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 time and on budget, Colby treats every relationship like it matters—because to him, it does. His word is his bond, and he expects the same from his team.

This same approach extends internally. Colby knows that you can’t expect loyalty from a crew if you’re not willing to give it back. He supports his people—through career development, personal challenges, and honest conversations—and they show up for him in return. That culture of mutual respect is a big part of why Davis Painting has such low turnover and such high client retention.

Colby’s leadership philosophy is simple: earn trust by being trustworthy, show loyalty through action, and never forget that reputation is built one relationship at a time. It’s this people-first approach that has turned first-time clients into long-term partners—and a local painting company into a brand people talk about for all the right reasons.