Since cutting his teeth at an independent hardware store all through high school, Al Comeaux has lived, led and researched change from inside numerous organizations, including senior leadership positions at Travelocity, GE, Sabre and American Airlines. Today, he helps leaders …

It’s annual report season, which means analysts and investors are poring over 10-Ks and other government filings to see who met expectations in 2023, who fell short and what’s to come in 2024. As an independent home improvement operator, you …

In the most recent Gallup survey about employee engagement, respondents report a decline in access to training, less connection to their organization’s mission and infrequent praise in the workplace. Since 2020, the amount of workers who say they know what’s …

True Value has deepened its relationship with Habitat for Humanity through product donations to Habitat for Humanity ReStore locations across the country. Since the fall of 2023, True Value has donated product valued at more than half a million dollars …

With both their customers and employees in mind, Nowco Home Hardware dealer-owners Deanna and Tyler Nowochin embarked on a store remodeling project that added a new shopping destination for customers and office space for employees.  Named The Loft, the new …

Ace Hardware has announced the launch of Loud Mouth Barbeque, a lineup of barbecue sauces and seasonings aimed at redefining the grilling experience. Crafted with quality ingredients and packed with bold flavors, each Loud Mouth Barbeque product in the lineup …

Engaging with customers of all ages in a creative way, Madison Lumber & Hardware in Ketchikan, Alaska, opened up the Projects Room where it hosts how-to classes. Madison Lumber & Hardware CFO Janice Walker says the idea for the Projects …

Do it Best has announced the appointment of Eric Knox as the new director of LBM sales. Formerly the director of strategic business development, Eric brings a proven track record and a wealth of sales experience. Eric will focus on …