​Max is a University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management alumnus turned entrepreneur. He built Kona from the ground up—starting with Section 8 housing projects on his own, and steadily growing it into one of the leading luxury painting brands in Minnesota. 

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"I started painting at 15, continuing all the way through high school and college. Over the years, I saw firsthand how unprofessional the painting industry really was.​

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So, over ten years ago, I set out to redefine what it meant to be a painter. Instead of just slapping a coat on the wall, we specialize in the finishes most painters can’t do - Roman clay. Limewash. Enameling. Full On-Site Refinishing. Dark & Moody Dead Flat Paint. Whole-Home Top to Bottom Finishes. - You name it, we have done it. 

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Thousands of successful projects later, our brand has been entrusted with projects in collaboration with Minnesota's top luxury realtors, award-winning design firms, and passionate & detail oriented homeowners. 

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We don't just show up and paint. We're a design partner. Whether it's a small refresh or a full-blown luxury remodel, we help design your space from the start. We speak both design & construction —and how to integrate seamlessly with designers, builders, and trades—so nothing gets lost between the gaps of your dream space.

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Additionally, as licensed real estate professionals, we understand value, presentation, and market expectations. Through trending colors, design, staging, and professional-grade coating systems, we elevate property values. 

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If your project requires detail and expert experience, we're the right team for you."