18 Sep From College Hustle to $300 Million Empire with Nick Friedman

From College Hustle to $300 Million Empire: The Culture-Driven Leader Who’s Moving the World

With special guest: Nick Friedman | Co-Founder & President of College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving | Bestselling Author | Purpose-Driven Entrepreneur

He didn’t just start a company – he started a movement. Nick Friedman co-founded College H.U.N.K.S. with a beat-up cargo van and a bold idea. Today, it’s a $300 million franchise empire with 250+ locations nationwide – built on culture, purpose, and service.

This episode isn’t just about scaling a business. It’s about leading with values, building people-first organizations, and proving that hustle and heart can change industries – and communities.

Discussion Points

• From Side Hustle to National Brand
  How Nick and his best friend turned a college gig into one of America’s fastest-growing franchise systems.
• Culture as Currency
  Why “Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable Service” became more than a tagline – it’s the DNA of a purpose-driven company.
• Media Spotlight
  Lessons from the spotlight of Shark Tank, Oprah, and Undercover Boss – and how to stay authentic while scaling.
• Leadership Without Limits
  How purpose, joy, and resilience fuel entrepreneurial success that lasts.

About the Guest

Nick Friedman is co-founder and president of College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving, one of the most recognized and awarded franchise brands in America. He’s a bestselling author of Effortless Entrepreneur, Inc. Top 30 Under 30 honoree, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year winner, and frequent media guest featured on Shark Tank, Oprah, CNN, and Undercover Boss.

With a mission “To Move the World,” Nick leads with culture, purpose, and impact – showing leaders and entrepreneurs everywhere what it takes to scale with heart.

📌 Save the date: September 24, 2025 @ 12 PM EST
🎥 Streaming LIVE on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube

Invite a colleague. Bring your team. This is a masterclass in hustle, culture, and leadership you don’t want to miss.

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