Former Army Captain with 7 years of service, including a tour in Afghanistan, now owns Cavalry Junk Removal. I serve as a Cub Scout master.
Help me become the Entrepreneur of Impact, appear in Forbes magazine, and win $25,000!
What is the Entrepreneur of Impact?
Learn MoreMy inspiration to pursue my entrepreneurial dreams with Cavalry Junk Removal comes from my wife and kids. For years, I was an employee like my parents, who came to the U.S. as migrant workers. My family has seen the challenges of my transition to business ownership—the stress and the rewards. My wife handles marketing, and my kids help me run the business while learning about entrepreneurship. Leaving my job was tough, but now I can teach my kids lessons about creating and operating a bus
How do you stay motivated?I stay motivated by focusing on my family, long-term goals, and the progress I’ve made. Attending leadership seminars and reading books keeps me inspired and helps me grow. I stay energized by maintaining a routine, staying active, and celebrating small wins. My Army experience taught me resilience and adaptability, which I apply daily. Most importantly, the support of my wife and kids keeps me grounded and driven to continue building something meaningful.
What would you do with the $25,000?1. Equipment Upgrades/ Maintenance ($8,000) - $4,000: Purchase Utility Trailer - $2,000: Motor Maintenance on Utility Truck - $2,000: Repair Lift Gate on Box Truck 2. Marketing and Advertising ($7,000) -$2,000: Wrap Business Info on Box Truck -$5,000: Google, Facebook Adds & Improve SEO on Website. 3. Training & Development ($3,000) - Attend Entrepeneur, Advertising, and Leadership Development Training. -Attend Junk Removal Conference 4. Operating Expenses ($7,000) -Support Sales from
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