Hiring a painter isn’t just about finding someone who can slap a fresh coat on a wall — it’s about trusting a professional with one of your most important investments: your home. Colby Davis, founder and CEO of Davis Painting, has spent years earning the trust of homeowners across Pennsylvania and New Jersey by holding his team to the highest …
Colby Davis on What Homeowners Really Want—And How He Delivers It
In a saturated home services industry, it’s not the cheapest bid that wins—it’s the company homeowners feel they can trust. And Colby Davis, founder and CEO of Davis Painting, has built an entire business around that principle. For Colby, success doesn’t come from just delivering a finished paint job—it comes from delivering peace of mind. “Most homeowners aren’t just looking …
How Colby Davis Invests in His Team and Builds Long-Term Careers
At Davis Painting, the job doesn’t stop at the job site. For Colby Davis, building a successful company means investing in people just as much as projects—and that starts with creating a place where employees can grow long-term. While the trades are often seen as a stopgap or short-term role, Colby has built something different. His team stays. Many of …
Why Colby Davis Says Branding Matters in the Trades—And How He Proved It
In an industry often judged by the quality of the last job, Colby Davis has taken a different approach—one where every truck wrap, uniform, and business card tells the same story: Davis Painting stands for professionalism. For Colby, branding isn’t just a logo or color scheme—it’s how his company shows up to the world. And it starts long before the …
From Paintbrush to Payroll: Colby Davis on Managing People with Integrity
When Colby Davis started Davis Painting, he was the one holding the brush. Day in and day out, he was on ladders, laying tape, and making sure every jobsite reflected the standards he believed in. But as the company grew, Colby faced a new kind of challenge—one that had nothing to do with walls and everything to do with people. …
Colby Davis’s Advice to Young Entrepreneurs in the Trades
For young entrepreneurs in the trades, the path isn’t always clear—but Colby Davis believes that’s exactly where the opportunity lies. As the founder of Davis Painting, Colby built a thriving business from the ground up. Today, he’s known not only for the quality of his company’s work across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, but also for the way he leads: with …
More Than a Job: How Colby Davis Built a Culture Where People Want to Stay
At Davis Painting, the work is high-quality—but what makes people stay isn’t just the projects, it’s the culture. Ask any long-time team member and they’ll tell you the same thing: Colby Davis runs things differently. From day one, he’s believed in creating a workplace where people feel valued—not just for their output, but for who they are. Whether it’s a …
If You Want Loyal Clients, Be a Loyal Leader: Colby Davis’s Approach to Building Relationships
In an industry where trust can make or break a business, Colby Davis has made loyalty his most valuable currency. From the start, he understood that painting homes was about more than just the paint—it was about the people. Whether it’s a homeowner trusting his crew inside their living space or a contractor counting on Davis Painting to deliver on …
Colby Davis on Leadership: What Running a Crew Taught Him About Running a Company
Before he was the CEO of Davis Painting, Colby Davis was in the field—loading ladders, prepping sites, and working shoulder-to-shoulder with his crew. He didn’t start with a corner office or a business degree. He started with hands-on work and a mindset that valued doing things right, even when no one was watching. Those early years shaped his leadership style. …
What Colby Davis Looks for in a Great Employee—And Why It Matters
Colby Davis knows that a great company is built on great people. At Davis Painting, that belief is more than just a slogan—it’s the backbone of how the business operates. From the first handshake to the final brushstroke, Colby looks for more than just technical skill. He seeks out individuals who embody trust, initiative, and a deep respect for the …
How Colby Davis Built a Brand That Stands for Excellence in Every Detail
In the world of residential and commercial painting, there are plenty of companies that promise quality. But for Colby Davis, founder and CEO of Davis Painting, excellence isn’t a buzzword—it’s the standard. From the paint trucks to the uniforms to the way the worksite is left at the end of the day, every detail of the Davis Painting experience is …
Colby Davis has built one of PA and NJ’s Fastest-Growing Painting Companies
Behind every thriving company, there’s a story—and at Davis Painting, that story starts with Colby Davis. What began as a simple idea rooted in hard work and craftsmanship has grown into one of the most respected painting companies across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Colby’s journey wasn’t about shortcuts or overnight success; it was about showing up every day, delivering quality …