PODS Rapid Response Team prepares for hurricane, severe weather season

CLEARWATER, FLORIDA) -- As communities across the country prepare for summertime severe weather, PODS is positioned to respond quickly to assist residents, businesses and emergency response personnel in affected areas.

The leader in portable moving and storage, PODS has established an in-house Rapid Response Team. Implementing strategies with the onset of disaster(s), the Rapid Response Team monitors weather patterns and implements best practices as needed to dispatch PODS containers in the most effective manner.

"Our Rapid Response Team assesses areas in distress, determines how many PODS® containers may be needed, how many are currently on the ground, and implements plans to increase local capacity utilizing our network of franchisees across the country," said Thomas A. Ryan, Jr., PODS president and chief executive officer. "PODS distribution model and ease of movement make us one of the best early responders during emergency weather situations and natural disasters."

Helping to rebuild communities is not a new philosophy to the company and its independently-owned and operated franchises. Invented by a former firefighter, the PODS system is used to assist emergency personnel in numerous situations. Select PODS drivers, who undergo special training to help people under stress, are often provided with security clearance reserved for official emergency personnel.

PODS has deployed thousands of containers to areas affected by floods, tornadoes, hurricanes and fires to help in preparation, recovery and rebuilding efforts. In emergency situations, PODS containers can be used to store and transport food, water and medical supplies to impacted areas or as a secure storage option for homeowners and businesses.

About PODS

Founded in 1998, PODS provides moving and storage services to more than 238 million consumers in 48 U.S. states, Canada, and Australia. To date, the company has completed more than 200,000 long-distance relocations, exceeded one million deliveries and has nearly 138,000 PODS containers in service.

PODS secure containers are available in three sizes: approximately 8-by-7-by-7 feet, 8-by-8-by-12 feet and 8-by-8-by-16 feet and have been tested to withstand winds of more than 110-mph when partially loaded.

To order PODS containers, call 800-776-7637, or visit pods.com.

Tina Vervoorn

Consortium Media's Five Pillars of Marketing Success©

Today´s media world is complex. Consortium Media Services (CMS) navigates and saves clients money with our unique 5 Pillars of Marketing Success© - a blend of advertising, public relations, promotions, web integration, and creative to build names into breakaway brands that are leaders in their respective category.

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About the CMS Team
Denise Bean-White, President / CEO
Denise has more than 28 years of hands-on experience in direct mail, newspaper, radio, network television and station management. Her trend analysis, brand work, and work stratagem media packaging delivers outstanding and cost effective results. She is dedicated to her client´s success. Denise is responsible for developing branding and marketing strategies and maintaining client relations.

Jennifer Curtis, Senior Vice President / General Manager
Jennifer´s diverse background includes experience in the video game industry and with Paramount Studios. Jennifer´s strength lies in her ability to create branding that translates seamlessly through a variety of media. Jennifer is analytical and multifaceted: able to write copy, direct production, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. She assists with executive management and in maintaining client relations.

Emily Raab, Creative Director
Emily has 10 years of experience in creative design services. She has an exceptional ability to capture and express a company´s brand through the power of design and relate a cohesive message throughout all facets of corporate communication from print to web and everything in between. Emily manages creative design development and oversees print and materials production.

Tina Vervoorn, Public Relations Manager
Tina has more than 9 years of experience working as a journalist, editor, photographer, and designer for a major newspaper. At CMS, she maintains positive relationships with local and national media outlets and crafts enticing press releases and supporting documents to ensure optimal coverage in various media. Tina is responsible for all public relations efforts and publicity with the media.

Denise Hodgson, Office Manager / Media and Traffic Coordinator
Denise´s excellent eye for detail is a tremendous asset to CMS. She skillfully manages to handle all facets of the firm´s bookkeeping and accounting, as well as traffic administration and media plan maintenance, including assisting with media plans, facilitation and invoicing.

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