Meet Our Team
Ryan Browder - Owner & President
As a Cal Poly Alumnus, I founded Browder Painting Company over 28 years ago with my wife, Jennifer Browder. We base our company around the core values of providing quality painting that lasts, paired with superior customer service. Our clients’ word-of-mouth referrals are a testament to our goal of making your painting experience as professional and hassle free as possible. By choosing us, the Browder Team is committed to you.
Dirk Kenyon - Project Manager
I’m a fourth-generation local San Luis Obispo resident but left for a period after college to run an 8,000 square-foot photographic studio in Reno Nevada. Family & friends welcomed me home to SLO in 2004, and I became a part of Browder Painting. My attention to detail was a natural fit for estimating painting projects as a project manager.
I love living on the coast and I'm here to stay! It’s the perfect area to keep hiking with my wife & dogs while continuing to chase the perfect photograph. Living in a small community where you get to see and to talk to clients in the grocery store or walking on the beach is incredibly special. I’m confident in Browder Painting’s ability to treat our community with the utmost care and respect on any job.
Nick Nystrom - Project Manager
The Central Coast is full of wonderful people to appreciate and places to adventure. I enjoy spending time with my three kids, exploring our beautiful local areas with friends, and helping to leave a positive impact on the homes our company paints. I like to stay active by running, hiking, biking, surfing, and reading.
Nathan Kapusta - Project Manager
At my core, I am a dedicated family man with a loving wife and two wonderful children. In early 2023, I embarked on an exciting new chapter by relocating to San Luis Obispo, marking a large transition in my dynamic career spanning over 15 years in sales, customer service, and management. In my free time, I find joy in quality time with my family and close friends exploring all that the West Coast has to offer.
David Miller – Project Manager
Working with people is my favorite part of the day. Problem solving for our community, clients, and team is my second favorite. My experience totals over 20,000 hours in sales and customer service, and I’m lucky to be a part of the Browder Team. We get to use our expertise to complete about 900 projects each year, and helping our clients execute their visions is so fun for me! In my free time, you’ll find me walking around downtown SLO, enjoying architecture, taking pictures, and likely eating burritos. Learning and trying new things are also passions of mine, along with art, games, and activities. I look forward to meeting you on your next project or out on the town!
Jen Franklin - Scheduling Manager
Once you have made the choice to go with Browder Painting, I will handle the scheduling of your job on the calendar. We can go into detail on any special timing needs like getting that job completed before a key event you may have on your schedule. It’s my goal to assign the painting crew that will best fit your needs for any project and get the job done right.
Eileen Small - Customer Service Manager
I’m the bubbly voice you will hear through the phone! I’ll help to coordinate around your scheduling preferences, decide on paint colors, and prepare for the start of your project. As a native SLO resident, I have a passion for working with people in my community and love to show it by making sure that every client has the best experience with our company. Give us a call, and I’ll make sure your project starts off on the right foot!
Robert Zepeda - Field Manager
I was born and raised here on the Central Coast. After graduating from Arroyo Grande High School, I moved to Phoenix, AZ, where I started my painting career. There I painted everything from baseball stadiums to shopping malls to schools. My wife & I moved back to the Central Coast in 2004 to start our family. We have two beautiful daughters who I enjoy spending my free time with. With over 25 years of experience, I help coach & mentor our employees. I work directly with our team to ensure our clients have the best painting experience possible!
Joe Eley – Field Manager
Born in Southern California, I have now been located on the central coast since 1996. In my down time I like to go to comedy shows and am a huge sports fan, rooting on my Lakers and Raiders. I’m here to help you understand our company process and answer any questions you may have while working with our crews. I’m your project manager from the day painters arrive, to the beautiful, finished product, helping to provide the true five-star service we are known for.
Latia Blair - Office Manager
After graduating from Long Beach State University, majoring in Geography, I returned to my hometown here in SLO, beginning my employment with Browder Painting. I handle all of our office functions including billing, receiving payment, and human resources to make sure our company’s internal functions run smoothly.
John Lawton – General Manager
As a Cuesta & Columbia Alumnus with many years of experience leading industry, I pride myself on total customer satisfaction. I value how important your home is to you and your family, and I take that very seriously. Our core values are honesty, reliability, continuous improvement and delighting the customer. I am committed to attention to detail, because prioritizing your satisfaction through our quality of work is what sets us apart from the rest. I strive to get the best out of myself and those who surround me in both my personal and professional life. This produces our best possible work for our customers.
Jennifer Browder - Owner
After graduating from California Polytechnic University, I married my husband-to-be, Ryan Browder, and together we started Browder Painting Company. Over 28 years later, I am a proud mother of three and co-founder of our ever-growing business on the Central Coast. I take the role of our company’s controller and am an avid tennis player outside of company hours.