Senior Management

Meet the Team of Senior Managers That Makes Commercial Moving a Breeze at The Advance Group:

Mario Lazzari
Director of Project Management & Harrison Terminal Manager

Mario Lazzari has been with The Advance Group since 2016. Mario has spent over thirty years in project management and logistics in the shipping, furniture and moving industries. Mario oversees successful projects such as CBS Archives, Board of Elections, Canopy Hotel and Success Academy Charter Schools to name a few.

Beginning his career at The Advance Group as a Commercial Dispatcher, he then took responsibilities of Terminal Manager, Commercial Planner and Project Management. Mario’s field experience, his past professional positions along with his academic background allow him to understand the entirety of any size project.

Mario graduated St. John’s University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and subsequently obtained numerous international shipping certifications from the World Trade Institute.

Christie Peretti
Director of Commercial Client Services

Christie Peretti has been with The Advance Group since 2004 and leads the Client Services department. Christie has 25 years of experience in the industry, specializing in commercial moving, furniture delivery & installation, FF&E and logistics. Christie originally came on board as a Project Coordinator and has worked her way up to the director of the Client Services department.

Vinny Berrios
Director of Residential Operations & Farmingdale Terminal Manager

Vinny Berrios has been with The Advance Group since 2013 and specializes in Residential Operations and Terminal Management. Vinny’s background in the transportation industry dates back to 1989. Vinny had filled previous roles within the organization as a Residential & Commercial Dispatcher and was promoted to Terminal Manager 2020. Vinny also served in the US Army for 2 years.

Terri Orban
Director of Marketing

Marketing Director, Terri Orban is a relocation marketing specialist with over 25 years of direct experience at two of the most recognized names in the industry, where she oversaw the local marketing for more than 500 agency locations.

‌Terri heads the marketing efforts of all The Advance Group’s collective companies (Molloy Moving & Storage, Sorensen Moving & Storage Co., Inc., Sorensen Logistics) and is an outstanding leader who earned her BS in Organizational Leadership, followed by an MBA from Maryville University.

Orlando Goncalves
Director of NY/NJ Commercial Operations

Orlando Goncalves has been with the Advance Group since 2003 and specializes in Operations. Orlando has a background in Delivery and Installation, commercial moving and management. Orlando graduated from Xavier High School and Hunter College and has filled previous roles within the organization as Dispatcher, Operations Manager, Terminal Manager for Maspeth and Terminal Manager for Harrison, Director of Project Management, Director of Commercial Operations.

Antony Imbriolo
Director of Field Services (Furniture Installation)

Antony Imbriolo has been with The Advance Group since 2017 and specializes in Furniture Installation Management. Antony has a background in Project management and estimating. He worked as a union carpenter for 17 years before retiring to a management position. 

Antony has experience working for furniture dealers, manufacturers and Fortune 500 companies. Antony was originally hired as a Senior Project Manager and is now Manager of our Furniture Installation division.

Sean Stradtner
Director of Florida Operations

Since 2016, Sean Stradtner’s problem-solving skills have allowed him to thrive under pressure and challenges in the complex Operations Department. In his six years with the company, Sean has quickly advanced through progressively more responsible roles.

In his COO role, Sean is excited to streamline operations and improve business efficiency every day. He believes in quality, respect, relationships, community involvement, and trust, which creates a cohesive team with high morale, all while best serving the client. In his off time, his interests include skiing, fishing, hunting, baseball, and football.

Randy Theel
Director of Fleet Management

A graduate of the Fork Union Military Academy, Randy Theel enjoys the fast pace in the moving industry. Staying busy in a moving and storage career for over 25 years, he has vast knowledge and experience to help grow the fleet and consistently increases moving quality.

As the official equipment hauler for the UCF Knights football team, he uses time outside of work to attend major sporting events, traveling, and doing aerial photography.

Mckenzie Smith
Director of Florida Administration & Accounting

Since joining Sorensen in 2013, McKenzie has built an impressive career, starting as a coordinator and gaining experience across customer service, operations, and accounting before stepping into her leadership role.

Since the Sorensen acquisition in 2023, McKenzie has played a key role in managing the Florida accounting team and overseeing administrative and HR functions. Her dedication and leadership help keep operations running smoothly, making a lasting impact on both her team and the company.

What she enjoys most? Collaborating with her team and working together to achieve success.

Outside of work, McKenzie is a wife and mother of two who loves spending time with family and reading in her free time.

Linda Zanette
Controller

With over 40 years of accounting experience, including 30 years in public accounting and more than a decade in private accounting, Linda brings expertise, precision, and leadership to our financial operations.

Since joining The Advance Group in 2015, Linda has been instrumental in ensuring financial accuracy and efficiency. Her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Adelphi University and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials are a testament to her dedication and excellence in the field.

Beyond her professional achievements, Linda finds joy in spending time with family, cooking, and baking—a true reminder that success is about both career and personal fulfillment.

Amber Baldwin
Manager of Customer Care (NY, NJ, FL Residential)

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Dave Crooks
Quality & Training Manager

David has been with The Advance Group since 1998 and has held just about every position on the operational side of the business: mover, owner-operator, project Manager, warehouse manager and dispatcher. 

Since Dave has navigated all these different roles, naturally he fits his current role perfectly as Quality Control & Training Manager. Dave is an essential part of our business and assists all operational departments in striving for the best in service.