Mark Hirschi

Moving Company Owner | Mentor | Entrepreneur | Host of Movified

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

About

For over a decade, I’ve been leading and growing legacy moving companies in British Columbia while modernizing operations to meet the demands of today’s customers. As the Owner of Salmon’s Moving & Storage (est. 1913) and Ellis Moving & Storage, I oversee one of the most trusted networks of movers in Vancouver and North Vancouver—helping families, businesses, and organizations relocate locally, across Canada, and around the world. Beyond moving logistics, I’m passionate about building community, elevating standards, and shaping the future of the moving industry. I host the Movified Podcast, where I interview top movers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders across North America, creating a platform for collaboration, innovation, and growth in the industry. My career highlights include: Scaling Salmon’s Moving & Storage toward $8M+ in annual revenue while maintaining a reputation for white-glove service. Successfully acquiring Ellis Moving & Storage and integrating new technologies like SmartMoving CRM, QuickBooks, and streamlined sales systems. Leading large-scale projects, including the complete relocation of the UBC, SFU, and Douglas College libraries, handling over a million books with precision. Partnering with brands like Kit & Ace to provide bonded distribution, warehousing, and logistics across North America. Building Movified, a fast-growing media and education hub for movers, with a mission to inspire, educate, and connect business owners. I also speak at industry events, including TEDx, and regularly consult moving company owners on acquisitions, operations, leadership, and AI-driven growth strategies. 📩 If you’re a mover, entrepreneur, or industry partner looking to connect, collaborate, or explore opportunities, let’s connect.

Experience

  • President at Ellis Moving and Storage
    Aug 2025 - Present · 11 mos

  • Member Board of Directors at Canadian Association of Movers
    Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

  • Radio Host at Movifiedco
    Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 10 mos

    A platform dedicated to the dynamic world of moving and storage. Offering insights into the industry’s challenges and humorous incidents, making it a must-listen for both professionals and individuals planning a move.

  • President / CEO at Salmon's Transfer Ltd.
    Jun 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 1 mo

    Salmons provides full packing, moving and storage services for its clients, supporting moves which are both local and long distance across North America. Some of the firm’s valued clients include Universities, The Vancouver Symphony and the movie and television industry. At Salmons, we are truly committed to ensuring that our clients receive the highest possible standards of service so that their move is entirely seamless and hassle-free. Our 30,000-sq. ft. warehouse handles incoming and outgoing pianos, household goods and a variety of office and specialty equipment. We pride ourselves in keeping an up to date inventory and clean warehouse to ensure our clients are being handled with top priority and care.

  • Managing Partner at Action Contents & Moving
    Oct 2016 - Jan 2020 · 3 yrs 4 mos

    We are the most cost effective and efficient content handling vendor in the industry. We simplify the process by allowing the Property Restoration companies to focus on the restoration of the property, while at the same time normalizing the cost to handle and move contents in order to protect them and to facilitate the necessary building repairs.