Meet Francis and Kevin McGill, The Junkluggers 2025 Franchise of the Year

Francis and Kevin McGill, from The Junkluggers of Nassau County, NY, were named Franchise of the Year earlier this year at the Indoor Brands Conference.

The Franchise of the Year award recognizes The Junkluggers franchise that delivers outstanding operational performance and consistently embodies the core values that define the brand.

The team in Nassau County leads with integrity, invests in their team, supports fellow owners, and serves as a model of what it means to be a true steward of The Junkluggers brand.

The team—who both started as Luggers—has continued to work with the corporate team on how they can improve, even when they are seeing impressive numbers. They have set the standard for what success and leadership should look like.

Following the award recognition, we spoke with Kevin McGill to hear more about his experience as a franchise owner with The Junkluggers. Check out the Q&A below to hear more from her.

How many years have you been a franchise owner with your brand?

13 Years

What was your professional background before becoming a franchise owner?
I went from College Grad to a Lugger to a general manager.

What do you feel has been the biggest benefit of being part of a franchise?

Brand building, brand awareness, reputation management, and community.

What support from Authority Brands has been most impactful to your business?

Peer support, guidance, and motivation.

What do you credit your success to?

Consistency, teamwork, and high effort.

What advice would you give to someone considering joining a franchise?

Be prepared to positively represent your brand through your business operation.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work?

Traveling, time with family, and recreation activities like sports and biking.

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