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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 discussions, four breakout tracks and educational partner events at the IHI Conference, taking place August 27-29 in Marco Island, Florida.

Still not convinced the IHI Conference should be on your calendar for 2024? Here are 10 reasons why you can’t miss the industry event of the year. Register by July 15 to save $200!

  1. GAIN ROI FOR THE MODERN MARKETPLACE
    Revolving around the theme of Retail Operations and Innovation (ROI), the IHI Conference will focus on delivering attendees actionable ideas and content they can take back to their operations and drive improvements in today’s ever-changing and dynamic retail environment.
  2. GO OUTSIDE YOUR CIRCLE
    Several industry partners, including Epicor, Do it Best and Orgill, will be hosting partner events throughout the week, welcoming all conference attendees to enjoy educational sessions and networking events to connect with the industry.
  3. CONNECT WITH THE INDUSTRY
    The hundreds of attendees will include retailers from virtually every wholesaler, store type, size and location, so you’ll be in the perfect place to expand your network for best practices.
  4. DISCOVER PRODUCTS AND SOLUTIONS
    In between breakout and general sessions, connect with some of the industry’s most innovative vendors in the exhibitor area and meet companies that can help you improve your ROI and more.
  5. ENGAGE WITH EXCITING KEYNOTES
    The main stage hosts three dynamic keynote speakers who will inspire, educate and illuminate. Keynote speakers include Al Comeaux, change management expert and former executive at Travelocity, GE and American Airlines; Arthur Greeno, owner and operator of two Chick-fil-A restaurants in Tulsa, Oklahoma; and Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger, former Notre Dame football player and inspiration for the hit movie “Rudy.”
  6. LEARN FROM EXPERTS
    The main stage will also host three panel sessions led by industry experts and fellow retailers sharing insights on employee hiring and retention, reaching growth goals and innovating in your operation.
  7. DIVE INTO SPECIFIC TOPICS
    The IHI Conference morning breakout sessions will deliver curated insights with specialized breakout sessions delving into technology, operations, employee engagement and marketing, merchandising and advertising.
  8. CELEBRATE THE INDUSTRY’S BEST
    During the IHI Conference, three prestigious industry awards—the Beacon Awards, the Top Guns Awards and the Young Retailer of the Year Awards—will honor retailers making positive impacts in their operations, their communities and the industry as a whole.
  9. BE A WINNER
    IHI Conference attendees will have the chance to win two big giveaways. The winner of the Lead to Succeed Giveaway will receive an NHPA In-Store Leadership Training and the winner of the Race Day Giveaway goes home with tickets to the 2025 Indianapolis 500.
  10. ENJOY FUN AND SUN
    The IHI Conference will take place at the stunning JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort. Before and after conference events, you’ll have plenty of time to take in beautiful beachfront views and enjoy the resort’s three pools, golf, excursions and more.

Learn more about the IHI Conference and register today!

About Lindsey Thompson

Lindsey joined the NHPA staff in 2021 as an associate editor for Hardware Retailing magazine. A native of Ohio, Lindsey earned a B.S. in journalism and minors in business and sociology from Ohio University. She loves spending time with her husband, two kids, two cats and one dog, as well as doing DIY projects around the house, going to concerts, boating and cheering on the Cleveland Indians.

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