Our story
A family-owned Connecticut business serving local residents and businesses since 2003.
In December 2000, sisters Kim Maxson and Lynn Hardell started a freight business in a small office at historic Slater Mill in Jewett City. People passing by would stop in to ask about their services. Those conversations led to the idea of a retail shipping and business center.
Two Sisters opened its retail store on July 8, 2003. When Lynn moved on to another venture, Kim continued growing the business into a place where local residents and businesses could come for help.
Kim’s son Jeff helped around the store while growing up and later took on day-to-day operations as the business expanded to Groton. In 2020, Lynn’s son Luke joined the team, continuing the next generation of Two Sisters.
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The people behind the counter
Co-owner
Kim has grown Two Sisters from its early days into the family business it is today. Working alongside Jeff and Luke is one of her favorite parts of running the company.
Outside work, she enjoys traveling and spending time with family, especially her grandson. Her past jobs have included a trash-to-energy plant, a radio station, and tagging Canadian geese with the Department of Environmental Protection.
Co-owner
Jeff grew up around Two Sisters and has worked full-time here since graduating high school in June 2019. He now manages operations across the company.
He enjoys solving problems, from complicated print jobs to challenging shipments. Away from work, he spends time with Lauren and Ryder, pictured here, and enjoys video games.
Warehouse & Auction Manager
Lynn’s son Luke joined the team in 2020, continuing the family connection. He works in the stores and coordinates oversized shipments, local pickups and deliveries, and warehouse operations.
When he is off the clock, he enjoys traveling, barbecuing, smoking meats, and relaxing on the back deck.
Two Sisters team
Corrine joined Two Sisters in October 2018. She values the family atmosphere and the support she finds among her coworkers.
Outside work, she enjoys being outdoors, working in the yard, and going to baseball games.
Two Sisters team
Raymond has been part of the team since March 2022. His sense of humor helps keep things light for coworkers and customers.
He enjoys sports and fixing things, and is always ready for a hands-on challenge.
Two Sisters team
Maira has been with Two Sisters since 2013. Her favorite part of the job is the daily connection with customers and coworkers.
She makes mosaic birdhouses from reclaimed glass and enjoys antique hunting. A cross-country camping trip to Alaska gave her the chance to collect rocks and other treasures along the way.
Graphic specialist
Geno works with our team as our graphic specialist.
A thank-you to the people who have been part of the Two Sisters story.
Former team member
Hannah joined Two Sisters in October 2024 and brought a warm, upbeat spirit to the store. We’re grateful for her kindness, her willingness to help, and the time she spent as part of our team.
Thank you, Hannah—we wish you all the best in what comes next!
Former team member
Nic joined Two Sisters in 2018 to help get our Groton store started. With his goofy sense of humor, he always brought some fun to the team.
We’re grateful for his part in getting Groton off the ground—and for all the laughs along the way.
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