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Colby Davis, the owner of Davis Painting, is leading the way for painting company owners—much like Nilson Silva in the pool industry. Nilson built his business from the ground up, scaling it to $16 million a year. Colby is on a similar path in residential painting, building something massive.
Success in business isn’t just about personal gains—it’s about lifting an entire industry. That’s the philosophy of Colby, a company built on the idea that everyone—employees, competitors, and partners—should win together.
Colby recently opened a new location with a clear goal: to become the largest residential painting company in America. He’s executing the right strategies and growing fast. Right now, he operates in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, but his vision extends nationwide.
His branding is everywhere. I’ve seen his billboards near Philadelphia, and his trucks are impossible to miss. He’s locked into a growth mindset, constantly expanding and pushing forward. I’ve advised his team to create one-minute videos showcasing completed projects.
When Google sees content like “We did a painting job in Modelan” or “We did a painting job in Bergen, New Jersey,” it strengthens their online presence. But the key isn’t just talking about painting—it’s about featuring people in the neighborhood, showing what’s happening locally.
Colby’s team is already putting this into action. I love watching businesses practice what we preach. Engagement is through the roof—his content is reaching the right audience, full of painting professionals. That’s the work.
Elevating Business and Mindset
Colby isn’t just building a painting company—he’s transforming the industry. He’s not focused on competition; he’s focused on raising the bar for everyone. Just like Starbucks changed coffee pricing and demand, Colby aims to reshape his industry by bringing others up with him.
Colby surrounds himself with people who push him to think bigger. Success is contagious—if you spend time with people making $200,000 a year, your mindset shifts. If you’re around people making $200,000 a day, you start playing at a different level. Growth is about constantly reaching for the next step.
Colby recently hosted Tim Fitzpatrick of Fitzpatrick Painting and Construction at Davis HQ. They shared ideas on business growth and industry best practices. Colby believes working together makes the painting industry stronger.
Along with referrals, he uses smart local SEO strategies, including the most powerful strategy the Geo-Grid, to keep Davis Painting visible. This ensures homeowners can easily find his services when searching for a trusted painter in their area.
Building for 2025: Phase 3
Colby’s company is gearing up for its next major leap. They’re hiring across all divisions—full-time, part-time, seasonal, and subcontractors—with full benefits. Three executive positions are opening next year, including an Operations Manager role to replace Colby’s current position. Two COO roles will also be available for their holiday lighting and power washing businesses, with another undisclosed company in the mix.
With expansion into Delaware coming soon, the organization is offering equity incentives for C-suite hires. Colby remains committed to his team, ensuring they work for someone who genuinely values their growth and success.
Growth means stepping into the unknown, dealing with setbacks, and making tough calls. Without mental resilience, most people quit before they see success.
The Journey to Success
Success didn’t come overnight. The first year was filled with frustration, long hours, and financial sacrifices. Most people would have quit, but Colby followed Tony Robbins’ 1-Millimeter Rule—many are just one small step away from extreme success when they give up.
By January, he had built a strong foundation. Instead of relying on hype or quick wins, he focused on sustainable growth. February was slow, but instead of backing off, he doubled down—selling distractions, refining training, and strengthening his leadership.
March was the breakthrough. Systems and marketing efforts clicked, leading to 50%+ month-over-month growth in April, May, and June. By July, they were tracking for 300-500% growth.
Colby didn’t chase growth blindly—he built systems to sustain it. He created a sales training center, integrated AI tools, and refined hiring processes. His team developed “The Blueprint,” a scalable system for business growth.
When competitors tried to undercut prices, Colby didn’t flinch—he took market share instead. His company continues refining systems, investing in training, and hiring top talent to fuel expansion.
Colby’s journey is just beginning. He stays focused on his team, his vision, and his relentless pursuit of excellence. For those struggling, his advice is simple: stop making excuses, put in the work, and keep moving forward. The biggest breakthroughs come right after the toughest moments.
One of Davis Painting’s core values is giving back to the community while delivering top-tier painting services. A great example of this is their recent work with ProBerco, a nonprofit in Reading, PA, dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities. Colby and his team helped bring their rebrand to life by painting their main building in “ProBerco Blue.”
By working with organizations like ProBerco, Davis Painting isn’t just about scaling a business—it’s about making a tangible impact. Colby believes that success isn’t just measured in revenue but in the positive change a company can create for both its team and the communities it serves.
In a couple of years, you’ll look back to wonder how he grew to become the #1 residential painting company in the United States.
The mission remains the same: elevate, expand, and change lives in the process.
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Dennis Yu is a former search engine engineer who has spent a billion dollars on Google and Facebook ads for Nike, Quiznos, Ashley Furniture, Red Bull, State Farm, and other organizations that have many locations.
He has achieved 25% of his goal of creating a million digital marketing jobs because of his partnership with universities, professional organizations, and agencies. Companies like GoDaddy, Fiverr, onlinejobs.ph, 7 Figure Agency, and Vendasta partner with him to create training and certifications.
Dennis created the Dollar a Day Strategy for local service businesses to enhance their existing local reputation and make the phone ring. He's coaching young adult agency owners who serve plumbers, AC technicians, landscapers, roofers, electricians in conjunction with leaders in these industries.
Mr. Yu believes that there should be a standard in measuring local marketing efforts, much like doctors and plumbers need to be certified and licensed. His Content Factory training and dashboards are used by thousands of practitioners.