The Commercial Painting Podcast
Commercial painting professionals and business owners! Are you looking for a place where you can sharpen your skills, find fresh insights, and get a pulse on the industry across the country? You found it. Listen in as David Chism and Aaron Moore discuss relevant commercial painting topics: marketing, sales, hiring, business development, technology, and more. They'll interview key thought leaders from across the country as well, each bringing a unique skillset and perspective to the discussion.
Episodes
FEATURED GUEST
John Bryant
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In this episode of the Commercial Painting Podcast, we have John Bryant from PaintScout, who shares his journey from an unexpected start in the painting industry to developing the PaintScout software.
John discusses the critical role of sales in painting and the importance of data-driven decisions. He reveals insights from PaintScout's analysis of top-performing sales reps, emphasizing the value...
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Rob Brown
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In this episode of the Commercial Painting Podcast, we delve into the transformative power of leadership with special guest Rob Brown, former Chief Executive of Scripps Green Hospital in San Diego, California.
From his early days growing up in San Diego to his distinguished career in healthcare administration, Rob shares invaluable insights into leadership, change management, and the journey to excel...
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Jason Parker
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In this episode of the Commercial Painting Podcast, we dive deep into the journey of Jason Parker, founder of Performance Painting in Jacksonville, Florida.
From humble beginnings to scaling a successful painting business, Jason shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey. We explore pivotal moments, like landing a massive project to rebrand gas stations along the Eastern seaboard, and the ch...
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Dwain DeVille
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In this episode of the Commercial Painting Podcast, we sit down with Dwain DeVille, founder of the The CEO Ride. A seasoned entrepreneur, author, and avid biker, Dwain brings over 30 years of boardroom experience to the table, offering a no-nonsense approach that drives real results for businesses.
Drawing from his extensive experience, Dwain delves into whether entrepreneurs possess an inherent k...
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Gary Gray
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In today’s episode of The Commercial Painting Podcast, we sit down with Gary Gray, Chairman of Graydaze Contracting and the founder of ESOP Consulting Group.
Gary shares his journey in the painting business and his decision to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), emphasizing the importance of culture, key decision-making, and project focus.
He shares ESOP benefits like tax advantages and...
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Justin Ullman
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In this episode of The Commercial Painting Podcast, we had the honor of hosting Justin Ullman, Founder and CEO of Rhinodox. Rhinodox is revolutionizing the contracting landscape with its pioneering cloud-based estimating and bid software.
Justin explains how Rhinodox streamlines the proposal and bidding processes, empowering painters to use data to pinpoint the optimal opportunities for securing ...
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Chuck Franks
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In this episode of the Commercial Painting Podcast, we talk with Chuck Franks, the Midwest General Manager at PPG Industries, about the recent news that PPG is considering selling its U.S. and Canada paints business.
Additionally, Chuck shares insights from his experiences in high school and college football, underscoring the valuable skills and principles he gained during his athletic career.
Chuc...
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Jim Kaloutas
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In today’s episode, we sat down with Kaloutas Painting president Jim Kaloutas about how to figure out which jobs are worth your time and effort, and which ones aren't.
Jim shares some practical advice on how to decide which projects will bring in the most money and which ones might not be worth pursuing. He also talks about how to work effectively with growing companies, collaborate with other ...
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Mike Stanley
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In today’s exciting episode of the Commercial Painting Podcast, Mike Stanley, the executive director of the Commercial Painting Industry Association, shares about the upcoming 2024 CPIA Leadership Conference in Austin, TX, at Omni Barton Creek Resort from October 20 to October 23.
Painters will have the opportunity to attend panel and roundtable discussions with peers, allowing them to tap into a w...
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Craig Bundren
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In today’s episode we invite you to delve into the insightful world of Craig Bundren, the President of Bundren Painting, as he unravels the transformative advantages of incorporating outsourced virtual estimators into your commercial painting business strategy. Tune in as Craig sheds light on the revolutionary impact of engaging skilled professionals from the Philippines through the cutting-edge p...
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Jason Moorhouse
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In today’s episode, we sit down with Jason Moorhouse, the President of Moorhouse Coating, to uncover the key elements of hiring and managing a successful sales team. Jason emphasizes the pivotal role of providing clear pricing structures to salespeople, enabling them to harness their skills more effectively. By arming the team with comprehensive pricing information, businesses can empower their ...
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Rick Williams
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In today’s episode, Williams Professional Painting president Rick Williams shares how he got started in painting churches, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and inspirations that shape this specialized field.
From the importance of team expertise to the value of good referrals, Rick provides insights into the unique aspects of transforming sacred spaces with a painter's touch...
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Ian Siegner
David Wiersum
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In today’s episode Siegner and Company Commercial Painting's President, Ian Siegner, and Superintendent, David Wiersum, share their profound insights on cultivating enduring and meaningful connections with the local community.Ian also unpack his experience building relationships in the painting industry, which resulted in a long term relationship with the Painter Unions in the Por...
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Matt Callero
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In today’s episode, Paint Blue founder Matt Callero dive into the game-changing strategies that have proven effective in harnessing the power of the professional networking platform LinkedIn. Matt shares insights and experiences that can serve as a blueprint to leverage LinkedIn for business growth including the importance of strategic engagement, how to build meaningful conn...
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Liz Perez-Lavin
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In today’s episode Elizabeth (Liz) Perez-Lavin, the president and co-owner of Service Contracting Solutions (SCS), unravels the importance of crafting a business structure and fostering a company culture that nurtures employee growth, fosters a sense of belonging, and instills professional pride.
Liz shares insights into the strategic shift in SCS's core values towards a...
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In today’s episode, the crew at Higgins Coatings takes us on a journey into the heart of Higgins' customer-centric philosophy that defined the Aussie company's 73-year history. They share how the entire Higgins crew is passionately dedicated to forging enduring relationships with clients, ensuring that both painters and customers reap the benefits.
But that's not all – The Higgins crew shared some invaluable le...
Featured Guest
Steve Hester
In this episode, CPIA Cofounder Steve Hester shares how he grew Hester Painting and Decorating from a $3 million residential company to a $15 million commercial behemoth. Steve explains how to deal with growth pains transitioning from a residential to a commercial painter, including cash flow and marketing problems. Steve also delves into the importance of being open to new ideas, even if they come ...
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Gretchen Arbini, Founder of Crown Painting Inc.
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In this episode, we talk to Gretchen Arbini about her company serving Reno and California markets. Gretchen discusses her unique experience as a woman leading in the commercial painting industry.
How to Connect with our Guest
crownpaintinginc.com/about
gretchen@crownpaintinginc.com
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Hosts
Aaron Moore and David Chism
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David and Aaron debrief the recent 2023 CPIA Leadership Conference, sharing their key takeaways from the time at Wrigley Field. They share insights gleaned from discussions, workshops, and presentations at the conference, offering a glimpse into the current state of the commercial painting industry and the trends shaping its future.
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Matt and Sabrina Orme
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In this episode, we talk about the importance of managing stress and consider your health as your grow your business. This is an important conversation for every entrepreneur and business leader.
How to Connect with our Guests
https://prcommercialpainting.com/
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