Halifax Painting Team
Our seasoned team of professional painters strives to please.
Mike Benteau
President
With over 40 years in the painting industry, Mike has transformed Elite Trade Painting into one of Canada’s most sophisticated service franchises. He recognized early on that success in the painting industry wasn’t just about quality work; it was about developing systems that deliver consistent results and exceptional customer service. As founder, he has played a key role in creating Elite Trade Painting’s proprietary estimating system and operational processes, drawing from decades of hands-on experience in the field. Based in Halifax, Mike continues to lead the company’s vision of combining professional expertise with technological innovation to revolutionize the painting industry.
Karen
Karen has been with Elite Trade Painting Halifax since its birth in 1991, bringing extensive administrative expertise in communications, advertising, and bookkeeping. She enjoys providing a professional experience for both customers and staff, and still finds it amazing how paint can transform spaces. Outside work, Karen cooks, gardens, boats, and provides respite care for families dealing with autism.
Chadd
Chadd joined Elite in 2023, following in the footsteps of his father, the company president. With extensive experience from his student painting days as both painter and franchise manager, Chadd enjoys meeting new clients and learning about their lives. His approach to customer service puts a priority on quick, detailed communication.
Curtis
Curtis has been with Elite Halifax since 2006, working his way up to Production Manager. With nearly two decades of experience in the industry, he excels in project management and team leadership. Curtis lives by Henry Ford’s philosophy: “Quality means doing it right when no one is looking.” A proud highlight was painting Theodore Tugboat in Halifax Harbor.
Chris
Bio coming soon!
Shawn
Bio coming soon!