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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Mission-Driven Management: Daniel Keliikoa Applies Military Values to Role in Home Improvement
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 …
Read More »Renowned in Retail: Meet the 2026 Top Guns Awards Honorees
Celebrating its 20th year honoring trailblazing retailers in the channel, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has named its 2026 Top Guns Awards honorees. This year’s honorees include: David Enmark, CEO of The Helpful Hardware Co.; Ash Ebbo, …
Read More »A Celebration of Excellence
By Scott Jerousek First and foremost, I would like to congratulate this year’s class of Top Guns recipients. Take a moment and let it sink in—you’re being recognized by your industry as the best of the best. This is a …
Read More »Learn Today, Grow Tomorrow: Industry Leaders Share Insights at the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference
As the only event uniting the entire independent channel, the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI) promises to deliver practical takeaways, interaction with top industry vendors and chances to connect. Taking place July 29-30 at the JW Marriott Orlando Grande …
Read More »Others First: Top Guns Honoree David Enmark’s Focus on People Drives Success
Celebrating its 20th year honoring trailblazing retailers in the channel, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has named its 2026 Top Guns Awards honorees, including David Enmark, CEO of The Helpful Hardware Company, based in Cumming, Georgia. “Top …
Read More »Industry Impact: Take Your Business to the Next Level at the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference
Sunny Florida awaits as the home of the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) hosted by the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) and The Hardware Conference. Independent retailers, industry experts and channel vendors will gather for two …
Read More »A Measure of Success: Independent Retailer Index
Looking at how fellow independent home improvement operations are performing throughout the year gives retailers in the channel the data to make improvements to their operations. Since 2022, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has partnered with The …
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