Navis Pack & Ship Owners Strengthen Northern Virginia Presence with Operation of Alexandria Location
Annex Brands, Inc. Sustains Freight Shipping and Crating Franchise Services
(SAN DIEGO, October 29, 2026) Annex Brands, Inc., one of the leading franchisors in the packing, shipping, and freight shipping services industries, is proud to announce the successful opening of a Navis Pack & Ship location based in Alexandria, VA, to owners Bruce Thomas Jr. and Curtis Holland Jr. This marks Thomas and Holland’s second Navis Pack & Ship location, building on their success as owners in the Baltimore market. At the Alexandria location, they will continue offering freight shipping and specialty crating services.
Located at 950 S Pickett Street in Alexandria, VA, this Navis Pack & Ship is committed to offering a comprehensive array of commercial and residential services including packing, palletizing, crating, and boxing of fragile, large, awkward, and valuable items.
“Having worked with customers throughout the region for years, we’re excited to bring Navis’ specialized capabilities to the Northern Virginia market,” said Holland. “The Alexandria location allows us to build new relationships, support a growing business community, and strengthen our ability to serve customers across the broader DMV region.”
Annex Brands, the franchisor of Navis Pack & Ship, has a long-standing reputation for excellence in the franchising industry.
“The Alexandria location represents an exciting opportunity to expand our reach in a market where we saw tremendous potential while complementing the services offered through our existing operation,” said Thomas. “With our proximity to Northern Virginia’s thriving technology corridor, we’re looking forward to building strong relationships throughout the community and helping businesses and residents with specialized packing, shipping, and logistics solutions.”
“Expanding operations into the Alexandria market reflects the continued strength of the Navis Pack & Ship brand and the entrepreneurial vision of Bruce and Curtis,” said Patrick Edd, Chief Executive Officer & President of Annex Brands. “Their industry experience and knowledge of the regional market create a strong foundation for success, and we are excited to see them support Navis’ presence throughout Northern Virginia and beyond.”
Headquartered in San Diego, CA, Annex Brands has been providing business ownership opportunities since 1985 and now licenses and franchises more than 800 locations across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Their brands, including PostalAnnex, Pak Mail, AIM Mail Centers, Postal Connections, Parcel Plus, Sunshine Pack & Ship, Navis Pack & Ship, and Handle With Care Packaging Store, are synonymous with reliable and professional service.
For more information about this Navis Pack & Ship, located at 950 S Pickett Street in Alexandria, VA, and the services offered at this location, please visit www.gonavis.com/va25004.
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Annex Brands, Inc. licenses and franchises over 800 locations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico under the brands PostalAnnex, Pak Mail, AIM Mail Centers, Postal Connections, Parcel Plus, Sunshine Pack & Ship, Navis Pack & Ship and Handle With Care Packaging Store. Headquartered in San Diego, Calif., Annex Brands has been providing business ownership opportunities since 1985. Locations offer a range of shipping options from multiple carriers such as UPS, FedEx and USPS, as well as freight shipping for large, awkward, high-value, or fragile items. Additional offerings include packaging supplies and custom packing solutions for parcels and wooden crates, as well as mailbox services and other office services such as notary public services, copy and print services, and more. For more information, visit www.annexbrands.com.