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Annie Palmer

Annie joined the NHPA staff in 2024 as a content development coordinator on the editorial team. Annie was born and raised in the Indianapolis area and graduated from Lipscomb University with a B.B.A. in Marketing. Her favorite hobbies include baking, photography, traveling and visiting coffee shops.

Highlights From the 2025 International Hardware Fair Italy

International Hardware Fair

The second International Hardware Fair Italy came to a close last week in Milan, Italy, after welcoming 320 exhibitors from 22 countries and over 5,600 visitors from 53 countries. Participants gathered for two days of exhibitions, demonstrations, networking and conferences. …

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Home Hardware Names New Board Chair

Home Hardware Chair of the Board

Home Hardware Stores Limited appointed Julie Pouliot as chair of the board. Pouliot will succeed Christine Hand, who is retiring after 22 years of service on the board. “We are fortunate to have someone of Julie’s experience and commitment as …

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Retail Sales Surge in April Amid Tariff Concerns

April retail sales

Retail sales grew in April as consumers prepared for the higher prices expected because of the tariffs, according to the National Retail Federation’s CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Sales for building and garden supply stores were up 2.77% month over month seasonally …

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Westlake Ace Hardware Expands in California

Westlake Ace Acquisition Dale Hardware

Westlake Ace Hardware announced it has agreed to acquire Dale Hardware Inc., a family-owned Ace retailer in Fremont, California. The acquisition will be completed July 28, 2025. Dale Hardware will be rebranded as Ace Hardware of Fremont after the finalized …

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HIRI Study Finds Renters Embrace DIY and Digital Channels

HIRI renter study

The Home Improvement Research Institute’s Renter’s Home Improvement Activity Study examines how and why renters are taking on more home improvement projects, providing a detailed look at renters’ behaviors, motivations and future intentions. The study found that renters prioritize affordable, …

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Koopman Lumber Contributes to Community Initiative

Koopman Lumber donation

Koopman Lumber is contributing to the well-being of its community members and the environment. The Massachusetts-based lumber store donated $45,000 to The Blackstone Heritage Corridor, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving, promoting and celebrating the Blackstone Valley’s historic and natural resources. The …

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