MIDWAY MOVING SIGNS BULLS’ BEN GORDON

 
  CHICAGO (January 14, 2009) – Midway Moving and Storage, the largest moving and storage company in Illinois, has signed a five-year endorsement agreement with Chicago Bulls’ guard Ben Gordon. The agreement strengthens Midway’s reputation as Chicago’s hometown mover and represents the company’s commitment to excellence.

“We are thrilled to have Ben Gordon as part of the Midway family,” said Jerry Siegel, president and founder of Midway Moving and Storage. “As the Bulls’ leading scorer for the past three seasons, Ben exemplifies Midway’s commitment to being the best there is. Additionally, Ben’s extensive work with charities is in keeping with Midway’s mission to give back to the community.”

Ben Gordon, a first-round draft pick for the Bulls in 2004, averaged 18.6 points per game in the 2007-08 season and was ranked third in the NBA for free throws. He reached double-figures in scoring in 62 of his 72 games in the 2007-08 season, including 31 games of more than 20 points and eight games of more than 30 points.

Midway Moving and Storage, the Official Mover of the Chicago Bulls, has been rated the #1 moving company in Chicago by Chicago building and facility managers and performs more than 15,000 moves every year. Midway has provided moving and storage services for Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Board of Elections, Chicago Housing Authority, Macy’s and Boeing, as well as a number of high-profile Chicagoans including Michael Jordan and Oprah Winfrey. Midway shows its commitment to the community by donating a percentage of every move to local charities and by actively participating in charitable events such as the Glass Slipper Project, Little City Foundation Book Sale and Chicago Housing Authority/Windows of Opportunity Holiday Celebration.

Ben Gordon’s image and endorsement will appear in Midway’s advertising campaigns and on several trucks in Midway’s 200-vehicle fleet. Gordon will also represent Midway with public appearances at charity and community events. Midway has signed agreements in the past with former Bulls Eddy Curry and Chris Duhon.

Midway Moving and Storage, Inc. is a full-service moving company providing residential and commercial clients with relocation, storage and document destruction services.