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profile: JDog Junk Removal & Hauling
Spotlight on JDog Junk Removal & Hauling franchisee Bryan Lindley:
Setting the standard for franchise success What it takes to be a model franchisee Bryan Lindley opened his JDog Junk Removal & Hauling franchise in 2015 in Central Rhode Island with one employee (his daughter Jesse), one truck, one trailer, and big dreams. His goals: Never get a negative review, and put the competition out of business. In the five years since, he’s accomplished that and so much more.
Respect. Integrity. Trust. For JDog Brands, these three words are more than a company motto. They’re the very foundation of our organization. The basic tenets that guide our business model and motivate our franchisees across the country. Franchising USA
And so each year, we look for franchisees who have gone above and beyond in conducting themselves with Respect, Integrity, and Trust, and select one to receive the JDog of the Year award. We look for franchisees who have kept a positive demeanor in the face of hardship, exhibited outstanding work ethic and passion, and exceeded expectations in helping their fellow franchise owners. This year, we were honored to present the award to Bryan Lindley, a 10-year Air Force Veteran and JDog Junk Removal & Hauling owner who exemplifies the attributes of a model franchisee and fully embodies what it is to be a JDog.
In early 2020, after adding to his fleet (gaining two trucks and two trailers), increasing his workforce (to three Veterans and two military family members; his daughter continues to grow the business with him), and building a reputation for service (as of this writing, JDog Junk Removal & Hauling Rhode Island has yet to receive anything less than a 5-star review), Bryan decided to expand. He purchased two additional territories in Rhode Island, becoming the first JDog franchisee to take ownership of an entire state. Things were looking good. Then the COVID-19 pandemic hit, sending the economy into a tailspin and crippling many small businesses. But as a Veteran, Bryan was trained to rise in the face of adversity. With perseverance, a commitment to Veteran values, and a whole lot of grit, Bryan has been able to keep his entire workforce employed and maintain relationships with the communities he serves. And while the coronavirus will continue to
