Since 1969, there have been seven presidents. Also, since 1969 there has been only one Goens Brothers and we're still here today - growing and providing excellence in service.

    In 1969, Ron and his brother John left jobs with area painting contractors to start their own business. The Goens brothers had served apprenticeships with their father, who was also a painting contractor, and Ron's sons have since joined the trade. John Goens II came on board in 1982, and Ron Goens Jr. started in 1985. Both sons work as project estimators.

    Business grew gradually over the years with a number of major restoration projects, including the historic Kansas City Public Library building at 900 Locust, owned by Ozark National Life Insurance. Specializing in historic preservation led naturally to lead abatement. Goens Brothers abatement crews are specially trained and licensed in the State of Missouri. Other high-profile projects have included Station Casino, Kauffman Stadium, Muehlebach Hotel and The Great Mall of the Great Plains.

    Ron plans to keep it all in the family. When his brother John retired in 1989, Ron bought his interests. And when Ron retires, his sons will take over - thus keeping it the "Goens Brothers." Today, Goens Brothers family of companies includes - Goens Brothers Painting, Goens Lead Abatement Inc. and Goens Equipment Rental & Sales.

   A long-time member of The Builders' Association, which has provided valuable training and information about new jobs, Ron is also a member of the Painting & Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA) and the Construction Specification Institute. Ron is committed to Kansas City and to his company's future.