Strategic Move Enhances Professional Infrastructure for Administrators, Coaches, and Staff
College.town, the premier professional resources and intelligence hub for leaders in collegiate athletics, announced today it has acquired a controlling interest in D1.relocation, the industry-leading relocation service for college athletics and higher education. This move expands College.town’s comprehensive portfolio by adding a vital service that addresses the human element of a professional’s career journey.
D1.relocation was born from the lived experience of coaches and administrators in our industry. The company provides a dedicated Director of Relocation Operations (DORO)—a single point of advocacy that handles the extensive logistics of a move so leaders can focus on leading. From vetting moving estimates to coordinating utility setups, D1.relocation ensures a first-class impression for every hire.
“In conversations with leaders at all levels, it has become clear that while the industry is evolving at breakneck speed, one critical area remains stuck in the past,” said Matt Roberts, founder and CEO of College.town. “There’s often a ‘that’s just how it’s always been done’ mentality that expects elite professionals to ‘DIY’ their own cross-country move without any disruption to their work productivity. We are stepping up to help the industry address this critical need and ensure our people are supported to the fullest.”
The acquisition immediately scales D1.relocation’s capabilities, expanding services to include NIL-related student-athlete transitions, team equipment trucking, and facilities movement.
“This is a pivotal moment for our industry,” said Ernest Firth III, COO of D1.relocation. “By joining the College.town portfolio, our ability to provide a first-class impression for every new hire is greatly enhanced. We are here to eliminate the ‘DIY’ life reset that has traditionally plagued our colleagues and their families.”
The expanded suite of services includes:
- Relocation Policy Consulting & Program Management: Reviewing current policies and providing recommendations to improve services and program spending.
- Real Estate Solutions: Assisting with selling and buying a home, as well as securing short-term rentals or leases. Connecting clients with seasoned mortgage lenders to identify potential mortgage options, including the potential to earn a 0.4% non-taxable cash rebate when buying or selling a home through our expert network.
- Vetted Moving Network: Providing 2–3 competitive estimates from strictly vetted, corporate-tier carriers to ensure priority capacity.
- Discard & Donate: Hands-on assistance to sort, purge, and declutter a home prior to the move, managing all logistics for donations or hauling.
- Amenities Services: Setting up essential home services like Wi-Fi, cable, electricity, water, and trash.
- “Quick Start” Settle-In Service: Professional organizers who unpack and organize high-priority rooms so families can sleep in their own beds and have breakfast together right away.
- Individualized Vetting: Expert guidance on finding the right school districts, physicians, and household partners in a new community.
- NIL & Program Logistics: Specialized support for student-athlete housing transitions and team equipment trucking.
D1.relocation serves leaders in two distinct avenues:
- For the Department – Create a First-Class First Impression: By becoming an institutional partner, you ensure every new hire arrives feeling fully supported and ready to be at their best at work and at home. We’ve removed the barriers so you can focus on building your program, not managing suppliers, claims for broken and delayed items, or reimbursements.
- For the Individual – Closing the Support Gap: If you are an individual navigating a move without a comprehensive departmental package, you’re no longer on your own. Work with D1.relocation directly to secure the advocacy you deserve.
To encourage new partnerships and solve the onboarding gap immediately, D1.relocation services are available at no additional investment for all new institutional partners. CLICK HERE to schedule a consultation to see how D1.relocation can help simplify your transition.
Coaches and staff: If you know a move is likely for you personally, don’t wait for the chaos to start. CLICK HERE to schedule a pre-decision, no-obligation strategy call today. The earlier the plan, the easier the landing.
About College.town
College.town is the premier professional resources hub for leaders in collegiate athletics, unifying a portfolio including D1.ticker, CollegeSports.jobs, and D1.dossiers. College.town is dedicated to powering the people who power college sports.
About D1.relocation
D1.relocation is the dedicated advocate for the college athletics community, providing a full suite of turnkey relocation services. By acting as a Director of Relocation Operations (DORO), D1.relocation simplifies the transition for coaches, administrators, and their families.