ABC Supply Co. recently announced the openings of new locations in California and Texas. The new Lancaster, California, store, located at 43014 Exchange Pl., will be led by branch manager Rommell Blandino. Blandino has a strong sales background and was …
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EISENWARENMESSE 2026 Registration Now Open
Registration for the premier international hardware show, EISENWARENMESSE, is officially open for the 2026 fair in Cologne, Germany. Around 3,000 exhibitors are expected to showcase offerings at the 2026 show from March 3-6. Attendees are encouraged to register online for …
Read More »DIY Confidence: Equipping Customers With the Tools and Techniques to Tackle Home Maintenance
According to the Home Improvement Research Institute’s Quarterly Homeowner Project Activity Tracker Q1 2025, home maintenance projects were the most popular type of home improvement project completed at the beginning of 2025, with 78% of homeowners taking on plumbing, electrical …
Read More »Profit Power: The Basics of Pricing Strategy
Like many facets of retailing, pricing strategy is part art and part science. How a retailer sets prices will have a direct impact on the viability of the business. Here are five pricing best practices that can help new managers …
Read More »From Service to Sawdust: A Veteran’s Blueprint for Home Improvement Success
Always ready. Always there. The venerable motto of the United States National Guard is what Tim Kromholtz lived out during his time in the Washington Air National Guard and in his executive role in the independent home improvement industry. Kromholtz’s …
Read More »Coverings 2026 Registration Now Open
Coverings, the largest event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has officially opened registration for Coverings 2026, taking place in Las Vegas from March 30 to April 2, 2026. Attendees are encouraged to register early …
Read More »Study Finds Retail Theft and Violence Reach New Heights
Levels of theft and violence are increasing in the retail industry, according to a new study released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and the Loss Prevention Research Council and sponsored by Sensormatic Solutions. The Impact of Theft & Violence …
Read More »Consumer Confidence Down in October
Consumer confidence in October decreased by one point in October to 94.6, according to The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index. This number is down from 95.6 in September. The Present Situation Index, based on consumers’ assessment of current business and …
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