Paint Radio | American Painting Contractor

What does a painting contractor gain from stepping away from the day-to-day demands of running a business and connecting with industry peers? In this episode of Paint Radio, we talk with JC Alonso & David Sanchez of A&S Mastercoats about their decision to join PCA, the experience of attending their first PCA event in Nashville, and the ideas, relationships, and lessons they're bringing back to the business. It's a firsthand look at what contractors can learn from one another and why sometimes the most valuable opportunities begin with simply showing up.

Learn more about A&S Mastercoats at www.aspaintpros.com.

In this episode of Paint Radio, PCA Membership Engagement Manager Kyle Richards joins us to discuss the resources, relationships and opportunities available to PCA members, and how contractors can use them to strengthen and grow their businesses. We explore what happens at PCA events, look ahead to the new Painting Contractors Institute, and break down resources including Industry Partners, Top Jobs and PCA Awards. Whether you’re considering PCA membership for the first time or looking to get more value from the membership you already have, you’ll come away with a clearer picture of what PCA has to offer and how to get involved.

In this episode, No Drip Painting owner Michal Cheney joins us to discuss how mentors and professional networks have helped her grow her business, and why investing in relationships can be just as important as developing your technical and operational skills. We also look ahead to PCA’s fall conference schedule and explore the value that can be created when painting contractors come together to share experiences, solve problems, and help one another succeed. Whether you’re building your network from scratch or looking to get more value from the relationships you already have, you’ll come away with practical ideas for making community a meaningful part of your business strategy.

Growing a commercial painting business takes more than landing bigger jobs. It requires strong relationships, efficient systems, and a longer time table for cash flow. In this episode, we discuss what it takes to scale commercial operations, including how to build lasting partnerships with general contractors, turn successful projects into repeat business, and keep your crews prepared by staying current with OSHA training. Whether you're looking to break into commercial work or take your company to the next level, you'll come away with practical strategies you can put to work right away.

Guest:

Patrick Eby

Brothers Colors Painting

For Brian Scott, aligning with Benjamin Moore has been more than a paint choice, it’s a competitive advantage. In this episode, the owner of The Exterior Painters shares how he has used brand recognition, marketing resources, and customer-facing tools to win more jobs, build trust, and increase profitability. We also hear from Justin Dubow, Senior Manager of Contractor Marketing, who shares practical strategies contractors can use to get more value from their paint supplier relationships.

Special Guests:

Brian Scott

The Exterior Painters

Justin Dubow

Benjamin Moore

The skilled trades need more young people, and Harrison Contracting isn't waiting for someone else to solve the problem. The company created a unique event that introduced students to painting through hands-on competition, with scholarships awarded to the top performers. In this podcast, we talk with the organizers about how the idea came to life and how contractors across the country can bring a similar program to their hometowns.

Guest:

Jess Majno

Founder/CEO Idyllo

Sponsored by: Behr Paint

Everybody is talking about AI, but how can you use it to make your painting business better today? In this episode, we talk to one of the industry’s leading experts on how to incorporate AI into your business operations in an easy and practical manner.

Cherry Coatings just announced its acquisition of Vision Painting, a $50-million plus revenue painting contractor headquartered in Indianapolis. We’ll discuss how the Cherry Team identifies a potential company to bring into the fold, what strategy they use to combine business operations, and where they are expecting to expand next.

Guests:

Rocky Cherry, Cherry Coatings

Todd Gates, Vision Painting

APC: https://paintmag.com/

Cherry Coatings: https://cherrycoatings.com/

As we close out 2025, it’s time to review your performance. But what should you look at to determine the success of your business? And how do you tease out what’s bad policy versus economic reality? In this podcast, we’ll walk through what numbers to look at and how to look at them, so you can continue to grow your business in 2026.

Guest: Colin Nolan

Sponsor: IUPAT

A new challenger approaches. In this episode, we sit down with the leadership of Pittsburgh Paints to talk about building a new (old) brand, what contractors should expect from them, and what new products are on the horizon for 2026.

Guests:

Brian Carson, CEO

Dennis Karnstein, President & GM