05/08/2026
Who is behind the wheel of Big Dawg? Meet Samuel Clark!
"I was born and raised in Delaware. For a short period, I lived in Maryland, where I started my career in restaurant management. I later moved back to Delaware, and shortly after my return, I was involved in a car accident that changed the course of my life. After years of physical therapy and recovery, I had to rethink what my future would look like.
What I now see as one of the best decisions of my life was becoming a licensed foster parent. That path led me to my son, someone I truly believe God placed in my life with purpose. Foster care has shaped how I see and treat every child I come in contact with. Through years of training and hands-on experience, I’ve worked with some of the most challenging cases in the foster care system, focusing on meeting children where they are and making a lasting positive impact.
I come from a family with deep roots in school bus contracting, with over 100 years of experience in the industry, so transportation has always been part of my foundation. Two years ago, I stepped into that legacy and built Big Dawg Transportation. In December 2024, we launched our first route serving the Indian River School District.
Today, I feel at home in this work, but I know there’s still more to build. My goal isn’t to be the biggest contractor, but to be the best. I want my team to feel supported, valued, and heard, and I want every student who steps onto one of our buses to feel safe, respected, and cared for.
This isn’t just a transportation company. It’s a commitment to people, to community, and to setting a higher standard for what service should feel like." - Samuel Clark
