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Est. 1982 — Women-Owned Since 2007
Our Story
Built on a dream: deliver every solution, earn every ounce of trust
40+Years of Excellence
150+Industry Awards
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The Beginning
VIP Transport Headquarters — Corona, CA
How It All
Started
VIP's story begins with a college student studying for his Master's Degree in Psychology. While taking classes in the evening, Dan Griffiths worked at a local moving and storage company during the day. He handled local and long distance operations, and thrived on solving problems for customers who didn't always have standard moving requirements.
After recovering from a serious accident that kept him away from work for six months, Dan set out to start his own company. He borrowed money from family, bought a trailer and a couple of trucks in Long Beach, CA, and VIP was born.
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Creative problem solving will go a long way.
Dan Griffiths, Founder
Company Milestones
40 Years of
Innovation
From our first contract with the U.S. Postal Service to becoming a trusted partner of the world's most demanding institutions, each milestone represents our commitment to solving the impossible.
1982
The Beginning
Dan Griffiths, a psychology graduate student, borrows money from family to buy a trailer and a couple of trucks in Long Beach, CA. VIP Transport is born with its first major account: transporting oversized mail sorters for the U.S. Postal Service.
Founded with USPS as first major client
1986
VIP East
VIP establishes itself in Jessup, Maryland—a creative solution that enables coast-to-coast support for its growing customer base, strengthening East Coast operations and supporting our customers’ needs.
East Coast operations established
1990
Scientific Innovation
VIP pioneers the first climate-controlled, generator-powered laboratory transport trailer for the University of California, keeping −80°C freezers operational in transit and eliminating the need for dry ice. An industry first that expanded our specialized capabilities.
First climate-controlled lab trailer in the industry
1992
NASA GSFC & JPL
VIP becomes the carrier trusted to regularly transport payloads and sensitive components for NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) and Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)—mission-critical cargo that demands the highest standards of care and precision.
NASA GSFC & JPL partnership begins
1992
Athletes & Families
VIP expands residential services to professional sports organizations including the LA Lakers, LA Kings, and Anaheim Ducks. VIP becomes the Official Mover of the LA Kings and expands upon servicing other sports teams across the country.
Official Mover of the LA Kings
2004
Unigroup Partnership
VIP successfully transitions its van lines affiliation to the Unigroup network, joining Mayflower Transit and United Van Lines—expanding nationwide reach and service capabilities.
Mayflower & United Van Lines agent
2005
Fine Arts Division
VIP establishes its Fine Arts Services Division, offering highly specialized transport for museums, galleries, and private collectors—including cross-country exhibit tours and installations.
VIP Fine Arts Services launched
2007
Women-Owned Leadership
Laurie Griffiths (CEO) and Brittany Johnson (President) assume leadership of VIP, becoming a women-owned company while continuing the family legacy of creative problem-solving.
Women-owned leadership transition
2008
GLAST for NASA
VIP transports the Gamma-ray Large Area Space Telescope (GLAST) for NASA—a landmark mission that would later be renamed the Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope, reinforcing VIP’s role in America’s space program.
Fermi Space Telescope transport
2011
WBENC Certification
VIP Transport achieves official certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)—a proud designation in the transportation industry.
WBENC certified Women’s Business Enterprise
2013–2022
Strategic Acquisitions
VIP acquires five companies to strengthen its regional presence: Penn Van & Storage in Orange County, CA (2013), Golden Eagle Moving in Upland, CA (2016), Merit Moving Systems and Command Relocation Systems in Buena Park and Thousand Palms, CA (2019), Chipman & Burgin Relocation in Las Vegas, NV (2020), and Serna’s Relocation Systems in Whittier, CA (2022).
7 acquisitions across California & Nevada
Present
Locations Nationwide
Now operating from multiple locations with agencies and warehouses throughout the country, VIP preserves its roots as a family business—treating every customer with the same personalized care that started it all in 1982.
Coast to coast, still family-owned
Leadership Team
Women-Owned
Excellence
Since 2007, VIP has been led by women who continue the tradition of creative problem-solving and personal customer care.
Certified Since 2011
Laurie Griffiths and Brittany Johnson assumed leadership of VIP Transport in 2007 and have guided the company ever since. Under their direction, VIP became a Certified Women-Owned Enterprise in 2011 and they have acquired several other companies. Together, they lead the strategic vision and oversee the daily operations of the VIP Transport Companies, driving growth, innovation, and a continued commitment to excellence.
Dan Griffiths
Founder & ChairmanThe man who started it all with a trailer and a dream. Now serving as VIP’s Chairman and Special Advisor.
Clients
Trusted by
the Best
From space agencies to sports teams
On The Road
Coast to Coast
Coverage
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Frisco, CO
Sturgis, South Dakota
Our Core Values
Six Principles.
One Standard.
These six values guide how we show up for customers, partners, and each other — every move, every day.
01
Create Value
From the first “hello” to the last “you’re welcome,” every person should be made to feel special. We love to solve a new problem or offer a new solution that creates value for our customers and the partners we serve. Whether we’re driving for you, optimizing your route, or simply answering your phone call, we go the extra mile to deliver measurable impact and strive to make a difference.
02
Earn Trust
Our greatest achievement is earning the trust of our customers and partners. Whether we’re transporting personal items or a priceless exhibit, our clients are putting their precious cargo in our care. We take that seriously. We operate with integrity, push to overcome obstacles, provide full transparency and visibility, and will deliver results each and every time.
03
Be Creative
We never give up on seeking creative ways to solve tough problems. Creativity has made us agile, smart, and easy to do business with. We are the bringers of new ideas, new service options, and different ways of doing things — leveraging technology and innovation to stay ahead. That all comes from letting our creativity flow.
04
Build Relationships
Who we work with is our world, and we want to connect with everyone we come into contact with. We couldn’t do our best without our relationships, or without each other. We seek to connect with those around us — customers, carriers, teams, and communities — in order to drive success.
05
Put Safety First
We have trucks. We move a lot. Every precaution, every rule, and every step in prevention is critical. We are focused on delivering the highest standard of service for the safety of our drivers, teams, the public, and our customers.
06
Take Ownership
Yes, you can hold us accountable. And when we’re the ones being held responsible for exceptional results, well, we’ll take it. Got an idea that can make us better? We want to hear it. We own the outcome — from pickup to delivery and beyond.
What We Stand For
Trust. Innovation. Protection.
Vision
“To be the single-source partner customers trust for seamless, safe, and innovative logistics, moving, and specialized transportation solutions.”
Mission
“To simplify every move and logistics challenge, delivering efficient, reliable services that let our customers focus on what matters most.”
Verified Credentials
BBB A+ Rated
WBENC Certified
ATA Member
Mayflower & United Van Lines Agent
United Van Lines
Trusted by 500,000+ families and businesses since 1982
BBB A+ AccreditedSince 2002Verify →FMCSA Safety RecordUSDOT 1658456Verify →ATA MemberAmerican Trucking AssociationsVerify →Mayflower & United Van Lines AgentAuthorized AgentVerify →
USDOT 1658456MC-610055CA PUC CAL-T 137029WBENC Certified Women-Owned