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A total of 9 College HUNKS franchise locations have secured a place on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List, which recognizes America’s fastest-growing private companies.
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving, the well-known national moving and junk removal brand, is thrilled to reveal that nine of its franchise outlets have been included in the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies.
The Inc. 5000 evaluates the country’s most dynamic and successful independent businesses using revenue growth, casting a spotlight on enterprises that generate employment, strengthen communities, and propel economic progress.
“We take enormous pride in witnessing our franchise owners receive this recognition this year,” remarked Nick Friedman, co‑founder of College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving. “Their achievements stem from assembling strong teams, adhering to our core principles, and showing up every day for the communities they serve. This honor reflects the dedication, leadership, and enthusiasm they bring to their operations.”
College HUNKS Locations on the 2026 Inc. 5000:
Houston Rank: #3037 Growth: 101%
Asheville Rank: #4237 Growth: 51%
Macomb County Rank: #4360 Growth: 47%
Fairfield NJ Rank: #4793 Growth: 26%
Chelmsford Rank: #4856 Growth: 22%
Richmond Rank: #4901 Growth: 18%
Grand Rapids Rank: #4952 Growth: 15%
Hampton Roads Rank: #4961 Growth: 15%
Kalamazoo Rank: #4973 Growth: 14%
In an era where artificial intelligence is becoming ubiquitous, College HUNKS is flourishing by emphasizing labor that depends on genuine human interaction.
“Blue‑collar work is emerging as the new white‑collar path,” Friedman said. “We are observing a growing number of college graduates and corporate professionals venturing into entrepreneurship within industries such as moving, because these fields offer something technology cannot replicate: authentic human connection. It is meaningful work that assists people during pivotal life events, while simultaneously building a solid route to sustained business expansion.”
Founded more than two decades ago by two college friends using a borrowed van, College HUNKS—an acronym for Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable Service—has expanded to nearly 200 franchise sites across the country. Its goal to “Move the World” extends well beyond transporting boxes and furniture.
The company’s social impact initiatives include:
6+ million meals donated through a partnership with U.S. Hunger (two meals for each job completed).
Free moving services for survivors of domestic violence who are moving to safe housing.
A commitment to giving discarded items a second life and diverting them from landfills through donations or recycling, supporting charitable thrift stores and nonprofits such as Goodwill and Habitat for Humanity.
About College HUNKS Hauling Junk and Moving
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® was initially founded by two college buddies using a worn‑out cargo van and now approaches 200 franchises offering full‑service, tech‑enabled residential and commercial moving, junk removal, donation pickups, and labor services throughout the United States and Canada. College H.U.N.K.S., which stands for Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable, Service, is a socially conscious, values‑driven organization and maintains a national partnership with U.S. Hunger, which aims to eliminate childhood hunger. The brand received the Community Hero award from U.S. Hunger in 2022. The company strives to become recognized as an iconic brand, known for its world‑class culture and service, while also providing a viable employment and franchise opportunity for those pursuing personal and professional fulfillment.
For additional information, visit www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com.
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