Millennium Magazine_6th Ed

21 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine M oving from Maine to Rhode Island, Ryan P. Somers worked as a construction worker and painter for Thomas Construction from 1998 to 2003. Clients consistently raved about his painting skills, and so Mr. Somers pondered the possibility of solely focusing on painting. In 2003, he spearheaded his business, Somers Painting LLC, and has built a reputable name for himself in the South Kingstown community of Rhode Island. Mr. Somers received a BFA in ceramics and glass blowing with a minor in painting from Jacksonville University in Florida in 1996. Now holding a Benjamin Moore staining certification, he serves on the Benjamin Moore Planning and Advisory Board and has a contract with every painting store in the state of Rhode Island. Specializing in interior painting, exterior painting, pressure washing, specialty finishes and decks, Mr. Somers uses only the highest quality products and subscribes to the latest eco-friendly and “green” painting techniques. Notably, Rhode Island Monthly Magazine granted Mr. Somers the Gold Design Award in 2014 for residential interior design, improving from his 2013 Silver Design Award in the same category. He attributes his success to his hard work, passion and dedication to painting. Holding a strong work ethic and never afraid of a challenge, Mr. Somers loves problem-solving and does not like to hear the word “cannot.” He believes there is always a solution to a road bump, and goes above and beyond in order to find an answer. Mr. Somers learned many of these lessons from his mentor Ben Mondor, the owner of the Pawtucket Red Sox, a minor league baseball team. Prior to his painting career, Mr. Somers was a lifeguard and the manager of a surf shop. To this day, he still volunteers for beach clean ups, as well as donates to various charities. Looking ahead, Mr. Somers plans to continue to grow his business and spread his name past state borders as a lead-safe remodeler and renovator. He notes that “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein is his favorite book, and he tries to live his life according to the book’s message. RYAN P. SOMERS OWNER Somers Painting LLC South Kingstown, RI ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION AND REAL ESTATE