Dev Pontious, President
Dev is a founder and President of Seattle Painting Specialists. He has been involved in the coating industry for 35+ years beginning as an apprentice for Long Painting rising to Vice President of Production, with experience in all aspects of painting in the residential, commercial and industrial fields. He is responsible for the growth of Seattle Painting's business to a company with over 65 employees. Through his strong leadership and direction he has molded Seattle Painting into the company it is today....an industry leader with unmatched quality and professionalism. |  |
 | Dean Whitehouse, Vice President Field Operations, Superintendent
Dean, an owner of Seattle Painting Specialists, has been employed with the company for the past 22 years. Starting in the field, he's worked his way up to Vice President of Field Operations. Dean's expertise includes custom matching, engineering systems and techniques for accessing and completing tough technical jobs and as the company safety officer he is responsible for the health/safety programs and training at Seattle Painting. |
Jacque Watt, Accounting Manager/Human Resources
Jacque has been employed by the company for the last 13 years and was instrumental in leading Seattle Painting into the computer age. As Office Manager she oversees all accounting functions, employee benefits, L&I Claims and managing the office staff. Her expertise in Dexter & Chaney Forefront Accounting System and of Seattle Painting policies/procedures is invaluable. She received her degree from the UW in 1970 and has worked with construction cost accounting since 1982. |  |
 | Linda Delgado, Office Manager
For the past 9 years Linda has worked in multiple capacities at Seattle Painting. Using her Business degree skills she has helped implement many systems and procedures company wide. Linda is invaluable and is our 'go to' person. She is currently involved with the production department ensuring that jobs are tracked accurately and efficiently. |
Janice Anderson, Estimator
Janice has worked for Seattle Painting for the past two years as an estimator. Bringing 25 years experience in the heavy equipment and construction field, strong organizational and communication skills she has excelled in her position. She prides herself on unsurpassed customer service with accurate, thorough, proposals and ongoing communication throughout the job. |  |
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Roger
Nickell,
Chief Estimator
Roger
has been in the coating industry for
20 years. He has worked in
nearly every facet of the painting
business, from field apprentice to
general manager of Mountain View
Painting in Denver CO. Roger's
technical expertise includes digital
calculation of construction
documents. Roger has assisted
in management of many large coating
projects, some of which topped 5
million dollars. In the last
10 years he has focused his time in
estimating and developing systems
and software applications within the
industry.
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Rick Jones, Superintendent
Rick was hired in 1997 with 12 years prior experience in the painting industry including the commercial and heavy industrial end. He was promoted to superintendent in 2003 and has successfully completed multiple jobs including large multi-building apartment/townhouse projects requiring detailed accountability. |  |
 | Pauline Roach, Superintendent
Pauline has been with the company for 10 years beginning in the field as a painter helper. With additional experience, hard work and commitment during which she completed a 4 year apprenticeship at CITC she was promoted to superintendent in 2003. Her honesty and integrity are valued assets to the company. |
Dennis Megaard, CPA, Controller
Dennis joined the company onsite in 2004 and assists as controller. His firm has provided accounting and tax services for Seattle Painting Specialists since 1988. Dennis works with management in areas of: financial statement analysis; tax planning and preparation; risk management & insurance matters; financial feasibility; employee benefits; overhead analysis and application; cash flow and collections. |  |