What does it take to leave a steady corporate career and bet on yourself? For Chandler Register, it started with a conversation with a customer.
A former Sherwin-Williams store manager in one of Atlanta's top-performing markets, Register was no stranger to hard work — or to the constraints that come with corporate life. When a regular customer mentioned he was looking to exit his Fresh Coat Painters franchise, Register saw an opening. Armed with deep product knowledge, management experience, and a desire for more autonomy, he took the leap.
Today, Register owns Fresh Coat Painters of Alpharetta and Cumming, has grown revenue year-over-year since day one, and is setting his sights on $1.5–$2 million in annual revenue. He's also building a team — and finding that his background makes the whole operation run smoother than most.
His advice to anyone on the fence? "Take the calculated risk."
Read the full feature to hear how Register made the transition, what's driven his growth, and why he sees the painting industry as one of the most resilient businesses you can own.
👉READ CHANDLER'S STORY HERE
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