Colby Tolbert.
Mesquite roots. A career in the trades. A family-owned company that believes showing up for people still matters.
Made in Mesquite
Colby Tolbert graduated from Poteet High School in Mesquite in 2008, where he played varsity football. In February 2026, Mesquite ISD profiled him in its “Made in Mesquite” alumni series and described how discipline, resilience and teamwork helped shape his career as a trade entrepreneur.
Rather than following a traditional college path, he entered the workforce and learned the garage-door trade from the ground up. His early experience included working inside the family’s door-industry world and developing the technical knowledge and customer-service approach that would define Tolbert Garage Door.
Built in the field, not a boardroom
In a 2026 interview on the Everyday Excellence podcast, Colby described the company’s origins, its early emphasis on commercial customers, and his commitment to keeping the business rooted in North Texas. He discussed the value of a real Mesquite showroom, investing in people, and building relationships that outlast an advertisement.
Leadership is personal
He is known for staying close to daily operations and for encouraging young people to consider careers in the trades. Local sports, school programs, first responders, radio partnerships and charitable events have become visible parts of Tolbert Garage Door’s identity.
Colby believes garage-door work can be an opportunity to serve families and businesses while helping others build sustainable careers. That perspective guides the company’s approach to customers and the communities it serves.
Independent features and conversations
Selected for Marquis Who’s Who in 2023.
The official Mesquite ISD alumni profile states that Colby Tolbert was selected for Marquis Who’s Who in 2023, recognizing individuals for their professional contributions. It also documents his appearances on CBS 11 News and Good Morning Texas.
His 2018 CBS interview featured his expertise on the security risks of stolen garage remotes. A separate WFAA Good Morning Texas sponsored segment introduced the company to viewers across North Texas.
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