This presentation examines how the recession has affected big boxes in the home improvement industry and how the big boxes have responded to the changing market. It also looks at proprietary consumer research to determine how today’s shoppers perceive the different boxes …
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A Retailer’s Guide to Social Media
This presentation outlines how businesses are using social media today and how independent home improvement retailers can implement social media policies and best practices in their operations to make it an effective promotional and customer engagement tool. It also provides …
Read More »Indiana Retailer Caters to Diverse Downtown Demographic
Keith Payne works hard to make his downtown Indianapolis hardware store stand out. With a handmade granite paint counter, soft pendant lighting, wide aisles and bright, alluring colors and signage, the store resembles a high-end specialty shop with a wide …
Read More »An Innovative Approach to Urban Retailing
Since opening in March, North Meridian Hardware in downtown Indianapolis has gained a lot of attention for its fresh, contemporary store layout and community outreach efforts. In this video, store owner Keith Payne talks about how he’s worked hard to …
Read More »Hartville Hardware Opens Mega Store in Ohio
When referring to home improvement retailing, it’s typical to correlate big outlets with the stark, cement environments often found in warehouse models. But the team at Hartville Hardware had a different idea for their store. When they were planning an …
Read More »Community Minded
To watch the full video, click here. Independent retailers have a long history as community beacons. This webcast will give examples of the most progressive ways today’s independents are maintaining that reputation. Learn from other retailers’ success in this highly …
Read More »The Bonide Revenge
Bonide acquires the Revenge brand and launches new ant control category. Reclaim your territory from invasive ants. Bonide Revenge will help you get rid of those pests for good.
Read More »The Largest Hardware Store in the United States
To watch the full video, click here. Hardware Retailing takes you on a quick tour of the largest independent hardware store in the United States, Hartville Hardware in Ohio.
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