About Sun Painting

Who We Are

Sun Painting is a family business that has provided top-tier, professional painting services to the Charlottesville area since 1988. We aim to listen to our customers, interpret their project goals, and deliver results exceeding expectations.

mission statement

Our vision is to build trust with our clients through prompt and courteous service, accountability, and competitive pricing. We strive to develop relationships that last long after the brushes are put down, whether under our extensive warranties or meeting your future project needs. 

The actual test of a quality paint job is not its appearance upon completion but rather its appearance years later.

Meet the Team

Al Savory

Al Savory

Owner

Al relocated to Virginia in 1977.  Having been a dedicated company member since its inception, Al’s commitment and passion for the business eventually led him to take the reins as the primary owner in 2004. He is a graduate of the University of Virginia.  Al enjoys UVA sports and hanging with his mastiff, Rose. 

Brian Zollicoffer

Brian Zollicoffer

General Manager

Born in Winston Salem, North Carolina, Brian moved to Charlottesville in 2023. He was in the United States Army for 8 years, along with over 20 years of management experience in General Manager and Area Director roles.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Mandy, and children. His love of college sports is evident, especially football and basketball. In his free time, he enjoys playing recreational sports and reading.

Demitri Alicakos

Demitri Alicakos

Project Manager & VP of Development

Born in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in the idyllic town of Oceanport, New Jersey, Demitri is a dedicated professional who moved to Charlottesville in June 2021.

Demitri earned his BS in Business Management at Rowan University, and has over 12 years of invaluable experience in the painting industry. Notably, over a decade as a sales representative and branch manager at Sherwin-Williams, contributing significantly to the company’s success.

Demitri enjoys traveling, all sports, cooking, and spending time with his wife, Zara, and their two children.

Larry Noel

Larry Noel

Supervisor

Born in Tappahannock, Virginia, Larry has been a proud resident of Charlottesville since moving to the area in 1995. With over 17 years of experience in the painting industry, he has honed his skills and expertise, earning a reputation as a respected professional.

Outside of his professional work, Larry is passionate about traveling, staying active, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He also gives back to the community through his volunteer work at the Boys and Girls Club, where he positively impacts the lives of young people.

Andrea Black

Andrea Black

Supervisor

Andrea relocated to Charlottesville in 1977, and has a rich history and connection to the community.  She received her degree from the University of Virginia.

Andrea devoted her career to education as a teacher for 18 years. After that, she joined Sun Painting to help her brother Al’s endeavors 2.5 years ago.

Andrea has a love of horses, enjoys hiking, running, reading, and cooking.