About Phil DePaul: The BoomZeal Guy
Lead, Empower, Energize: The BoomZeal Way
Phil DePaul is not your typical business leader; he’s a force of nature. Known as The BoomZeal Guy, DePaul is a visionary entrepreneur, dynamic speaker, and passionate mentor. With an indomitable spirit and an insatiable thirst for growth, he is driven by a bold mission to empower teams, energize communities, and raise standards in both life and service. For the BoomZeal Enterprises CEO, “good enough” is never enough.
BoomZeal isn’t just a name. It’s a mindset—the energy, drive, and relentless push against mediocrity. Whether in business, leadership, or life, DePaul believes in bringing the BOOM (bold action) and ZEAL (unstoppable enthusiasm) to everything he does—from powering businesses to inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs, makers, and innovators.
“Being gritty demands constant improvement from within. Chasing greatness is a dynamic process. It has no endpoint. Be a force that embraces change, to become more than before.” — Phil “The BoomZeal Guy” DePaul
Early Life and Formative Years
Born and raised in Staten Island, NY, and now residing on Long Island, DePaul grew up in an environment emphasizing hard work, resilience, and curiosity. From a young age, he exhibited an entrepreneurial spirit. He was fascinated with competition powered by an internal desire to go deep. It all began with a successful e-commerce website from 1998-2004. The subject matter? Professional wrestling! He takes great pride in the backyard wrestling federation he founded and televised in high school, where his passion and vision came together to form his first brainchild.
DePaul earned his bachelor’s degree in computer science from Wagner College. However, his minors in mathematics and economics reflect his natural talents more accurately. His passion for self-development and learning from his own experiences and the successes and failures of others has fueled his growth. DePaul is deeply committed to self-improvement and actively seeks out growth opportunities.
Early Career and Breakthrough
DePaul’s career began with a part-time data entry position at Coastal Plumbing Supply. Over 14 years, he steadily advanced, becoming a key figure in the company’s expansion from two to five locations. His leadership culminated in the company’s rebranding to Coastal Supply Group, where he served as vice president of strategic development until his departure in 2015. His outstanding achievements led him to take on the role of deputy program manager of construction for The LiRo Group, representing the New York State Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery until 2019. By listening first and leading from the front, he effectively helped coach, organize, and motivate a staff of hundreds of variably skilled professionals into collaborative teams toward a common goal.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Fueled by an unwavering determination to forge his path, DePaul officially entered the world of entrepreneurship in 2019 as the ninth franchisee of United Water Restoration Group, despite having no prior experience. Less than three years later, he expanded his business portfolio by establishing his remodeling company, United Shield Contracting Corp., in early 2022. Later that summer, he acquired a local service provider, Low Price Junk Removal. In the spring of 2023, he launched the Long Island franchise of 1-Tom-Plumber. The amalgamation of all four entities comprises the heart and soul of BoomZeal Enterprises, a full-service property management ecosystem designed to make home maintenance more manageable on Long Island.
Mentorship and the Community
DePaul’s ambition extends beyond business success. He’s passionate about shaping the future by empowering the next generation of leaders. DePaul regularly speaks at high school career day events, motivating and inspiring students to think bigger and pursue paths they may not have considered. He also supports local community groups and serves on The Workforce Partnership, representing Oyster Bay, North Hempstead, and Glen Cove — helping young professionals discover their strengths and potential career paths. His influence extends nationally, too. DePaul holds franchise advisory board positions for United Water Restoration Group and 1-Tom-Plumber, helping shape the direction of these leading service brands.
The BoomZeal Effect 💥
As he continues to navigate the limitless entrepreneurial landscape, DePaul remains steadfast in pursuit of excellence. To understand his motivations, one need not look further than the BoomZeal core values: being solution-oriented, collaborative, accountable, resilient, and dynamic.
For DePaul, BoomZeal is more than just a business; it’s about leading with passion, making a real difference, and helping others find their own inner BOOM and ZEAL. As a teacher and voracious student, he is determined to learn from and inspire his growing “tribe” while continuously raising the bar on what’s possible together.