Wankel’s Hardware in Manhattan has a history of offering immigrants opportunities to achieve the American dream. In the 1970s, the business, which opened in 1896, began pursuing prospective employees who needed help establishing new lives for themselves. Katherine Wankel, current …
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Lights, Camera, Home Depot?
In addition to serving DIYers and professionals, The Home Depot has made its way into show business with a store devoted to the film industry. The Home Depot Studio Store is located inside the the film and entertainment studio complex Pinewood Atlanta Studios in …
Read More »Meet NRHA Chairman Adam Busscher
Located in the heart of Ontario’s idyllic Prince Edward County, Picton could very well be the small town that most people imagine when they reminisce about the “good old days.” Beautiful views of Prince Edward Bay flank Picton’s vibrant main street. Small, locally owned shops …
Read More »Newell Rubbermaid Buys Jarden, Forms New Company
This week, Newell Rubbermaid announced it will acquire Jarden Corp., the company known for popular consumer goods from brands such as Crock-Pot and Coleman, for $15.4 billion, according to USA Today. Rubbermaid, which produces products like Sharpie, Paper Mate and Irwin, is buying Jarden …
Read More »True Value Announces Spring Reunion Speaker
True Value Company has announced that Marcus Lemonis, host of CNBC’s hit show “The Profit,” will give the keynote address at the opening of the company’s three-day 2016 Spring Reunion. Lemonis will speak Feb. 18 before the True Value Reunion, which runs Feb. …
Read More »What Are Your Business Resolutions for the New Year?
A new year is right around the corner. As you reflect on the past year and think about what you hope to accomplish in 2016, ask yourself, “What are my business resolutions for the new year?” We asked a few …
Read More »National Hardware Show Appoints Program Leader
John Shields has joined the National Hardware Show® team to support the show’s attendee programs and extend its relationships with hardware and home improvement professionals. Shields comes to the National Hardware Show with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. …
Read More »Lowe’s Makes Executive Changes
Lowe’s Companies, Inc., announced the promotions of two executives. The company promoted Marci P. Grebstein to chief marketing officer, effective immediately. Lowe’s also promoted Erin K. Sellman to senior vice president of strategy, insights and planning. Both will report to Michael A. Jones, chief customer …
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