President & CEO

Julie Stanke

“I have always been fascinated with and inspired by great hospitality and service. I love receiving it as much as I earnestly desire to craft an amazing experience for others here at Fresh Paint. As so perfectly stated by Maya Angelou, “People don’t remember what you do or say, but they remember how you make them feel.” The most rewarding part of my job is being part of a team that genuinely cares about our clients’ experience and building a culture where everyone contributes to exceptional service and care as only they can. There’s NOTHING better than that!”    

VP of Production & Safety Director

Mark Barnier

“I love solving problems and working together with customers to develop solutions. From scheduling to products and bringing in our team to work together from start to finish brings me joy. The most rewarding aspect is seeing a project come together and having a happy customer.”

VP of Business Development

Mike Vowels

“I love serving our clients here at Fresh Paint because life is all about building relationships that last. It is a blessing to be able to build relationships with all kinds of people throughout the Twin Cities area over the years. The most rewarding aspect of building these relationships is when we grow our customer/partner relationship and the customer becomes part of the Fresh Paint family. This is such a gift to us because I truly believe we are here to serve rather than to be served, and this leads to so many joyful memories in our business.”

VP of Finance & HR

Steve Anderson

“Even though I don’t often witness the final results of our finished projects, I love the emails, testimonials, and comments that come in from our clients telling us what a great job we did. My responsibility lies in managing the administrative tasks that happen behind the scenes, enabling our team to provide exceptional service to our clients. Ultimately, serving our clients is what it is all about!”

Sr. Business Development Representative & Owner

Larry Zack

“Whenever I approach a new project with a client, I see it as an opportunity to meet a new friend. So many projects are challenging, with various factors influencing how it will start and end. A client doesn’t want to hear about the problems, so the goal is to take those concerns away, find the solution, say, “Yes, we can do that.” and then make it happen. Trust and friendship are what it’s all about!”

Sr. Project Manager

Melissa Nye-Barnier

“Being a Project Manager is incredibly rewarding. From the beginning walk-through to coordinating the crew, setting up the job site, and interacting with customers daily to ensure smooth progress and minimal disruptions, it’s very satisfying. However, nothing compares to the ultimate satisfaction of conducting a final walk-through with our clients and witnessing their expression when they realize their vision and expectations have come to life. Assisting them in selecting colors and determining placement is particularly gratifying because it signifies their trust in our expertise. It’s heartwarming to see many of our customers become loyal clients and good friends.”

Business Development Representative

Lukas Engman

“I am passionate about building strong relationships with my customers and diving into their needs to determine how to assist them best. The most enjoyable aspect of this process is gaining a deeper understanding of the customer and collaboratively strategizing how we can contribute to achieving their goals. Once we’ve identified the ways in which our services can align with their objectives, we seamlessly coordinate with our production team to bring these visions to life. Witnessing the final outcome is particularly gratifying. Transforming a space isn’t merely about altering wall colors; it is a representation of the company’s image and has the potential to elevate an entire organization. The impact of our work extends beyond aesthetics. It influences the overall perception and feel of the environment.”

Marketing Manager

Alex Gaier

“I really enjoy working with clients because I love being part of a team and forming connections. These values are a big deal at Fresh Paint, and it’s awesome to see them in action every day. Whether it is our team working together, or working with our clients and building relationships, the collaboration is what makes every project special. It’s not just about painting a space; it’s about sharing ideas, bringing them to life, and creating something meaningful together.”

Business Development Representative

Bryan Sanchez

“I’ve always had a desire for serving others and looking out for their needs, which makes working with clients a joy. Here at Fresh Paint, I get to do that throughout the process of making a sale from start to finish. From heading out to inspect a project and understanding exactly what the client wants, to closing the deal and seeing their vision come to life, it’s an adventure I love. Let’s create something amazing together!”

Project Manager

Mike Kope

“In my past business experience of working with and hiring Fresh Paint, it was always pleasant and thorough. Now, being a part of the team, I understand why. Fresh Paint is a family and a team. They care about employees and customers equally, offering a refreshing perspective on how any business should operate.“

Project Manager

Austin Holmes

“My favorite thing about working at Fresh Paint is how we approach each and every project. This whole team is here to create the best experience possible and give our clients the opportunity to L.I.F.T. their business, company, or space to a whole new level. From the smallest of jobs to the biggest, we take great care and ownership of every aspect throughout the entire process. It is great working as a team to make our client’s vision become a reality.“

Business Development Representative

Nolan Baskins

“I am passionate about the positive and lasting effects paint can have in transforming a space! I love being a part of finding solutions to problems and I believe everyone deserves to have a space that feels like theirs and that they can be proud of. Every project is not only an opportunity to give our clients the feeling of a new space they can enjoy, but also the opportunity to create lasting relationships between with everyone involved in making the project happen. It is such a blessing and reward to be a part of taking someone’s vision and helping them make it a reality. Every day here is the opportunity to assist another vision, face a new challenge, and build another lasting relationship!”

Assistant Project Manager

Morgan Burnau

“I love working for Fresh Paint because we’re not just a team, we’re a family. We genuinely care about each other, and that strong bond is reflected in the top-notch work ethic of every single employee. Each job, no matter the size, is treated with the same level of importance, and the result is always a beautiful transformation of a space. It’s truly rewarding to see our hard work turn a not-so-good area into something beautiful and helping our client’s visions come true.”

Business Development Assistant

Matt White

“I enjoy working at Fresh Paint because it gives me the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a positive impact on others. Whether it’s connecting with clients, supporting our team, or helping projects move forward, I take pride in being someone people can count on. To me, success in this role isn’t just about the end result—it’s about the trust, collaboration, and problem-solving along the way.”

Finance Assistant

Luke Richterkessing

“What I value most about Fresh Paint is our intentional approach to serving others. Our business model allows the team to make a meaningful impact on clients throughout every step of the process. In my role, I support operations while ensuring each client has a positive and memorable experience.”

Sr. Business Development Representative

Dennis Stedman (Retired)

“I love helping people, and that’s exactly what my job is. I can’t tell you how proud it makes me feel when a job is finished, and my clients tell me how awesome our production team is and what a great job both the project managers and the painters did.”

Office Dogs

Sunny, Fred & Millie