D.L. Couch
Business of the Year has it covered
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STORY BY DARREL RADFORD
PHOTOS BY MARIA STRAUSS
all-to-wall enthusiasm, gratitude and hometown pride rise with the creative designs at D.L. Couch and Associates – literally.
D.L. Couch, honored as the New CastleHenry County Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year is also known as one of the best places to work.
From humble beginnings and just three employees in 1985, today Dennis Couch says the wall-covering firm sells more commercial wall covering products than any other entity in the world, with clients in 23 states and overseas. The company – which employs 50 people locally and 75 overall – was named the New Castle-Henry County Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year in March. That honor came on the heels of the company making a statewide “best places to work” list. “Coming from the community that’s our home, it’s very special. When you get recognized by local peers, it’s always a great feeling.” Dennis said. A New Castle native, Couch smiles when reflecting on the poetic CONTINUED ON PAGE 26
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