Ryan Ringer President | Gold Beach Lumber Yard “I haven’t done it by myself. Getting the right people in the right seat has been fun, and it’s been exciting to watch them grow; I’m very proud of my team. This …
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From Healthcare to Hardware: Meet Top Guns Honoree Hervey Wright
Hervey Wright President | Home Lumber and Supply Co. “It’s a great honor to be recognized for how far we’ve come along. It’s been a trial by fi re, but everybody’s risen to the challenge. This award is an acknowledgment …
Read More »Ace Hardware and Weber Blackstone Pen Exclusive Deal
According to industry sources and corporate communications being circulated, Weber has signed an agreement that will make Ace Hardware and its subsidiary, Emery Jensen Distribution, its exclusive distribution partners within the independent home improvement channel beginning in 2026. This decision …
Read More »Resources for Hiring Military Veterans
Launched earlier this year, the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) Helmets to Home Improvement program is dedicated to celebrating and recognizing industry veterans for their service to our country and their contributions to the independent home improvement channel. …
Read More »Leadership Lessons From Former Top Guns Honorees
Leadership comes in many different forms, as seen in this year’s Top Guns Awards honorees and the long list of Top Guns Awards honorees the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has recognized since 2007. Meet the 2025 honorees …
Read More »Celebrating Remarkable Leadership: Meet the 2025 NHPA Top Guns Award Honorees
In partnership with the National Hardware Show, the exclusive sponsor of the Top Guns Awards program and reception, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has chosen three exceptional retailers as Top Guns Awards honorees for 2025. “Top Guns …
Read More »Creating Magic: Former Disney Exec to Keynote 2025 Independent Home Improvement Conference
With 30 years working at the most magical place on Earth, Duncan Wardle knows a thing or two about innovation and creativity and will be sharing those insights with attendees of the 2025 Independent Home Improvement Conference, hosted by the …
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By Brian Young Founder, Laoch Consulting Three years ago, I experienced a moment that left an indelible mark on me. I was sitting with my friend of over 20 years. He had poured his life into his hardware store for …
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