About US

Dozens of Coatings. Hundreds of Uses. Unlimited Throughput. One Perfect Finish.

At E.L. Stone Company, we don’t just sell coatings — we solve problems. Our mission has always been simple: deliver better solutions, build real relationships, and stand behind everything we do.
— Jesse Micire, President
1955
EL Stone is Founded
E.L. Stone opens its doors with a simple promise: dependable quality and on-time delivery. The company’s craftsmanship and service mindset set the foundation for decades of growth.
1955
DuPont LIA Recognition
1960s
Earns Licensed Industrial Applicator (LIA) status from DuPont, validating process discipline and coating expertise. This partnership elevates standards and opens doors to higher-spec projects.
DuPont LIA Recognition
1970s–1980s
Reputation for Range & Reliability
Sustained growth as EL Stone builds a name for quality results across a wider array of services. The team invests in training and process control to support complex customer requirements.
1970s–1980s
1992
StoneKote™ Application System
Introduces and trademarks the StoneKote™ application system, formalizing a proprietary approach that delivers consistent coverage, adhesion, and finish across demanding use cases.
1992
2003
ISO-Certified Quality System
Achieves ISO certification, reinforcing a culture of continuous improvement and traceable quality. Customers gain added confidence through documented procedures and rigorous inspection.
2003
2015
Major Material-Handling Expansion
Expands floor space and material-handling capabilities to increase throughput and accommodate larger, heavier parts. The upgrade shortens lead times and improves scheduling flexibility.
2015
2021
New Technology-Forward Headquarters
Opens a new headquarters designed around modern workflow, safety, and automation. Updated infrastructure and equipment ensure EL Stone keeps pace with evolving customer demands.
2021
Jesse Micire, President

Jesse began working at E.L. Stone Company during his high school days and has been employed ever since. He started out as part-time help and learned everything about the company from grounds maintenance up as he finished high school and eventually earned a degree in Supply Chain Operations and Operations Management from The University of Akron in 2008. Jesse has supervised and operated almost every department in the company from general production to EHS, QC, and now overall responsibility for day-to-day operations, sales and service, with his brother and teammate Beau.

Beau Micire, Vice President

Beau Micire, Vice President Beau began working with E.L. Stone Company during his high school days in the mid 1990’s. He has experience in all operations, and has obtained the necessary knowledge through day-to-day operations for over 2 decades and has helped the company improve through intimate knowledge of service and operations. Now, with extensive knowledge in the coatings we apply and how they will meet the end-use of the customer’s needs, Beau has a proven to be a valuable asset in getting the job done right for all customers, both new and old.