Network & Affiliates

US Domestic Asset-Based Mover Group

Be part of the community that powers the U.S. moving industry — the companies that own the trucks and warehouses, and employ the crews serving customers every day.
US Domestic Asset-Based Movers
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IAM has established the U.S. Domestic Asset-Based Mover Group (DAB). Often, when people think of IAM, they think it's an association for movers involved in international moving. While that's certainly one facet, IAM is an international association for all movers, and we can help you grow your business even if you currently do no international business.

A DAB is a US Domestic Asset-Based Mover — an independent mover or van line agent with trucks, crews, and warehouses.

Supporting DAB movers is an ecosystem of partners, including technology providers, van lines, insurance professionals, and industry specialists who help keep the industry running efficiently. We call those partners DAB Allies, and like DAB Movers, you are an important part of that network, and your engagement matters.

Advocacy

DABs protecting the industry

The DAB community is actively tackling the issues that affect every mover in this market.

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Rogue operators

Combating unlicensed movers and bad brokers who damage customer trust.

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Enforcement

Pushing for stronger enforcement and smarter legislation.

03

IAMTrusted

Building a consumer brand that identifies movers worth hiring.

04

Professionalism

Elevating standards across the domestic moving industry.

Get involved

Two ways to get involved

Become a DAB or DAB Ally and grow your engagement with the group over time. IAM membership comes first — everything else builds on it.

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Required first

IAM membership

Not yet a member of IAM? Joining gains you access to the network and much more.

  • IAMX: get found by agents and van lines actively looking for qualified partners — over 300,000 directory searches happen every year.
  • Receivable Protection Program: stop chasing unpaid invoices. IAM has recovered over $6.5 million for members since 2015.
  • Annual Meeting & Expo: meet the people who send you freight.
  • Advocacy: have a seat at the table when regulations are written.
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DAB and DAB Ally status

Already an IAM member with a validated IAMX listing? You may qualify for DAB or DAB Ally status, which adds:

  • DAB logo designation in IAMX, on the annual meeting attendee list, and in your own marketing materials.
  • DAB Hour webcast speaker opportunities, September to April.
  • Exclusive sponsorship visibility at IAM events.
  • DAB Management Board involvement on an ad hoc basis, at the chair's selection.
  • DAB task force participation on the issues that affect your business.
  • DAB Digest newsletter visibility for your participation.

Any IAM member with a validated listing on IAMX can request to join the DAB Ally group. The DAB Membership task force reviews the application and makes a recommendation to IAM for inclusion. Request DAB Ally membership by emailing membership@iamovers.org.

Annual conference

Don't miss the DAB track at IAM's annual meeting

San Diego, CA  ·  2026 Annual Meeting

The annual meeting is where the domestic moving community comes together to share what's working, hear from industry experts, and make the connections that drive referrals and partnerships year-round.

  • US-focused education sessions
  • Networking with vetted movers
  • Compliance and regulatory updates
  • Supplier and partner connections
  • DAB leadership engagement

Ready to join?

Find your path into the DAB program

Whether you own the trucks or support the movers who do, there's a place for you in the group.

Email membership@iamovers.org

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