The Sherwin-Williams Company ended its second quarter of 2021 with an increase in both net sales and gross profit from the same quarter in 2020. Net sales from stores in Q2 in the U.S. and Canada increased 19.3 percent, while …
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5 Must-Haves in Any Marketing Plan
Whether you have a marketing professional on staff or wear the marketing hat yourself, it’s crucial to have a marketing plan in place to help guide your strategy for getting the word out about your company. Without a plan, you …
Read More »Ace Reports Another Record-Breaking Quarter for Revenues
After posting a record-breaking first quarter, Ace Hardware continues to shatter revenue numbers in the second quarter of 2021. Ace revenues for the second quarter were $2.5 billion, up 8.2 percent from last year and an increase from the $2 …
Read More »Hot Products – August 18, 2021
Antimicrobial HVAC Filter (sponsored product) SilverMicron’s Antimicrobial HVAC Filter can inhibit the growth of viruses, bacteria, mold and germs in the air passing through. It employs silver-ion technology similar to surgical masks and features micro-carbon odor control and a MERV …
Read More »Dressing Up the Holiday Party with Tuxedo Rentals
The holidays are a time for gathering with family and friends, hosting parties and celebrating the season. Getting together with loved ones will feel even more special this year following the canceled events and socially distanced gatherings from the last …
Read More »Prepping for an Emergency
Hurricane season is in full effect for many parts of the country. Severe weather is always a threat and winter storms will be here before we know it. Being prepared in a weather emergency can literally mean the difference between …
Read More »Tankless vs. Tank: The Battle for Hot Water
Hot water—we use it every day, but most of us take for granted where that hot water comes from. Traditionally, your customers only had one option, a tank water heater, which heats and stores water in a tank until it’s …
Read More »House-Hasson Attendees Discover Deals, Reconnect at Summer Dealer Market
The House-Hasson Summer Dealer Market saw enthusiastic attendees who were ready to buy in person again, access deals and explore new product opportunities at the Sevierville Convention Center in Sevierville, Tennessee, Aug. 13-14. The buying event marked the first in-person …
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