A new family-owned business is helping companies and homeowners across the region solve space challenges with flexible, on-site storage solutions.
TALK Storage & Rentals, based in Sturgis, officially launched in 2025, offering 53-foot dry van storage trailers along with 20-foot and 40-foot shipping containers for rent or purchase. The company serves western Kentucky, southern Indiana and southern Illinois.
The name TALK is rooted in family. The initials represent the founding family members, reflecting the relationship-driven approach at the core of the business. The company is also 75% woman-owned, with leadership and daily operations managed by members of the family team.
On the commercial side, TALK provides 53-foot dry van storage trailers to manufacturers, warehouses, construction companies and retail operations needing additional space. The trailers are often used for overflow inventory, seasonal demand, renovation projects and temporary staging.
For residential customers, the company offers shipping containers that can be rented or purchased. Homeowners frequently use the containers for moving, remodeling projects, storm recovery and long-term storage.
“Containers provide a practical, secure and affordable on-site storage solution without the need for permanent construction,” owner Trey Hutchinson said.
From the beginning, the company built its business model around service as much as equipment. In addition to delivering trailers and containers, TALK maintains its fleet locally and provides maintenance services when needed.
“We take pride in not just delivering equipment, but standing behind it with responsive service,” he said.
The company began with 53-foot dry van storage trailers — an area where the founders already had experience — and focused on building a reliable fleet to serve local businesses. Maintenance and service were part of the plan from day one, ensuring customers had dependable support after delivery.
Since its launch, TALK’s trailer division has steadily expanded, and demand for shipping containers has remained strong. The company continues to reinvest in both trailers and container inventory to meet growing needs.
“Our growth has been intentional and steady, focused on expanding responsibly while maintaining strong customer relationships and consistent service,” Hutchison said.
While based in Sturgis, the company sees Owensboro as a key market.
“Owensboro has a strong industrial foundation and a growing business community, which makes it a natural fit for our services,” he said, noting the consistent demand created by manufacturers, construction companies and expanding local businesses.
They said launching in the Owensboro market aligned with their mission to provide locally managed equipment backed by responsive service.
“Businesses here value reliability and relationships, and that aligns with how we operate,” he said.
The company is a member of the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce and says it is committed to supporting the communities it serves.
At its core, TALK remains a hands-on, family operation. The current team consists entirely of family members, with owners directly involved in sales, customer service, delivery and maintenance.
“That hands-on approach allows us to stay connected to our customers and maintain a high level of accountability,” Hutchison said. “When someone calls TALK, they’re working directly with the people who own and operate the company.”
As the business grows, leaders say their focus will remain on reliability, responsiveness and building strong relationships throughout the tri-state.
Kristin Joiner, Alex Hunter, Lauren French and Trey Hutchison are the owners of TALK Storage & Rentals.
TALK Storage & Rentals can be reached at 270-952-9992, by email at TalkStoragerentals@outlook.com, or through its Facebook page, TALK Storage & Rentals.
The Chamber Member of the Week program is a Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce membership benefit. Founded in 1913, the Chamber has worked to provide valuable benefits and services to member businesses and individuals for over a century.
Today, with nearly 1,000 members, the Chamber is a guiding force in community and business development initiatives and serves as the center of business advocacy for the Greater Owensboro region.
To learn more about becoming the Chamber Member of the Week or inquire about Chamber membership, contact Kitty Jones, director of membership, at 270-926-1860 or kjones@owensboro.com.
By John Kirkpatrick The Owensboro Times