Benjamin Moore has picked October Mist as its Color of the Year 2022. The gently shaded sage quietly anchors a room while encouraging creative expression through color. October Mist is part of Benjamin Moore’s Color Trends 2022 palette, composed of …
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3 Ways to Combat Supply Chain Issues This Holiday Season
No industry is immune to the supply chain woes gripping the retail world. While consumers are well aware of the issues, they are still looking for answers and relying on their favorite retailers to still provide the products they need. …
Read More »4 Ways to Provide Mental Health Support to Your Employees
It’s no secret that COVID-19 has taxed us all physically and mentally. Poor mental health doesn’t just affect someone’s personal life, but also has an impact on their work life, which is why employers should be concerned about their employees’ …
Read More »Ace Hits No. 4 on Franchise Times’ Top 400 List
Ace Hardware, the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the world, reached the No. 4 spot on Franchise Times’ Top 400 List. The company moved up from its No. 5 ranking last year. The Franchise Times’ Top 400 List is an annual …
Read More »Sharing Your Special Event on Social for Extra Exposure
Promoting your event ahead of time is crucial to getting people to attend, but it’s just as important to share during and after on your social media channels. We’ve provided a brief guide to sharing on social media before, during …
Read More »HVAC Products to Stock for Homeowners
Installing or repairing an air conditioning unit is best left to the professionals, but your homeowner and DIY customers can still take steps to keep their equipment in working order. Here are some of the products you can sell in …
Read More »Do it Best Celebrates Record-Breaking Year at Fall Market
For the first time since February 2020, Do it Best members and vendors convened at the Indiana Convention Center for the co-op’s fall 2021 buying market, held Sept. 27-30 in Indianapolis. In addition to being the first in-person buying opportunity …
Read More »2021 Halloween Spending Expected to Top $10 Billion
Retailers can expect a sweet year for Halloween spending this year. The National Retail Federation (NRF) conducted its Annual 2021 Halloween Spending Survey and based on the results, is predicting that spending for the holiday will top $10 billion in …
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