The Estes family has maintained ownership of the business since it was established in 1931 by W. W. Estes and continues to run it. In 1990, Robey W. Estes, Jr. was promoted to the position of president of the corporation. In 2001, he was promoted to the position of chairman and CEO. In 2023, his son Webb Estes took over as COO and President of the company after his passing.