Matt Shoup Founded M & E Painting with only $100 to his name in 2005. He did this after being laid off from the corporate world. This event only reignited Matts true passion for entrepreneurship, and he has never looked back. M & E Painting was founded on the principles that governs Matts lifeintegrity, courage, determination, excellence, and passion. Since then, M & E Painting has grown to a multi-million-dollar, award winning company and Northern Colorados largest and most recognized painting contractor. From 2005 to 2010, the company grew 500%! Local and nationwide press and media recognize M & E as a business of merit that has fostered a loyal and dedicated team and customer base, and the M & E brand is synonymous with pursuit of excellence, growth, superior leadership, commitment to quality and giving back to the community. Since inception, M & E Painting has served over 3,000 clients and maintains a 98% customer satisfaction rating. In 2009, Matt founded his second company Shoup Consulting. Matts mission is to inspire entrepreneurs around the world. He does this by speaking, writing, and coaching.

Professional Awards for Matt Shoup Nominated for the 2009 40 Under 40 Award by the Northern Colorado Business Report Named one of Northern Colorados 30 Rising Stars by Northern Colorado Business Report in 2010. Finalist for the 2009 Loveland Chamber of Commerce Heart Award Finalist for the 2009 Fort Collins Chamber of Commerce Young Professional of the Year Award Named one of the Top 5 Most Influential Young Professionals in Colorado by Colorado Biz Magazine in 2010 Awards for M & E Painting Finalist for the 2009 Loveland Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award Finalist for the 2009 Loveland Chamber of Commerce Survivor Award Finalist for the 2010 American Business Awards Business of the Year (up to 100 Employees) #8 on the Mercury 100 List of Northern Colorado's Fastest Growing Companies in 2010 One of 40 Finalists for the 2010 and 2011 INC Magazine and Winning Workplaces Top Small Workplaces in the Country Named 1 of 50 Colorado Companies to Watch by Colorado Biz Magazine in 2010 #1724 on the 2010 INC 5000 List of America's Fastest Growing Private Companies # 243 on the list of Colorado's Top 250 Private Companies in 2010

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