About Us

Meet the Team

Pearl Painters' Proficient Painters

Get to know the dedicated individuals who bring expertise, passion, and professionalism to every Pearl Painters project. Meet our diverse team of painters, managers, and specialists who are committed to delivering exceptional results and ensuring client satisfaction. Discover what sets us apart and learn more about the people behind the paintbrushes who make it all possible.

Leadership

Brian Kemnitz

Owner

Brian Kemnitz, owner of Pearl Painters since 2001, thrives on helping the team achieve their goals and ensuring client satisfaction. Our tagline, "Making you wish all contractors were like us," reflects our commitment to excellence. Outside of work, Brian enjoys traveling, spending time with family, fitness, and outdoor activities.

Craig Kuykendall

Production Manager

Since 2009, Craig has brought his painting expertise to his role as Production Manager. He enjoys transforming visions into reality and nurturing his team’s skills. Outside work, Craig loves cliff jumping, beach trips, family vacations, and attending church, reflecting his zest for life and commitment to excellence.

Luke Hass

Estimator

Luke Hass, with Pearl Painters since 2011, started as an apprentice and is now Head of Sales. He loves seeing clients' satisfaction and enjoys exploring new cafes and stores during commutes. Luke attributes the company's success to its dedicated team and the mentorship of Brian and Craig.

Job Site Management

Traynor Daline

Job Site Manager

Traynor joined us in 2022 and enjoys job challenges, ensuring no surprises and clear communication. He loves seeing the finished project. Outside of work, Traynor spends time with his black lab, large family, and enjoys backpacking, camping, sports, and movies.

Jeff McCracken

Job Site Manager

Jeff, with Pearl Painters since 2022, prides himself on transforming homes from "funky" to beautifully painted. He values the organization and friendliness that distinguish Pearl Painters from other contractors. Outside work, Jeff enjoys fishing and camping.

Isaiah Hines

Job Site Manager

Since 2022, Isaiah has ensured jobs run smoothly with meticulous attention to detail. Outside work, he enjoys spending time with his dog and cats and playing disc golf at Portland's courses.

Painting Team

Liane Stole

Skilled Painter

Liane joined Pearl Painters in April 2020 and values accountability, integrity, and maintaining a respectful, clean workspace. Passionate about gardening, she enjoys connecting with clients who share her love of plants and nature.

Edder Paz

Skilled Painter

Edder joined Pearl Painters in 2023 and has enjoyed learning new techniques and values our structured, organized approach. He loves seeing customer’s joyful reactions to home transformations. Outside work, he enjoys family time and fishing.

Coran Bourdeau

Skilled Painter

Coran, who joined Pearl Painters in 2023, enjoys “playing with paint” and delivering high-quality work. He loves exploring the PNW, disc golf, snowboarding, dogs, the Oregon Coast, and the Portland foodie scene.

Noah Schlavin

Skilled Painter

Noah, with Pearl Painters since 2019, serves as Lead Painter in summer. He loves customer reactions to newly painted spaces. In winter, he works at ski resorts and enjoys outdoor activities with his dog.

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About Us

Meet the Team

Pearl Painters' Proficient Painters

Leadership

Brian Kemnitz

Owner

Craig Kuykendall

Production Manager

Luke Hass

Estimator

Luke Hass, with Pearl Painters since 2011, started as an apprentice and is now Head of Sales. He loves seeing clients' satisfaction and enjoys exploring new cafes and stores during commutes. Luke attributes the company's success to its dedicated team and the mentorship of Brian and Craig.

Job Site Management

Traynor Daline

Job Site Manager

Traynor joined us in 2022 and enjoys job challenges, ensuring no surprises and clear communication. He loves seeing the finished project. Outside of work, Traynor spends time with his black lab, large family, and enjoys backpacking, camping, sports, and movies.

Jeff McCracken

Job Site Manager

Jeff, with Pearl Painters since 2022, prides himself on transforming homes from "funky" to beautifully painted. He values the organization and friendliness that distinguish Pearl Painters from other contractors. Outside work, Jeff enjoys fishing and camping.

Isaiah Hines

Job Site Manager

Since 2022, Isaiah has ensured jobs run smoothly with meticulous attention to detail. Outside work, he enjoys spending time with his dog and cats and playing disc golf at Portland's courses.

Painting Team

Liane Stole

Skilled Painter

Liane joined Pearl Painters in April 2020 and values accountability, integrity, and maintaining a respectful, clean workspace. Passionate about gardening, she enjoys connecting with clients who share her love of plants and nature.

Edder Paz

Skilled Painter

Edder joined Pearl Painters in 2023 and has enjoyed learning new techniques and values our structured, organized approach. He loves seeing customer’s joyful reactions to home transformations. Outside work, he enjoys family time and fishing.

Coran Bourdeau

Skilled Painter

Coran, who joined Pearl Painters in 2023, enjoys “playing with paint” and delivering high-quality work. He loves exploring the PNW, disc golf, snowboarding, dogs, the Oregon Coast, and the Portland foodie scene.

Noah Schlavin

Skilled Painter

Noah, with Pearl Painters since 2019, serves as Lead Painter in summer. He loves customer reactions to newly painted spaces. In winter, he works at ski resorts and enjoys outdoor activities with his dog.