Benny Montalbano is in the business of turning houses into homes. With over 20 years of experience in maintenance, Benny launched Elite Painting Services Plus in 2011, combining his passion for painting with a commitment to quality. His Long Island-based residential painting business has flourished, gaining traction largely through dedication and word-of-mouth.
Elite’s reputation shines through its strong social media presence, with over 1,800 Facebook followers and more than 190 positive reviews on Google. The company has received multiple “Best of Long Island” awards and nominations and actively supports local causes, such as Breast Cancer Awareness campaigns and partnerships with organizations like the Malverne Chamber of Commerce. He serves as the Social Media Lead for the Malverne Chamber of Commerce.
Montalbano along with 39 other honorees who were cited for their civic efforts at the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce 39th annual Businessperson of the Year and Legislative Breakfast at the Crest Hollow Country Club on Oct. 25.
Elite Painting’s work has even been featured on NBC’s George to the Rescue, where Benny and his team tackled projects like restoring a historic landmark to improve children’s safety. Benny’s devotion to family—including his wife, Maria, and their two sons, Sal and Luca—reflects Elite’s core mission: “Taking the PAIN out of painting.”
Established in 1979, the Nassau Council seeks to address the business issues that members consider critical. The current president is Franklin A. Camarano Jr.
The council is at 1576 Front St. in East Meadow. The number is (516) 253-0124. The email is info@ncchambers.org and the website is NCChambers.org.