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Former Project Manager and Executive Assistant Swaps Corporate Life for Fresh Coat Painters Ownership

Former Project Manager and Executive Assistant Swaps Corporate Life for Fresh Coat Painters Ownership

After a corporate layoff, Giovanni Cosentino took a chance on himself, turning to a painting franchise for a scalable business opportunity.

Morgan Wood

By Morgan Wood

1851 Franchise Contributor

November 26, 2025

Former Project Manager and Executive Assistant Swaps Corporate Life for Fresh Coat Painters Ownership

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