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<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-hawkins-29b28b18b/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=army-national-guard-veteran-20-year-teacher-and-coach-and-jdog-junk-removal-hauling-franchisee-chad-hawkins-stands-out-in-kansas-city-2719697" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Chad Hawkins</a>, a Kansas City&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdogbrands.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=army-national-guard-veteran-20-year-teacher-and-coach-and-jdog-junk-removal-hauling-franchisee-chad-hawkins-stands-out-in-kansas-city-2719697#:~:text=JDog%20is%20a%20nationally%20recognized,%2C%20upholstery%2C%20and%20carpet%20cleaning." target="_blank" rel="nofollow">JDog Junk Removal &amp; Hauling</a> franchisee, has thoroughly embraced service his entire life. In 1990, he felt moved to serve his country and joined the Army National Guard. After nine years of service, he pursued a teaching degree. For the past 20 years, he has been an educator and coach, providing the mentorship and leadership to his own students that he so graciously received in his years as a college athlete. In 2018, he began pursuing yet another pathway to service.“I began to explore small business opportunities in 2018, and junk removal was at the top of my list because it does well during recessions,” he said. “When I came across&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdogbrands.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=army-national-guard-veteran-20-year-teacher-and-coach-and-jdog-junk-removal-hauling-franchisee-chad-hawkins-stands-out-in-kansas-city-2719697" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">JDog Brands</a>, it was an instant connection because of its commitment to Veterans.&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/jdogbrands">JDog</a>’s mission is to lower the Veteran unemployment rate below 1%, which aligns with my values.”Hawkins owns two territories — Parkville, Missouri and Overland Park, Kansas - of the nearly 300 unit brand. While growth is a clear goal, he says his biggest hope is to make a difference in the community.“What excites me most about JDog is the growth possibilities, not just financially but the growth opportunity to help the local community through volunteerism and donations. I was able to reconnect with a student while developing a relationship with the local homeless shelter, Hope Faith,” he added. “We try to take as much as possible from job sites and repurpose it so we can donate and help those in need throughout the community. My team is a mix of Veteran families, including my own son, and we all have a passion for giving back.”As he moves throughout the community, Hawkins says he is set apart by the JDog Brands motto: Veteran-owned and operated. As a Veteran who served his country, he is proud of this opportunity to serve his own local community on a more personal level.And connecting with the people is a huge piece of the business.“This journey with JDog has taught me to take life one day at a time and slow down to enjoy the little things,” he explained. “People really appreciate it when we slow down and actually have a conversation with them. It’s been a great journey so far, and we are excited about the future.” The total investment necessary to begin the operation of a JDog Junk Removal &amp; Hauling ranges from $30,000 to $110,000, including a $35,000 franchise fee. For more information on franchising with JDog Brands, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdogbrands.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=army-national-guard-veteran-20-year-teacher-and-coach-and-jdog-junk-removal-hauling-franchisee-chad-hawkins-stands-out-in-kansas-city-2719697" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.jdogbrands.com/</a>.

Army National Guard Veteran, 20-Year Teacher and Coach, and JDog Junk Removal & Hauling Franchisee Chad Hawkins Stands Out in Kansas City

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After serving in the Army National Guard and providing mentorship and coaching to students, Hawkins found yet another way to serve. With two trucks serving the Kansas City metro, he plans to add a third in the near future. 

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