Matt Boden is the owner of Fresh Coat Painters of Tampa and an award-winning entrepreneur who transformed his life after beating cancer and leaving a 20-year hospitality career. Recognized nationally with Fresh Coat’s Rookie of the Year and President’s Award, Matt has been featured in major outlets including US News & World Report, Bob Vila, and Homes & Gardens. After surviving stage-two cancer at just 27, he gained a new perspective on purpose, family, and meaningful work. The sudden passing of his father later pushed him to finally pivot out of hospitality and build a business that aligned with his values and lifestyle. Today, Matt is known as “The Paint Dad,” blending hospitality-level service with professional painting while giving back to families facing cancer through his Fresh Coat Cares initiative. His journey highlights resilience, reinvention, and the power of putting people first.