The only event bringing together all channels of the home improvement industry, the National Hardware Show (NHS) is the ultimate hardware and home improvement event. The 2025 National Hardware Show will take place March 18-20, 2025, in Las Vegas and …
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Celebrate and Empower Women in Home Improvement at NHS
The 2025 National Hardware Show (NHS) springs into action March 18-20, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall. As the premier event for hardware, home improvement, outdoor living and more, NHS is excited to host a star-studded lineup …
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The 2025 National Hardware Show (NHS) springs into action March 18-20, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall. As the premier event for hardware, home improvement, outdoor living and more, NHS is excited to host a star-studded lineup …
Read More »3 Ways FOMM Live! Elevated Retailers’ Merchandising Strategies
The Foundations of Merchandising Management Live! program, hosted by the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) at the 2025 National Hardware Show, provides strategies and tactics for participants to successfully improve and manage merchandising, assortment planning and vendor relations. …
Read More »Attracting Younger Employees to Your Operation
As independent retailers work to find quality employees, one audience that can be tapped into is teenagers and college students. While many in the independent home improvement channel already utilize a younger workforce, for those who don’t, here are some …
Read More »Consumer Price Index Inched Up at End of 2024
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4% on a seasonally adjusted basis in December, after rising 0.3% in November, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The all items index rose 2.9% for the 12 …
Read More »Independent Retailers Stand Strong During Greater Los Angeles Wildfires
In the last two weeks, major wildfires in the greater Los Angeles area have killed 27 people and destroyed more than 14,000 structures. Several in the independent home improvement retail community have been directly impacted, including the Orlandini family, owners …
Read More »AI Brings the Buzz at NRF 2025
Billed as “Retail’s Big Show,” NRF 2025 brought together the biggest names in retail for educational sessions, networking and product discovery. Hosted by the National Retail Federation (NFR), NRF 2025 took place in New York City from Jan. 12-14. John …
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