Industry Events

New to the National Hardware Show (NHS) for 2024, the Independent Retail Center was a must-stop spot on the NHS show floor. Featuring Retailer Roundtables and Ask the Expert sessions, the Independent Retailer Center sent attendees on their way with …

Back for a second year at the National Hardware Show (NHS), the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) Foundations of Merchandising Management Live! educational program provided industry-focused merchandising best practices.  NHS served as the host and sponsor for the …

The 2024 National Hardware Show (NHS) wrapped up yesterday at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Throughout the three-day event, several awards were given out recognizing outstanding vendors and products.  A group of independent retailers selected by the North American Hardware …

Known across the industry, the 2024 Retailers’ Choice Awards, sponsored by the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) honored products on the National Hardware Show (NHS) show floor that stood out for innovation, creativity and the potential to be …

Day 2 of the National Hardware Show (NHS), taking place at the Las Vegas Convention Center, brought another full day of product discovery, educational sessions and networking. Kicking off the day was the NHS Executive Summit, featuring five high-impact sessions …

With a reimagined show floor and outdoor living area, several new product categories and refreshed educational opportunities, Day 1 of the National Hardware Show (NHS) gathered retailers, vendors and other home improvement industry players from around the world.  With several …

Under the big Dallas skyline, Ace retailers from around the world began celebrating Ace Hardware’s 100th Anniversary at the 2024 Spring Convention. Along with the usual product discovery, training and networking opportunities, Ace retailers reflected on the success of the …

For the past 18 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has recognized high-achieving retailers in the independent home improvement channel with the Top Guns Awards program.  Top Guns honorees are pillars of innovation and forward-thinking who have …