CertaPro Painters® Recognizes Top Performing Franchisees for Extraordinary Painting Services

Heath Boyd and Chris Boatright, owners of CertaPro Painters® of Central Arkansas, were finalists for CertaPro’s most prestigious award, the CertaCup. They claimed the title at the annual conference this January in Carlsbad, California.

This award reflects a year of remarkable achievements for the franchise, including record-breaking sales in both residential and commercial sectors. In addition to financial success, they expanded their team, upgraded to a new facility, and gave back to the community through their support of Habitat for Humanity.

“We owe all of the credit to our team for our business’s success and amazing year,” said Boyd. “They set really high goals halfway through the year and put their nose to the grindstone to achieve them.” Boatright added, “We couldn't be prouder of our team and their dedication. With their talent and commitment, there’s nothing they can’t do.”

The following CertaCup Finalists were also celebrated for their outstanding achievement:

• Mark Lytle, owner of CertaPro Painters® of Greensboro

• John Jordan, owner of CertaPro Painters® of Northwest Indiana

• Jim Ploughe, owner of CertaPro Painters® of Charlotte-Matthews & Salisbury/Concord/Gastonia

• George Irving, owner of CertaPro Painters® of San Francisco

Top Residential and Commercial Painters

CertaPro also recognized its top two residential and commercial painters and painting teams for their incredible workmanship and contributions to the brand.

Residential Painter and Painting Team

• Fernando Ventin, CertaPro Painters® of East San Diego/Poway: Known for going above and beyond standard painting jobs, Ventin is an exceptional team leader. “I can’t imagine running the business without him,” said franchise owner Todd Haring.

• Mauricio De Le Rosa, CertaPro Painters® of Cypress: With nearly a decade of experience, Mauricio and his crew are the go-to team for the franchise’s most complex and detailed projects.

Commercial Painter and Painting Team

• Eric Wadkins, CertaPro Painters® of Phoenix: Eric and his team are customer favorites, known for their strong communication and dedication to the company’s core values.

• JC Navarrete Painting, CertaPro Painters® of Shawnee Mission: This all-family crew completed an impressive 121 projects in 2024, making them the franchise’s top choice for large-scale commercial work.

"These exemplary owners and their teams have set a standard of excellence in the home improvement industry," said CertaPro Painters® President and CEO Mike Stone. "Celebrating them at our annual conference is a small way to recognize their huge achievements and how they positively impact their communities."