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 …
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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. …
Read More »Top Guns Honoree TJ Colson Harnesses Innovation to Build a Successful Career
With a love for the land and the people who live and work on it, TJ Colson has built a successful career in the farm and ranch industry. As someone who raises cattle himself, he feels a personal connection to …
Read More »Industry Leader Gina Schaefer Passes Reins to Craig Smith
Buying and Selling: Whether you’re looking to grow or sell, if you need financing or valuation services, the NHPA Retail Marketplace has options. Visit YourNHPA.org/marketplace to learn more. Transition is part of the natural evolution of a business, whether you …
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