The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE: SHW) is a global manufacturer and distributor of paints, coatings and related products for professional, industrial, commercial and retail customers. Founded in 1866 by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in Cleveland, Ohio, where it is still headquartered, it has more than 64,000 employees, over 5,000 company-operated stores and branches, and does business in more than 120 countries.