Along with marking 60 years in business, Home Hardware dealer-owners had a lot to celebrate during the Home Hardware Homecoming 2024, which took place from Sept. 12-14 in Toronto, Canada. Homecoming provided a chance for networking, product discovery and plenty …
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Wholesaler Central: From Buying Show to Brick-and-Mortar
By Jake Kalnitz SVP, Chief Merchandising Officer True Value In 2024, why do wholesale shows matter? Of course, they’re fun and a good excuse to travel—but how do they help you operate and grow your home improvement business? True Value’s …
Read More »10 Reasons to Attend the 2024 Independent Home Improvement Conference
There is still time to book your trip to the Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) and experience three days of education aimed at bringing ROI to your business. Discover new ideas and solutions from exciting keynote presentations, engaging panel …
Read More »HDA Hosts Sold-Out Group Merchandising Conference in Indy
Last week, Hardlines Distribution Alliance (HDA) hosted its 21st Group Merchandising Conference (GMC) in Indianapolis. Attendees of the sold-out event took part in new events, including a new vendor preview, and enjoyed returning activities like the pre-scheduled meetings with vendors. …
Read More »Koelnmesse Expands With Exclusive Design Show in Colombia
As part of its international strategy, Koelnmesse and its International Furniture and Interiors Fair (IMM Cologne) have entered into a strategic partnership with Colombia’s La Feria De Diseño Medellín, the leading design event in Latin America and The Caribbean. This …
Read More »2024 NHS Sends Attendees Home With Practical Takeaways and Renewed Energy
Attendees of the 2024 National Hardware Show (NHS) left Las Vegas last week with new product ideas to add to their operations, insightful takeaways from educational sessions and an infusion of positive energy and new business relationships. The event, which …
Read More »NHPA Top Guns Program Recognizes Industry Innovators
For the past 18 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has recognized high-achieving retailers in the independent home improvement channel with the Top Guns Awards program. Top Guns honorees are pillars of innovation and forward-thinking who have …
Read More »2 Industry Events Join Forces at the Independent Home Improvement Conference
In six months, two respected industry events—the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) Independents Conference and The Hardware Conference—will come together to form the Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference). Hardware Retailing sat down with NHPA COO and publisher …
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