Do it Best Group recently announced the appointment of Morgan Lewis to director of human resources operations and shared services. Lewis brings experience in building effective HR programs and leadership in the manufacturing sector. In her new role, she will …
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The Song and Dance of Customer Returns
By Dan Kurash, Store Manager at JC Licht When it comes to a contractor and DIY-centered home improvement location, it can be important to keep in mind this word regarding counter sales: reciprocation. Reciprocation within any interaction lends itself to …
Read More »ABC Supply Expands in Mississippi
ABC Supply Co. Inc. announced it has acquired Exterior Home Products, LLC. in Columbus, Mississippi. This acquisition marks ABC Supply’s fourth location in Mississippi. “We’re thrilled to welcome Exterior Home Products to the ABC Supply family,” says Scott Toumbleston, Southeast …
Read More »July Sees Decline in New Home Sales
Potential homebuyers continue to be deterred by high mortgage rates, rising construction costs and economic uncertainty, according to an analysis by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Newly built single-family home sales dropped 0.6% in July, falling to 652,000 annually, …
Read More »Envision Outdoor Living Products Expands Canadian Distribution
Envision Outdoor Living Products announced its expansion of product availability in Canada with its newest distributor, Royal Building Solutions. “As a leading provider of exterior products across much of Canada, Royal Building Solutions is an ideal partner as we grow …
Read More »5 Products for a Fall Porch
According to The Spruce, focusing on using vertical space, adding statement accents and peppering a porch with plants and pumpkins make any entryway stand out in the autumn season. Hardware Retailing recommends these four products to craft a cozy fall …
Read More »5 Products for Fall Exterior Home Projects
According to the Home Improvement Research Institute’s (HIRI) Quarterly Contractor Business Tracker Q2 2025 report, demand for outdoor products saw growth in the second quarter of 2025, driven by seasonal activity and a modest shift toward exterior project investment. As fall …
Read More »Submarines to Supply Chains: Ty Sordelet’s Transition From the Navy to the Independent Channel
A shared commitment and the ability to contribute to something greater than himself are what pushed Ty Sordelet to join the U.S. Navy in 2006. “I wanted to serve my country and lead others who had the same commitment to …
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