With a willingness to embrace change and evolve, Wilco Stores has found great success and built a strong company culture. TJ Colson, president of Wilco Stores, says the core values of integrity, excellence, respect, accountability, teamwork and community set the …
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Floors Take a Bold Step
When it comes to flooring trends in 2023, homeowners are stepping out and incorporating bright colors, bold patterns and fun designs in their options. Check out some of these loud and proud options to help your customers bring an anything-but-neutral …
Read More »4 Ways to Embrace Innovation From RICE 2023
With a pulse on what’s happening now and an eye to the future of retail, the 2023 Retail Innovations Expo and Conference brought together retailers, industry experts and vendors from across various retail verticals. The three-day RICE 2023 event included …
Read More »NHPA Signs On in Support of Credit Card Legislation
Several independent retail organizations, including the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA), have signed a letter in support of the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA), legislation that would enhance competition and choice in the credit card network market. Small …
Read More »HDA Promotes Trent Kauffman to Director of Merchandising
Hardlines Distribution Alliance (HDA) announced the promotion of Trent Kauffman to director of merchandising. Previously a merchandise manager, Kauffman brings with him numerous years of experience in the industry and at HDA working to build partnerships to drive success across …
Read More »Hillman Promotes Jon Michael Adinolfi to Chief Operating Officer
Hillman Solutions Corp. promoted Jon Michael “JMA” Adinolfi to the newly created position of chief operating officer. Adinolfi, who has served as a divisional president of Hillman U.S. since 2019, will expand his role as COO to oversee Hillman’s Hardware …
Read More »The Million Dollar Popcorn Machine
Hassett Hardware has seen expansive growth and success in the six decades since it opened, going from one location in 1957 to now six locations across the San Francisco Bay Area. President and owner Eric Hassett contributes much of that …
Read More »Randy’s Hardware Relies on Community During Recovery
Engage With Your Customers: Have an idea? Send an email to editorial@YourNHPA.org to have your story considered for publication. Declared a complete loss, the Mount Jackson, Virginia, location of Randy’s Hardware was destroyed in an overnight fire in February 2022. …
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