Why College HUNKS Was Named a Top Franchise for Veterans in 2025 — And Why More Veterans Are Becoming Franchise Owners
Why College HUNKS Was Named a Top Franchise for Veterans in 2025 — A Few Words From Our Vets
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® has once again been recognized for its commitment to supporting veteran entrepreneurship—earning a spot on Entrepreneur’s 2025 Top Franchises for Veterans list. This recognition highlights something we’ve known for years: military veterans thrive in the College HUNKS franchise system.
In fact, roughly 15% of all College HUNKS franchise owners are U.S. military veterans, and more join our network every year. From our mission-driven culture to our structured systems and leadership-focused environment, College HUNKS continues to be a top choice for veterans looking to transition into business ownership.
If you're a veteran exploring what’s next, here’s why so many former service members are choosing the College HUNKS franchise opportunity—and why this ranking matters.
Veteran Perspective: “Nothing but Advantages”
In a recent interview, a veteran College HUNKS franchise owner from Wilmington, North Carolina shared why military experience gives veterans a major advantage in franchising:
“A lot of folks ask me what advantages or disadvantages come with being a military veteran. I see really nothing but advantages because we are so regimented. We believe in being on time, we treat people with respect—it’s all about systems management.”
This alignment between military order and franchise systems is a key success driver:
“Anybody that's operated in the military understands the key phrase ‘standard operating procedures.’ When you create SOPs for your business—which College HUNKS has—you bring your military experience to the table and build the same infrastructure we had in the military.”
He goes on to explain how veterans naturally build leadership structures inside their businesses:
“You build that chain of command, you use the chain of command, and you can actually create a very successful business.”
Perhaps the most powerful insight is how military experience elevates a franchisee’s execution:
“The fact of the matter is, you don’t do all the things yourself—you create the system. Your interpretation and execution of that system take it to a whole new level. That makes a big difference for everybody involved.”
Veterans bring a mindset that turns good systems into great performance—making franchise ownership a natural next step.
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Why Veterans Excel as College HUNKS Franchise Owners
Veterans bring strengths that map naturally to successful franchise leadership:
Operational discipline
Team leadership and development
Strong communication
Strategic decision-making
Mission-focused execution
These qualities align directly with our brand promise and core values—Building Leaders, Always Branding, Creating a Fun, Safe, Winning Team, and Listen, Fulfill & Delight.
When veterans join College HUNKS, they step into a proven business model that rewards structure, people leadership, and service. Our system is engineered to help franchise owners scale quickly while maintaining high-quality standards through detailed playbooks, coaching, training, and ongoing support.
A Veteran Success Story: Cliff Sabo
One powerful example is U.S. Navy veteran Cliff Sabo, who served for 22 years as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician before transitioning into entrepreneurship. After disarming hundreds of bombs around the world, Cliff looked for a purpose-driven mission he could devote himself to.
He found that with College HUNKS.
“College HUNKS stood out because their mission is to Move the World—literally and figuratively. Helping people through the stress of moving gives me a real sense of purpose.” — Cliff Sabo, Veteran Franchise Owner
Cliff now owns a thriving location in Destin, Florida, where he leads a team, builds community relationships, and makes a measurable difference each day.
Why College HUNKS Is a Top Franchise for Veterans
Beyond recognition from Entrepreneur Media, College HUNKS is uniquely positioned as a top franchise for military veterans because of its:
1. Structured Systems & Proven Processes
From your first welcome call to launch day and beyond, we provide detailed operational playbooks, software systems, scheduling tools, hiring models, and performance coaching. Veterans appreciate clear expectations and repeatable systems—and our franchise system is built on exactly that.
2. Comprehensive Training & Coaching
Each franchise owner receives:
One-on-one business coaching
Dedicated marketing coaching
Access to national and local marketing playbooks
Full operational training at our Tampa HQ
A national call center booking jobs for you
Pre-opening onboarding and hiring support
3. Dual Revenue Streams
Franchisees aren’t buying one business—they’re stepping into two high-demand service lines:
Full-service moving
Junk removal
This dual model drives year-round demand and resilience across economic cycles.
4. Recession- & Automation-Resistant Business
As our franchise materials highlight, junk removal and moving services cannot be automated or outsourced. People will always need help moving the things they want and removing the things they don’t.
This makes College HUNKS one of the most stable investments in franchising today.
5. A Purpose-Driven Culture That Feels Familiar
Veterans often tell us they “find their tribe” again with College HUNKS.
Our culture is built on:
Service
Leadership
Accountability
Community impact
We donate two meals per completed job through U.S. Hunger, recycle or donate up to 70% of items we haul, and support survivors of domestic violence with free moves.
6. $7,500 VetFran Discount
To support our service members, we offer a $7,500 discount on the franchise fee for qualified veterans.
A Business Model That Delivers Real Results
According to our 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), franchise owners averaged $1.45 million in annual gross revenue, with top performers exceeding $3 million.
New franchisees benefit from:
National brand recognition
A 350,000+ jobs/year national booking center
National account partnerships
Multi-channel marketing support
Protected territories
A network of franchisees who support one another
It’s why so many veterans say owning a College HUNKS franchise gives them both purpose and profit.
Why Entrepreneur Recognized Us — And Why It Matters
Earning a place on Entrepreneur’s 2025 Top Franchises for Veterans list signals to veteran entrepreneurs that College HUNKS delivers:
High franchisee satisfaction
Strong financial performance
Predictable training and onboarding
Supportive culture
Long-term viability
Real opportunity for leadership and impact
This award reinforces what our veteran owners already know: This is a franchise where veterans succeed.
Are You a Veteran Exploring Franchise Ownership?
If you’re transitioning to civilian life or looking for the next chapter in your career, College HUNKS may be the right fit if you:
Enjoy building teams and developing people
Want a business with purpose and clearly defined processes
Prefer a system that supports you every step of the way
Want the stability of essential services
Value a brand that gives back to your community
Whether you're active-duty, retired, or a veteran exploring entrepreneurship, we invite you to learn more.
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