46 🛻 Winter Trucking Alert: Why Van Operators Must Carry Chains
04:06 🎉 Celebrating Team ACE: Birthday Shoutout to Mike McHugh
04:46 ⛳ Match Play Madness: Dan vs. AJ Golf Challenge (Feat. Dr. Gillespie)
07:02 ⛳ Upcoming Golf Tournament: Net Division Strategy & Handicap Tips
07:55 🐎 Breeders’ Cup Preview: Horse Racing in Del Mar This Weekend
08:23 ⚾ MLB World Series Update: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays
09:53 🏈 NFL & College Football Rundown: Rivalries, Rankings, and More
11:19 📺 Why Fall Is Peak Season for Sports Fans (And DVRs)
11:46 🏨 Atlas Convention Preview: Indian Wells Location & Travel Tips
13:25 🏨 ACE Convention Highlights: Awards, Honorees, and Branch Presence
16:23 👋 ACE Leadership News: Key Retirements Announced
18:17 💪 Healthy Aging: Reflections on Retirement and Staying Active
18:46 ⚖️ Dan’s Health Journey: Weight Loss, Lab Results & Weekend Struggles
20:28 🎗️ Community Spotlight: Cancer Walk at Snapdragon Stadium
21:33 📈 ACE Strategy 2026: Budgeting, Staffing & Growth Outlook
23:37 🤝 Company Culture: Collaboration, Messaging & Moving Forward Together
24:05 🎧 Podcast Production Behind the Scenes: Thanks to Chris Smith & Podtastic
24:44 🚗 Bonus Plug: Car Lovers, Check Out “Cool Cars with Chris”
25:10 🔚👋 Final Thoughts & What’s Coming Next on ACE Relocation Nation
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