Orgill has added another retail industry veteran to its executive leadership team with the hiring of Sharmeelee “Sharms” Bala as its new chief digital and information officer (CDIO). Bala will join Orgill on Dec. 1 and brings with her more …

Shaking up the independent industry and altering the landscape of the channel, it’s been one year since the bankruptcy of True Value and subsequent sale to Do it Best. During the last 12 months, the two companies have made strides …

RX today announced the debut of DIY CON, a first-of-its-kind immersive event celebrating the creativity, confidence and community of modern DIYers. Coming to Dallas Nov. 6-8, 2026, DIY CON will bring together makers, dreamers and doers of all skill levels …

Do it Best and True Value opened a new regional technology center in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, reinforcing a commitment to digital transformation, attracting top-tier talent and delivering long-term growth for Do it Best and True Value store owners. The new tech …

Informed by customer feedback and a sharp focus on today’s retail challenges, the National Hardware Show is undergoing the most significant evolution in its 80-plus year history. In 2026, it will debut NHS Concept to Commerce—a completely reimagined event built to streamline every …

Ace Hardware Corporation reported third quarter 2025 revenues of $2.5 billion, an increase of $130.3 million, or 5.5%, from the third quarter of 2024. Increases were seen across most departments with outdoor power equipment, grilling, fertilizers, power tools and impulse …

Using propriety data, Numerator helps companies understand their customers and identify growth opportunities by providing more visibility into more consumers across more channels. In its The Income Divide: Implications for the Home Improvement Sector report, Numerator shares how the income divide …

Quickly moving from nice-to-have to must-have, social media provides an avenue to not only promote your business but also engage with customers in meaningful ways. The stats speak loudly to the importance of social media for reaching customers, especially in …