Brian Scudamore

Brian Scudamore is a prominent Canadian entrepreneur, author and philanthropist. He is best known for founding 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, an international junk removal and moving company, in 1989. Throughout his career, Scudamore has received dozens of awards and recognition from Canadian and international organizations including the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year and the S&P/TSX Venture 50.

Scudamore began his career in Vancouver, Canada, when his entrepreneurial spirit drove him to take out a loan to buy his first truck and start a junk removal business. Initially dubbed “The Rubbish Boys”, the venture later evolved into 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, which today has become the largest junk removal company in the world and is present in three countries.

In 2004, Scudamore published his first book, titled, “Making It Big: 8 Key Principles for Creating and Sustaining a Multimillion-Dollar Business”. Part autobiography, part business advice, the book offers insight into Scudamore’s strategies for success, as well as his thoughts on leading a business in the 21st century. He is a regular contributor to numerous publications, including Inc. and Forbes, and often appears on television, radio and other media outlets.

Scudamore is also a philanthropist. He is the founder of the 1-800-GOT-JUNK? M.O.V.E. Foundation, which provides scholarships to young entrepreneurs. The foundation is active in three countries and has helped hundreds of individuals to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. In addition, Scudamore participated in the OneCycle program created to help cure Dr. Christopher Reeve’s paralysis.

Brian Scudamore is a role model to many and an inspiration to entrepreneurs around the world. His leadership skills and his commitment to making the world a better place are admirable. This successful businessman has shown that anyone can make their dreams come true with hard work and dedication.

Scudamore’s book, “Making It Big”, provides readers with an inside look at his journey from a small-town business owner to CEO of a multi-million dollar company. The book is filled with anecdotes, advice and a no-nonsense attitude on what it takes to build a successful business.

At its core, “Making It Big” is about how one man took an idea and ran with it to create an empire. Scudamore doesn’t hold back in his memoir and his passion for the 1-800-GOT-JUNK? brand shines through in every page. For anyone looking for the motivation and inspiration necessary to take the first steps in pursuit of a big dream, this book offers great advice and guidance.