Industry Events

In the Mile High City, Do it Best members and True Value retailers continued their journey together toward integration at the 2026 Spring Market. Hardware Retailing editor and director of content development, Lindsey Thompson, also explored the show floor, looking for new and …

Starting in 2027, spoga+gafa, a global garden, lifestyle and barbecue trade fair, will take place on September 7-9. Koelnmesse is responding to industry feedback and is pivoting to strengthen its event. Koelnmesse based its decision on intensive discussions with exhibitors, market partners …

NHS Concept to Commerce is set to host impactful expert-led sessions covering the industry’s most talked about topics and practical application from leaders on the front lines of retail at the event’s Expert Talks Conference. Spanning two days and accessible …

In the Mile High City, Do it Best members and True Value retailers continued their journey together toward integration at the 2026 Spring Market. As attendees walked the show floor, attended educational sessions and took part in networking opportunities, including …

Marking one year since the first combined Do it Best and True Value market, Do it Best members and True Value retailers kicked off the 2026 Spring Market in Denver with a session led by CEO Dan Starr, who emphasized …

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 …

The Ace Hardware 2026 Spring Convention welcomed retailers to a new space but offered the same opportunities for education, networking and product discovery. Hardware Retailing editor and director of content development, Lindsey Thompson, also explored the show floor, looking for …

Embracing a new space, the Ace Hardware Spring 2026 Convention welcomed retailers to the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, Kentucky, to build new relationships and foster existing ones. Along with discovering the newest products and getting insights into the latest …