John Neill Painting & Decorating Receives 2009 Best of Narberth Award
U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement
WASHINGTON D.C., June 8, 2009 -- John Neill Painting & Decorating has been selected for the 2009 Best of Narberth Award in the Residential Painting category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).
The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.
Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2009 USCA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.
About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA)
U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.
The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.
SOURCE: U.S. Commerce Association
Painting Contractor Receives PDCA's PIPP
Award for Excellence in Painting
Achievement Recognized at National Convention
(ST. LOUIS – February 2009) The Painting and Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA) selected John Neill Painting & Decorating for their work on the Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion as recipient of the 2009 Residential Restoration Interior PIPP: Picture It Painted Professionally Award, which annually brings recognition to the outstanding projects of PDCA’s professional painting and decorating contractors.
The award was bestowed earlier this year during the PDCA Awards Program at the association’s Paint and Coatings Expo (PACE) mega convention and trade show in New Orleans. “PDCA is honored to be able to recognize John Neill Painting for their exceptional work. The awards program is a very special event where members can be honored and recognized by their peers for their craftsmanship”, Beth Horan, CPA, PDCA Interim CEO stated.
The Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion is the only authentically restored Victorian mansion and garden in Philadelphia. Built in 1859 by the Maxwell family, the mansion included all the available luxuries of that era such as gas lighting, central heating, running hot and cold water, and an indoor toilet. It also boasted all emerging painting and decorating trends of the time, truly showcasing Mr. Maxwell’s many accomplishments as a highly successful entrepreneur.
Threatened by demolition in the 1960’s, the neighborhood rallied to save the mansion and restore it. A leak in the roof had caused extensive water damage throughout the interior, making this restoration a notable challenge. The Executive Director of the Mansion, called for assistance in replicating the original wall coverings. During the course of this project, a total of eight interior rooms were restored. One of the more challenging rooms was Mrs. Maxwell’s Sitting Room, which had suffered extensive water damage to the walls, ceiling and woodwork. The first stage of the restoration was to repair the plaster, allow it to cure, and seal it with an oil-based primer. Next, the elaborate stenciling was re-created by hand and then replicated on the ceiling and walls to restore the damaged areas. Forty-five colors were hand mixed during this process to match and blend seamlessly with the original stenciling. Due to extensive wood rot, much of the woodwork in the room required repair, which was done through the use of a two-part epoxy, followed by a primer and two finish coats of paint. Wood graining, decorative painting and stenciling were then used to recreate the original designs on all the doors, baseboards and shutters. The level of skill and craftsmanship required was unparalleled by any other restoration they had completed to date, bringing this particular project to an exciting and exceptional close. Further repair and restoration to the exterior of the mansion is currently in the planning process.
Founded in 1884, PDCA represents the interests of professional painting and decorating contractors nationwide. Among the most prominent objectives of PDCA are the enhancement and further development of the painting and decorating profession and industry.
Today, PDCA represents the interests of over 5,000 owners and top-flight managers from more than 2,500 painting and decorating firms across the U.S. and Canada.
John Neill Painting Receives 2008 Best of Narberth Award
U.S. Local Business Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement
WASHINGTON D.C., December 11, 2008 -- John Neill Painting has been selected for the 2008 Best of Narberth Award in the Wallcovering Installation category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA).
The USLBA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USLBA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.
Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2008 USLBA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USLBA and data provided by third parties.
About U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA)
U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USLBA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.
The USLBA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.
SOURCE: U.S. Local Business Association
CONTACT: U.S. Local Business Association
Email: PublicRelations@USLBA.net
URL: http://www.USLBA.net
An Article Featured in Main Line Life's Prestigious Properties
A unique story of how the son of a Shakespeare scholar became the
owner of one of the most successful painting companies on the Main Line
Appeared in Main Line Life ("Top Producers of 2007") on March, 26, 2008
John Neill Painting & Decorating is a family owned business that has been serving Philadelphia, the Main Line, and surrounding areas since 1975. Due to their ability to continually meet the demand for high quality painting services for both homeowners and designers, the company has flourished over the past thirty years. Here is the unique story of how the son of a Shakespeare scholar from Washington D.C. became the owner of one of the most successful painting companies on the Main Line.
How did a Washington D.C. native end up with a painting business in Philadelphia?
After graduating from college I was accepted into Georgetown Law School and intended to begin that fall, but then decided to take advantage of an incredible opportunity to join the Peace Corps. I spent two exciting and life-changing years teaching English in Tunisia, North Africa. Upon my return to the states I accepted a teaching position in Philadelphia and also began working towards my Masters.
That still doesnt explain how you got involved in the painting business?
During my break from teaching in the summer of 1974, I worked with two friends painting houses. They went on to graduate school in the fall and I returned to teaching, but also chose to maintain and develop the business.
To what do you attribute the success of your business?
We have always hired excellent people. A service business is only as good as the integrity of the owner and the maturity and skillfulness of the employees. We only hire skilled craftsman, who also possess good character, excellent customer service skills, and a commitment to exceed expectations. The majority of our employees have been with us for ten years or more and take great pride in the work they produce.
Why did you decide to expand your services beyond painting?
We were having difficulty coordinating and completing projects when we had to rely on other tradesmen to complete their portion of the project first. We now have carpenters, paper hangers and decorative painters on staff to better serve our customers in the seamless completion of their projects.
How did your family become involved in the business?
After college, our eldest son Paul worked at the local YMCA and then at JKST as a youth tennis instructor before deciding to join the business. He now assists in the coordination and execution of the daily operations of the company. Our second son, David, is currently working part time while pursuing his Masters in Interior Design at Drexel University. He has an undergraduate degree in fine arts and is a part of our decorative painting division. Our daughter Suhaiba accepted a position with the Philadelphia 76ers after college, but after the birth of her daughter she was finding it too difficult to care for her family with the evening and weekend work hours. She came on board with us and handles the financials, advertising, marketing, and human resources for the business. They have each brought with them new talents and fresh ideas, and have assisted in the continuing growth of the company. We are truly grateful to have both a committed staff and loyal customers, who have helped make John Neill Painting & Decorating so successful.