Growing up watching family members serving in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force, Chris McDaniel developed a desire to contribute in the same way and joined the U.S. Air Force in May 2002. “When I was younger, I …
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By Jim Robisch Senior Partner & Adviser, Ret. The Farnsworth Group Some retailers are exceptionally more successful than others. They are masterful at their strategic planning, operational execution, product assorting, marketing and communications. Further, truly exceptional retailers do things that …
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With a dynamic lineup of expert-led sessions, panel discussions and opportunities to make connections with peers, manufacturers and service providers, the 2025 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) will take place July 30-31 at the stunning JW Marriott Orlando, Grande …
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Central Network Retail Group (CNRG)—a wholly owned subsidiary of Orgill, comprised of 143 stores and 18 brands in 16 states—announced that Craig Cowart has been promoted to the role of company president. Cowart had been serving as chief operating officer …
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As the company works to build a dual-channel model of retail and service, Ace Hardware has made promoting and expanding its Ace Home Services a priority in 2025. Ace Hardware Home Services brings professional home repair and maintenance solutions directly …
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Taking place July 30-31, 2025, at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, the 2025 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) offers a dynamic lineup of expert-led sessions, panel discussions and opportunities to make connections with peers, manufacturers and service providers. Along with …
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In its ongoing efforts to deliver a high level of service to customers and employees, Theisen’s Home•Farm•Auto has added Simbe Robotics’ shelf-scanning robots to three store locations in Dubuque and Dyersville, Iowa, and Jefferson, Wisconsin. Tally utilizes AI and computer …
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Marking 50 years in the independent home improvement channel, Bill Hagan received the Golden Hammer award from Estwing. As the president and owner of Hagan Ace Hardware, Bill is the third generation of the Hagan family to man the helm …
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