Michael Rolland

The Paint Shed

Retail

Episode

45

Your Hosts

Alan Smith, Alex Richards

Episode Guide

In this episode of Edinburgh Business Stories, we sit down with Michael Rolland, Managing Director of The Paint Shed and fourth-generation leader in the paint and coatings industry. Michael shares his journey from working in recruitment to leading a family business dating back to 1875.

He dives into the rapid growth of The Paint Shed, the business’ acquisition by Brewers Decorator Centres, and how he’s successfully navigated the challenges of transitioning the company into one of the UK’s leading paint retailers. In this episode Michael and the team cover a range of topics from discovering a market gap and how he capitalised on it, navigating the shift from owner to employee after selling the business, how customer commitment drive success and the everyday logistical challenges of running a paint supply business.

Don’t miss his tips on seizing opportunities, adapting to change, and the power of resilience in business!