# Paula Blankenship

> Founder, Heirloom Traditions ALL-IN-ONE Paint

Paula Blankenship is an American entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Heirloom Traditions Paint, a company based in Kentucky that specializes in user-friendly, all-in-one paint products designed for DIY enthusiasts. Her journey into the paint industry began in 2013 when, as a single mother and commercial interior designer, she started selling paint from her kitchen to teach her teenage son about entrepreneurship.   

Drawing from a family legacy of entrepreneurial women, Blankenship leveraged her background in furniture retail and interior design to develop a line of proprietary paints that eliminate the need for sanding, priming, or sealing. Her innovative approach and strategic use of social media marketing propelled Heirloom Traditions Paint to significant growth, with the company achieving $4.5 million in sales shortly after its inception and reaching $10 million the following year in 2016.  

Under her leadership, the company expanded its product line to include solutions for automotive interior restoration and transitioned to a 49% employee-owned model through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This move reflects her commitment to empowering her team and fostering a collaborative business environment.  

Blankenship’s success has earned her recognition in the industry, with Forbes dubbing her the “Queen of Paint” for her contributions to innovative DIY products.  

Beyond her professional achievements, Paula loves being a grandmother and also enjoys painting in her studio and spending time with her family.

## Offerings

- Video call (15 min): $200.00

## Links

- [Expert profile](/PaulaBlankenship)
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- [Marketplace](/marketplace)