College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving Joins 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

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9 College HUNKS franchise locations have earned a spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving, the nationally recognized moving and junk removal brand, is proud to announce that 9 of its franchise locations have earned a spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies.

The Inc. 5000 ranks the nation’s most dynamic and successful independent businesses based on revenue growth, shining a spotlight on companies that are creating jobs, building communities, and driving the economy forward.

“We’re incredibly proud to see our franchise owners recognized this year,” said Nick Friedman, co-founder of College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving. “Their success comes from building great teams, staying true to our values and showing up for their communities every day. This recognition is a testament to the hard work, leadership and passion they bring to their businesses.”

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 a world increasingly driven by artificial intelligence, College HUNKS is thriving by doubling down on work rooted in human connection.

“Blue collar is becoming the new white collar,” Friedman said. “We’re seeing more college graduates and corporate professionals choose entrepreneurship in industries like moving because they offer something technology can’t replace: real human connection. It’s meaningful work that serves people during important moments in their lives, while also creating a strong path to long-term business growth.”

Founded more than 20 years ago by two college friends with a borrowed van, College HUNKS—short for Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable Service—has grown to nearly 200 franchise locations nationwide. Its mission to “Move the World” goes far beyond hauling boxes and furniture.

The company’s social impact includes:

6+ million meals donated through a partnership with U.S. Hunger (two meals for every job completed).
Free moves for domestic violence survivors transitioning to safe housing.
A mission to give junk a second life and keep it out of landfills by donating or recycling, supporting charitable thrift stores and nonprofits like Goodwill and Habitat for Humanity.

About College HUNKS Hauling Junk and Moving
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving^® was originally founded by two college buddies with a beat-up cargo van and is now approaching 200 franchises providing full-service tech-enabled residential and commercial moving, junk removal, donation pickups, and labor services in the United States as well as Canada. College H.U.N.K.S., which stands for Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable, Service, is a socially conscious, values-based organization and has a national partnership with U.S. Hunger, which strives to end childhood hunger. The brand was awarded the Community Hero award by U.S. Hunger in 2022. The company strives to become recognized as an iconic brand, renowned for its world-class company culture and service, while also providing a viable employment and franchise opportunity to pursue personal and professional fulfillment.

For more information, visit www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com.

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