Indianapolis welcomed back Do it Best members, vendors and channel partners for the co-op’s 2024 Fall Market September 6-9. The focus of the event—and the co-op’s priorities for its next fiscal year—are all related to driving growth for members through …
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The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) union, which represents 45,000 workers at major container ports, and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) are currently in negotiations as the union’s contract expires September 30. In a report from Reuters, the groups have …
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Discount home goods retailer Big Lots announced today it has filed for Chapter 11, and its stores and operations have been acquired by private equity firm Nexus Capital Management. “The actions we are taking today will enable us to move …
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Do it Best announced the promotion of Lauren Wilson to building materials divisional purchasing manager, effective immediately. Wilson will enhance the company’s long-term, program-driven procurement process by fostering strategic supplier relationships that align with the growth goals of the Lumber …
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Do it Best has announced Kerry Hasselbach as the co-op’s new director of marketing. Hasselbach brings more than 20 years of experience and a proven track record of success in leadership roles across the home and retail industries, making her …
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Earlier this week, Valspar announced its 2025 Color of the Year: Encore (available at Lowe’s) and Epic Adventure (available at independent home improvement stores). To learn more about this bold color selection and for more on the strategy behind selecting a color …
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Festool announced a groundbreaking tool setting new standards for overhead tasks. The ExoActive exoskeleton supports users under the arm, taking effort out of strenuous work on walls or ceilings. It will be available starting Sept. 12, retailing at $3,495. “We …
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84 Lumber has opened its newest door shop in Lawrence, Pennsylvania, housed in a 41,250-square-foot facility. The space is equipped with a door line and stair machine, dedicated to hanging interior doors, as well as building installation-ready stairs for the …
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