What began in 2010 with nothing more than a Ford Bronco, a motorcycle trailer, and boundless determination has transformed into one of Kentucky's most respected moving companies. Raleigh "RJ" Bruner, a University of Kentucky MBA graduate, initially viewed moving as a temporary summer gig to stay fit while earning extra income after helping his sister Elisabeth move into her college dorm. This casual beginning quickly revealed a significant gap in the market that Bruner was uniquely positioned to fill. For nearly fifteen years, Wildcat Moving has revolutionized the Kentucky moving industry by adhering to three fundamental principles: punctuality, quality workmanship, and fair pricing. While competitors relied on fancy trucks and elaborate websites, Bruner focused on service excellence and customer satisfaction—a strategy that has paid remarkable dividends. What truly distinguishes Wildcat Moving is not just their impressive evolution from a single vehicle to a fleet of twenty-four moving trucks and eight marketing vehicles, but their pioneering legal battle that transformed the entire industry. When established moving companies attempted to prevent Wildcat from operating without a "certificate of necessity"—an antiquated regulatory tool that stifled competition—Bruner refused to surrender. Partnering with the Pacific Legal Foundation, he successfully challenged this anti-competitive practice, resulting in a federal judge declaring it unconstitutional. This landmark legal victory opened doors for numerous moving companies to enter the marketplace, fostering fair competition and better services throughout Kentucky. Today, Wildcat Moving continues its community-focused approach while maintaining the same core values that drove its initial success. Under Bruner's leadership, the company has expanded to include specialized services through sister company Ladycat Packing & Organizing, and Wildcat Van Lines for long-distance relocations anywhere in the continental United States. With multiple storage facilities in Lexington and Nicholasville, they offer comprehensive moving solutions while remaining true to their founding vision of providing exceptional service at reasonable rates.
