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When it comes to pop culture icons, he may not be mainstream, but Mister Oswald has garnered celebrity status and a loyal following in the hardware industry. He first appeared in the comic strip bearing his same name in October …

Digging into how independent home improvement operations are performing throughout the year helps the entire channel understand how they compare to others in the industry and how to use that data to make improvements to their operations. Since 2022, the …

The 2025 Independent Home Improvement Conference isn’t just about education, networking and growth—it’s also an opportunity to experience one of Orlando’s most luxurious resorts: The JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. Set amid 500+ acres of tropical gardens, this resort offers …

As it celebrates 125 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) contacted past board members to get their reflections on their time at the association. Megan Menzer, owner of Newton’s True Value in Cherryvale, Kansas, was a member of …

As it celebrates 125 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) contacted past board members to get their reflections on their time at the association. Dan Harris, owner of Palos Ace Hardware and Lamont Ace Hardware in suburban Chicago, …

For a century and a quarter, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has been serving the needs of independent home improvement retailers and providing resources to help them be better and more profitable. This year, NHPA is excited …

The Foundations of Merchandising Management Live! program, hosted by the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) at the 2025 National Hardware Show, provides strategies and tactics for participants to successfully improve and manage merchandising, assortment planning and vendor relations. …