Here at Junk King, we take a lot of pride in our widespread support for Veterans. Although November was National Veterans and Military Families Month, we’re proud to share the opportunities and spotlight we give to Veterans year-round.

We know how important it is to support Veterans owning businesses which is why we have a partnership with VetFran where we offer a 10% discount on Junk King franchising fees.

Hear from Melissa Michel, a U.S. Army Veteran and Co-owner of Junk King Boca Raton, on how her military skills translate to business and strengthen customer satisfaction.

“With my military background being so focused and career-oriented with attention to detail, and putting 150% into everything you do, so you really give it your all. That background, integrity, structure and pride carries along into the business,” Michel says. “Our customers just love that we go the extra mile and having that drive really goes a long way in the business.”

Aside from Veterans working in key roles at our home office and our several Veteran-owned franchise locations, our partnership with Military Makeover on Lifetime TV allows us to give back even further. On the most recent season of Military Makeover, we helped clear out and remodel the home of a former military medic. And with over 60% of the junk we removed being reused, recycled or donated, we get to feel good about where it’s going too.

As we continue support for Veterans year-round, we want to take a moment to thank the Veteran franchisees who are a part of the Junk King family: Tim Wren, Justin Harris, Marc Shudnow, Kimberly Prica, Daniel Graham, Melissa Michel, Michael Cassidy and Paul Hayes.