Industry Events

If you’re merely working in your business rather than on it, the Retail Management Certification Program is the key to reenergizing your operation and your key leaders. Created by the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA), the course prepares …

The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has announced the recipients of the 2023 Young Retailer of the Year award. These dynamic individuals were selected from a field of inspiring independent home improvement retailers under the age of 35 …

Even when the lingering supply issues from the COVID-19 pandemic resolve, inventory management will continue to be a high priority for retailers. Jared Brown, director of business intelligence for The Aubuchon Company, shares five insights into making the process easier …

2022 was a year of celebration and reflection, as Wallace Distribution celebrated its milestone 100-year anniversary. This year, the organization has turned its eyes to the future and the next 100 years serving the distribution needs of its dealers. With …

When it comes to technology in retail, evolving is key to success, and this year’s North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) Top Guns Award honorees show how technology, whether big or small, can take an operation to the next …

In three short months, spoga+gafa 2023, the largest garden lifestyle trade fair in the world, will kick off in Cologne, Germany. Suppliers from every continent will meet up with decision-makers from the specialized trade and worldwide large-surface outlets on June 18-20. …

ACE Canada, a leading provider of high-quality hardware products and services, hosted its 5th Annual Virtual Trade Show, which included more than 140 vendors and 110 dealers. The virtual event allowed dealers and vendors to showcase their latest products, share …

For the past 57 years, the Retailers’ Choice Awards have brought insights from independent retailers on the best products on display at the 2023 National Hardware Show. The awards, presented by the North American Hardware and Paint Association during the …