Industry Events

The industry’s premier management program, the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) Retail Management Certification Program, is back for its 11th consecutive year and is now accepting new students for the 2024 class sessions that start July 16.  Built …

Despite facing numerous challenges as a child, Arthur Greeno has found success as an entrepreneur and philanthropist in Tulsa, Oklahoma. As a result of his investments in company culture and his dedication to his team, his two Chick-fil-A restaurants have …

As part of the Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference), four breakout sessions will provide attendees with actionable solutions and ideas to take back to their businesses. The breakout sessions will follow four different tracks: retail operations; employee engagement; marketing, …

Last week, Hardlines Distribution Alliance (HDA) hosted its 21st Group Merchandising Conference (GMC) in Indianapolis. Attendees of the sold-out event took part in new events, including a new vendor preview, and enjoyed returning activities like the pre-scheduled meetings with vendors.  …

As part of its international strategy, Koelnmesse and its International Furniture and Interiors Fair (IMM Cologne) have entered into a strategic partnership with Colombia’s La Feria De Diseño Medellín, the leading design event in Latin America and The Caribbean. This …

Sun and sand meet education and networking at the 2024 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference). This groundbreaking event brings together business and pleasure and the esteemed legacies of the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) and The Hardware …

While Wendy Stine jokes that she was born into this business, it isn’t far from the truth. As part of the third generation to lead Stine Home + Yard, Wendy has the home improvement industry in her blood. She has …

Since cutting his teeth at an independent hardware store all through high school, Al Comeaux has lived, led and researched change from inside numerous organizations, including senior leadership positions at Travelocity, GE, Sabre and American Airlines. Today, he helps leaders …