Have you submitted a nomination for the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) 2023 Young Retailer of the Year program? The deadline to submit nominations is Jan. 28. Click here to learn more about the Young Retailer of the …
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NHPA Announces Keynote Speaker for 2023 NHPA Independents Conference
The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is excited to announce the first keynote speaker for the 2023 NHPA Independents Conference. When it comes to e-commerce, there is no bigger name than Amazon, and NHPA has secured former Amazon …
Read More »Nominations Open for 2023 Young Retailer of the Year Program
Nominations are open for the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) 2023 Young Retailer of the Year program. Now in its 27th year, it is the premier award program in the industry honoring young leaders who represent the future …
Read More »Explore New Places With NHPA On the Road
Have you ever been on vacation and felt the urge to visit a local hardware or paint store? Your family and friends might not understand, but these store visits are a great way to improve your business. They allow you …
Read More »NHPA Independent Retailer Index Shows Increases in Transaction Size, Total Sales and Inventory Investment for Q2
The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA), in partnership with The Farnsworth Group, has released results from the first Independent Retailer Index, a quarterly survey that measures key performance indicators in the independent home improvement channel. In a survey …
Read More »International Hardware Fair 2022 Kicks Off Next Week
Home improvement retailers from around the world will converge in Cologne, Germany, on September 25 for the Eisenwaremesse 2022 International Hardware Fair, hosted by Koelnmesse. The four-day event will include a virtual option for retailers who cannot attend in person. …
Read More »Spectrum Paint President Talks Expansion
When Travis Detter founded Spectrum Paint Co. in Oklahoma in 1986, he knew he wanted to go into business for himself, and the paint industry was the path he took. In the beginning, he was the only employee. Now, Spectrum …
Read More »Introducing the 2023 HABITAT Pillars for NHS
An integral part of the National Hardware Show, HABITAT is an on-site and digital product discovery showcase, highlighting the ideas and evolving lifestyles that are driving the future of home and in turn, consumer spend. It is an elevated NHS …
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