From fueling Blackhawks in the Army National Guard to leading sales and estimating at Tri-County Lumber, Carson Velaski brings a military-honed sense of discipline, organization and drive to the independent channel. Velaski joined the military in 2013, motivated by a …
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Logan McEniry can’t stay away—he has spent his whole life as a part of the home improvement channel. His first job was working in the industry when he was 16 years old, and he even continued working in the industry …
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Equipping a new crop of leaders in the independent home improvement channel, the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) hosted its college-level premier management school. The NHPA Retail Management Certification Program (RMCP) develops store managers and emerging leaders into …
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For over 125 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has been serving the needs of independent home improvement retailers across North America, helping retailers be better and more profitable. NHPA publishes two respected monthly magazines that serve …
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Built around coming together to share ideas, struggles, wins and more, the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) will bring together the independent home improvement channel for collaboration, cultivation of ideas and fun under the Florida sun. With the …
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Ahoy, it’s time to party! On Tuesday, July 28, the Independents Celebration will kick off the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference with food, fun and a little yacht rock funk. Don your best nautical wear because this party is getting …
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Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Independents Awards Gala, taking place at the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference. On the second day of the conference, July 29, the Independents Awards Gala will recognize outstanding retailers in the industry …
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Sometimes, not knowing where you are going can actually lead you down the right path. Ikaika “Daniel” Keliikoa didn’t know what he wanted to do after he graduated high school, but did feel a pull to join the military. He …
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