Walmart recently announced its new training program for small businesses, Grow with US. The program is aimed at providing small U.S. businesses with training, mentorship and resources needed to grow their business with Walmart. “Small businesses play a powerful role …
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Lowe’s announced the launch of Mylow Companion, an AI tool aimed at improving customer service and accelerating associate onboarding using retail technology. The app provides quick access to product details, project advice and inventory information for sales floor associate devices. Lowe’s …
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The Mead Family Cancer Center is set to open in Columbus, Nebraska, as part of the Columbus Community Hospital (CCH), funded by a gift from the former owners of Mead Lumber. The cancer center has plans to open in fall …
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According to the U.S. Labor Department, 177,000 jobs were added by U.S. employers in April. The unemployment rate in April remained unchanged at 4.2%. These numbers indicate that the U.S. labor market remains in good condition. The solid labor market …
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Town & Country Store’s long-running dog adoption program has saved countless dogs and puppies in Bryan, Ohio, many at risk of being euthanized. Owner Scott Sullivan and his wife opened Town & Country in 2002. Growing up working for Quality …
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The Home Depot announced it is now offering tax-free shopping to more military families nationwide with the expansion of its partnerships with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service and the Navy Exchange Service Command. The program, initially applied to …
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Empowering Employees to Share Skillsets Enhances Workplace Knowledge By Dan Kurash Perhaps the number one service an independent home improvement store can offer a customer is quick, knowledgeable advice in particular categories. When there’s a leak or a light out, …
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Ace Retail Holdings recently announced two key promotions in the company. Jennifer Schadegg has been promoted to director of merchandising for Ace Retail Holdings. Previously, Schadegg worked as a senior category manager and director of merchandising for Westlake Ace Hardware. …
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