By Scott Jerousek First and foremost, I would like to congratulate this year’s class of Top Guns recipients. Take a moment and let it sink in—you’re being recognized by your industry as the best of the best. This is a …
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Cross-Training for Survival
By Jeremy Melnick What’s the shortest amount of time a new hire has lasted on the salesfloor before quitting or being fired? A month? A week? A day? An hour? For me, it was 10 minutes. “I don’t sweep or …
Read More »Hot Products – April 29, 2026
Surface Cleaner, 16 in Outflow Surface x ¼ inch Plug (SPONSORED) The Surface Cleaner, 16-inch Outflow Surface x ¼-inch Plug from Forney Industries is a 16-inch pressure washer attachment with dual rotating stainless-steel nozzles for cleaning flat surfaces, including concrete, …
Read More »Big C Lumber Announces New GM
Big C Lumber announced the promotion of Courtney Kaptur to general manager of its location in Three Oaks, Michigan. Kaptur began her career with the company as a kitchen and bath designer and later advanced to assistant manager at the …
Read More »Rural King Opens 150th Store
Rural King announced the grand opening of its new store in Sebring, Florida, marking the company’s 150th location nationwide. Grand opening festivities will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony, tasting event and a free tote bag for the first 150 customers, along …
Read More »Home Depot Acquires Automation Firm
The Home Depot announced it has acquired SIMPL Automation, a Waltham, Massachusetts-based automation and technology systems company. SIMPL uses advanced engineering and AI to help distribution facilities operate faster and more efficiently. Its technology furthers the company’s strategy of same-day/next-day …
Read More »Nation’s Best Taps New COO
Nation’s Best announced the promotion of Kim Peffley to chief operating officer, effective April 12. Peffley previously served as regional vice president of the company’s North Region, bringing more than 30 years of experience in the independent home improvement industry. …
Read More »Trade Careers Gain Ground Among Young Adults
According to estimates from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the U.S. has a structural housing deficit of 1.2 million units. Among the various challenges facing builders, the industry is also facing a shortage of workers in construction trades, …
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