Last week during the National Retail Federation’s NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show, over 1,000 vendors and service providers gave attendees a look at the future of retail, sharing innovative products and game-changing processes and procedures. A number of exhibitors also …
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Don’t-Miss Industry Events in 2026
As you plan your travel itinerary for 2026, be sure to add these exciting industry events to your calendar. January 2026 House-Hasson Dealer Market January 22-24, 2026 Nashville, TN Opryland Hotel & Convention Center February 2026 Orgill Spring Online Buying …
Read More »DIYers, Makers and Creators Invited to Immersive Experiences at DIY CON
RX today announced the debut of DIY CON, a first-of-its-kind immersive event celebrating the creativity, confidence and community of modern DIYers. Coming to Dallas Nov. 6-8, 2026, DIY CON will bring together makers, dreamers and doers of all skill levels …
Read More »Event Leaders Share an Inside Look at NHS Concept to Commerce
Informed by customer feedback and a sharp focus on today’s retail challenges, the National Hardware Show is undergoing the most significant evolution in its 80-plus year history. In 2026, it will debut NHS Concept to Commerce—a completely reimagined event built to streamline every …
Read More »Product Picks From the House-Hasson 2025 Fall Market
Hosted in the shadow of the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains, the House-Hasson 2025 Fall Dealer Market sent retailers home with deals to give them a competitive edge and protect margin in their operations. Hardware Retailing editor and director of content …
Read More »Through Lens of Data, 2025 HIRI Summit Addresses Industry Pain Points
An important partner of NHPA, the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) hosted its annual Summit in Chicago. The 2025 Home Improvement Insights Summit sent attendees home loaded with practical best practices based in current data and research. On Day 1, …
Read More »House-Hasson 2025 Fall Market Gives Dealers Competitive Edge
In a retail environment that is challenging and ever-changing, independent home improvement retailers are looking for any competitive advantages they can to gain market share, protect margins and bring in new customers. At the 2025 Fall Dealer Market, which took …
Read More »Blish-Mize Brings the Deals at its 2025 Fall Buying Market
At its recent Fall Buying Market, held on September 11-13 in Overland Park, Kansas, Blish-Mize provided its customers with show-only deals, new products and support amid economic headwinds. “We always want our customers to feel like they’re part of the Blish-Mize …
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