What started in 2007 as a single 1-800-GOT-JUNK? franchise in Kansas City has evolved into one of the most respected and fastest-growing names in the home services industry. Today, Southwind operates more than 50 locations across the U.S. and Canada, with a team of 1,500+ people who share a common commitment to excellence and community impact.
Guided by founders Tyler Staszak and Josh Herron, Southwind has built a powerhouse portfolio of leading service brands:
🔹 1-800-GOT-JUNK?
🔹 You Move Me
🔹 Fountain Comfort Group
🔹 DreamLawn
🔹 Shack Shine
What sets Southwind apart is not only the scale of its operations but its people-first culture. The company is as passionate about developing careers as it is about delivering services. By investing in training, mentorship, and leadership development, Southwind equips its team members with the tools to grow into future business leaders and entrepreneurs.
This focus on empowerment and growth has fueled rapid expansion and earned Southwind industry recognition, including:
🥇 2023 Best Places to Work
🥇 Ingram’s Magazine 100 Fastest Growing Companies
🥇 Kansas City Business Journal Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies
At its core, Southwind’s mission is simple yet transformative: to build people, brands, and communities. Through innovation, leadership, and service, Southwind is redefining the home services industry while creating lasting impact in every community it touches.