Mike Cannon’s journey didn’t start with a fleet of trucks or a detailed business plan. It started with a lawn mower trailer and his mom’s old Ford Explorer. What began as simple local furniture deliveries quickly turned into something bigger. “People kept asking me to do larger and larger moves,” Mike says. Over time, those requests transformed into a full-scale moving company specializing in high-end, nationwide moves. What started small is now something powerful, and it’s only just beginning.
"I participate in networking groups and volunteer my crew and myself as often as I can, and we collaborate with other local businesses to help strengthen the local ties."
Learning the Hard Way
Every step of growth came with its own set of challenges. “I’ve had to learn everything about growing a business from scratch,” Mike explains. From hiring friends who didn’t take the business seriously, to struggling with underpowered resources and costly mistakes, the road hasn’t been easy. He’s worked long hours, faced dead ends, and carried significant stress. But through it all, Mike has stayed committed to learning and improving. “I’ve had to lose lots of money as I learn this craft,” he admits. And still, he moves forward with purpose.
Giving Back is Non-Negotiable
For Mike, success means more than profit. He’s built giving into the foundation of his business. Every month, Mike’s Movers helps at least one customer who is struggling financially, often comping the entire move or only charging cost. A billboard he owns is donated quarterly to nonprofit causes. His team volunteers, supports other small businesses, and shows up where they’re needed most. “We collaborate with other local businesses to help strengthen the local ties,” Mike says. Giving back isn’t an add-on. It’s who they are.
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Culture, Community, and Quality
What sets Mike’s Movers apart is the culture behind the work. Mike is passionate about building a strong, supportive team and staying involved in the community around them. “Purpose and fulfillment in what I do, good culture and community amongst the staff, involvement in the community, and delivering the highest quality product we can,” Mike says. That level of commitment shines through on every job. His focus is always on quality and letting the work speak for itself.
Purpose Drives the Momentum
Mike doesn’t rely on surface-level motivation. His energy comes from something deeper. “My momentum motivates me,” he says. “I stay connected to my deeper purpose and meaning and that drives momentum, which keeps me going.” He believes in what he’s building and in the impact he can make. The path isn’t always easy, but he stays grounded in the idea that his life is going somewhere. He’s not just moving boxes. He’s building something that matters.
Mike Cannon’s story is the kind of Local Legend journey that reminds us what it really takes to grow something from the ground up. It takes grit, learning, patience, and a deep commitment to people. From his humble start to becoming a trusted name in nationwide moves, Mike’s Movers is proof that staying focused on quality and giving back to your community is the right way to grow. He’s not just moving homes—he’s moving the needle for what local business can look like when it’s done with heart.
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