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title: "Longtime Pak Mail in Battle Creek, Michigan Transitions to New Ownership After 30 Years of Service"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/b10ddabb-5854-400c-93a9-4a5f2dd3decf
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20260928_longtime_pak_mail_in_battle_creek_michigan_transitions_to_new_ownership_aft.html
category: "Shipping & print"
industry: "Business Services"
segment: "Shipping & print"
published: 2026-09-28T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T14:43:12.399Z
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# Longtime Pak Mail in Battle Creek, Michigan Transitions to New Ownership After 30 Years of Service

**TL;DR:** The Pak Mail location in Battle Creek, Michigan has changed ownership after 30 years, with Andy McClish taking over. Annex Brands, the franchisor of Pak Mail, has announced the successful transfer of ownership.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2026-09-28. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20260928_longtime_pak_mail_in_battle_creek_michigan_transitions_to_new_ownership_aft.html).*

## Story

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 28, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Annex Brands, Inc. is pleased to announce the successful transfer of ownership of an existing Pak Mail location in Battle Creek, Michigan to new owner Andy McClish. This transition to new ownership ensures that the community will benefit from the essential Shipping and Office Services provided by this Pak Mail location for the past 30 years.

Located at 30 Columbia Avenue East, Suite F1 in Battle Creek, Michigan, the Pak Mail location offers shipping with UPS, FedEx, USPS, and DHL, along with Expert Packing Services, Private Mailbox Rentals, Notary Services, and Printing Services.

"What attracted me to this Pak Mail location was its long history of serving Battle Creek and the relationships it has built within the community since 1996," said McClish. "I look forward to continuing that legacy while introducing more customers to the specialized freight-shipping solutions we offer. Whether it's a business shipment, equipment, furniture or other oversized items, our team is committed to providing expert packing, shipping and freight services backed by exceptional customer care."

Annex Brands, the franchisor of Pak Mail has a long-standing reputation for excellence in the franchising industry.

"The longevity of this Pak Mail location speaks volumes about the value it has provided to the Battle Creek community over the years," said Patrick Edd, Chief Executive Officer & President of Annex Brands. "As shipping needs continue to evolve, freight services remain an important area of opportunity for both consumers and businesses. We are excited to see new ownership build on the center's strong reputation while helping even more customers take advantage of Pak Mail's expertise in freight, packing and logistics solutions."

Headquartered in San Diego, CA, Annex Brands has provided business ownership opportunities since 1985 and licenses and franchises locations across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Its brands include PostalAnnex, Pak Mail, AIM Mail Centers, Postal Connections, Parcel Plus, Sunshine Pack & Ship, Navis Pack & Ship, and Handle With Care Packaging Store.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Retail (sector)
- franchise location (topic)
- new ownership (topic)
- business transition (topic)
- ownership transfer (topic)
- shipping services (topic)
- Annex Brands, Inc. (company)
- Patrick Edd (person)
- Pak Mail (company)
- Andy McClish (person)
- Battle Creek, Michigan (location)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20260928_longtime_pak_mail_in_battle_creek_michigan_transitions_to_new_ownership_aft.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/b10ddabb-5854-400c-93a9-4a5f2dd3decf).