Joe Swortz, a U.S. Army veteran and a financial controller in the independent channel, attributes his current leadership and teamwork skills to his time in the military. Motivated by the desire to go to college without financially impacting his parents, …
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Celebrating its 20th year honoring trailblazing retailers in the channel, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has named its 2026 Top Guns Awards honorees, including Denise Brookhouse, CEO of Koopman Lumber, which is based in the Northeast. “Top …
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The summer of 2026 is packed with celebrations expected to give retailers a boost as consumers spend on travel, sporting events, community gatherings and holidays, according to a new economic outlook from the National Retail Federation (NRF). In its latest …
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Gypsum Management & Supply (GMS) announced its acquisition of Central Materials, a stucco, stone, EIFS and masonry distributor that operates two locations in South Texas’s Rio Grande Valley. “We are excited to welcome Central Materials and its highly respected, customer …
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Data from the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) shows a notable shift in the current housing market: while fewer Americans are taking on home improvement projects, those who do are spending significantly more. According to HIRI’s recent Q1 2026 Homeowner …
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Registration is now open for the 2026 Do it Best and True Value Fall Market, taking place Sept. 25–28 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company’s largest and most important buying event of the year will bring …
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Heavy Duty Duct Tape (SPONSORED) 3M™ Heavy Duty Duct Tape is essential for every toolbox. It features an improved adhesive for quick sealing, holding and repairing. Easy to apply, it tears by hand lengthwise or crosswise for versatility. Its smooth, …
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Improper fall protection was the most-cited OSHA violation in 2025. OSHA violations carry a financial penalty that the assessed company must pay. Last year, those penalties were $16,550 for each violation, as well as each day an employer fails to …
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