Re-thinking Waste Management Beyond Junk Removal with Barry Hartman (505-Junk) | EP64

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In this episode, James and Christian are joined by Barry Hartman, Co-Founder and CEO of 505-Junk. Fresh off two years of incredible growth, being named to the Globe and Mail's Top Growing Companies list and personally awarded top 40 under 40 by BIV, Barry is quick to return to his roots and the 505 origin story with Co-Founder Scott Foran. As a professional snowboarder, Barry developed a competitive spirit and drive that has translated to his success in the junk removal industry. He has built a powerhouse team of 45 employees along with Scott and their first full-time employee, now partner Alex Elsey and looks to further revolutionize the junk removal business beyond their pioneering pay-by-weight approach. With their most significant year of growth projected in 2023, the team at 505-Junk is poised to continue to make waves in the industry.

Barry Hartman is a visionary entrepreneur in the waste management space, known for building a team of incredible people aligned with his company's values. With a strong background in casting a vision, strategic planning, recruiting top talent, coaching, and marketing, Barry has been able to lead 505-Junk to success for the past ten years. Before entering the waste management industry, Barry was a professional snowboarder, where he developed a competitive spirit and drive that has translated to his success in business. Despite his many strengths, Barry remains focused on these key areas, dedicating 90% of his time to them to continuously improve and drive his company forward. With plans for significant growth in 2023, the team at 505-Junk, under Barry's leadership, is poised to continue to make waves in the industry.

505-Junk is Greater Vancouver’s leading junk removal company, with over 800 reviews online. Founded in 2011, 505-Junk specializes in commercial and residential junk removal, recycling, and waste diversion. Partners Barry Hartman, Scott Foran, and Alex Elsey have grown 505-Junk to over 40 full-time employees and ten 3-tonne trucks on the road daily. They are expected to increase revenue by 51% from 2022 to 2023.


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505-Junk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/505junk/
505-Junk Twitter: https://twitter.com/505junk

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