The Commercial Painting Podcast

10/23/2026

In this episode, Kiefer, founder of Boolean Automation and the PaintOS platform, digs into what a good tech stack looks like, compares CRMs and project management tools, and discusses why integration capability matters more than any single software.

On the AI front, Kiefer also explains why it’s important that owners learn it themselves and which tools to buy vs. what to build.
Ready to take your technology to the next level? Listen to this episode. https://www.thecommercialpaintingpodcast.com/episodes/building-a-smarter-tech-stack-for-your-painting-company

Commercial Painting Industry Association - The CPIA DC Marketing Group, The Wooster Brush Company Aaron Moore, David Chism

09/22/2026

Barrett and Bill Curtindale, co-founders of Paint Solutions, joined Aaron Moore to discuss the transition from employees to owners. Now, five years after starting their own commercial painting business, they share how they stayed debt-free, built profit, kept their partnership strong, and how they set a plan to step back from day-to-day operations over the next five years.

You don't want to miss this podcast! Listen now: https://www.thecommercialpaintingpodcast.com/episodes/from-employees-to-owners-building-pro-paint-solutions

Thank you to our sponsors! DC Marketing Group, Commercial Painting Industry Association - The CPIA, The Wooster Brush Company

FEATURED GUEST Mike Barrett Bill Curtindale ABOUT In this episode, Aaron sits down with Mike Barrett and Bill Curtindale, co-founders of Pro Paint Solutions in the Seattle metro area. Both Mike and Bill spent years as employees and eventually senior leaders at another commercial painting compa

09/12/2026

Todd Gatesy and John Moore from Pittsburgh Paints join Aaron Moore and David Chism to discuss the changes that have occurred two years after American Industrial Partners (AIP) acquired PPG's architectural coatings business. Listen in to hear everything from where they are investing in people and products to a discussion of rising raw material prices and how they affect paint prices.

Listen now: https://www.thecommercialpaintingpodcast.com/episodes/from-ppg-to-pittsburgh-paints

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08/10/2026

In this special episode, David Chism flips the script and interviews his co-host, Aaron Moore. As he reflects on his multi-generational upbringing in Chicago, building a multi-city commercial painting business, and co-founding the Commercial Painting Industry Association (CPIA), Aaron homes in on the decisions, planned and unplanned, that shaped his career and led to building the CPIA.

Listen Now: https://www.thecommercialpaintingpodcast.com/episodes/building-the-industrys-missing-room

Thank you to our sponsors: Commercial Painting Industry Association - The CPIA, Marketing Group , The Wooster Brush Company

06/19/2026

Aaron Moore and David Chism catch up with Emily Howard. She shares her journey from longtime editor in the painting industry to organic farmer and freelancer. Emily discusses the importance of storytelling in marketing, the impact of leadership styles on business success, and the role of AI in content creation. Emily highlights the need for authenticity in storytelling and the value of personal experiences in your business narratives.

Listen Now: https://www.thecommercialpaintingpodcast.com/episodes/find-your-authentic-voice-leadership-marketing-and-ai-with-emily-howard

Thank you to our sponsors:
DC Marketing Group Commercial Painting Industry Association - The CPIA The Wooster Brush Company

05/13/2026

In this two-parter of the Commercial Painting Podcast, David and Aaron Moore sat down with entrepreneur and AI consultant Kathy Slowinski to discuss how AI is reshaping business operations, leadership, and growth, as well as practical strategies.

From introducing AI to your company to strategies for staying ahead of a technology that is evolving remarkably fast, Slowinski discusses the strategies that have worked best for her as she reduced her headcount from 100 to 20 while continuing to grow revenue.

Regardless of where you are on your AI journey, this podcast has something for you.

Listen now: https://www.thecommercialpaintingpodcast.com/episodes

Thank you to our sponsors: Commercial Painting Industry Association - The CPIA The Wooster Brush Company DC Marketing Group

04/16/2026

This year, The Wooster Brush Company celebrates an incredible milestone of 175 years in operation. Ben Maibach and Mike Stephens join the podcast to discuss the company's rich history, culture, and innovative products.

From discussions on their unique balance between profitability and employee care to trends in the painting industry, this episode is full of the knowledge that comes with a long history.

Listen now: https://www.thecommercialpaintingpodcast.com/episodes/no-layoffs-since-1954-the-employee-first-culture-of-the-wooster-brush-company

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03/11/2026

Check out the latest Commercial Painting Podcast where Luke Rinehart from Clinch Academy joins David Chism and Aaron Moore to talk about the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, how it can empower individuals, and how the discipline learned on the mat translates into valuable skills in business. Luke shares insights on building a successful martial arts academy, the importance of faith in personal growth, and the parallels between martial arts and entrepreneurship. Listen now:

https://www.thecommercialpaintingpodcast.com/episodes/the-black-belt-mindset-what-jiu-jitsu-teaches-about-leadership-and-resilience

Thank you to our sponsors: Commercial Painting Industry Association - The CPIA , DC Marketing Group , and The Wooster Brush Company.

02/15/2026

Want to land more contracting work?

In this episode, Aaron Moore and David Chism sit down with Julie Zamski and Paul Trautmann from to talk about where smart commercial painters should be focusing next.

We cover:
• Growing sectors in commercial painting
• How to master the right products and techniques
• What’s expanding, what’s stable, and what may be slowing down

If you’re planning your next moves for the year, this is a strong listen.

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The Commercial Painting Podcast

10/23/2025

New episode just dropped: Developing Sales Teams That Know How to Hunt and Close

In this one, David goes solo and sits down with sales consultant Mike Green to talk about what separates good salespeople from great ones—and how to build a team that can actually generate and close business.

They dig into:

The difference between “order takers” and true hunters

Why consistent follow-up is still one of the most underrated skills

How to create urgency without sounding desperate

What high-performing commercial sales teams do differently

Whether you’re an estimator, sales rep, or the owner trying to grow your team, there are a ton of practical takeaways in this one.

Find it now on your favorite podcast app or listen at the link in our bio.