Do it Best announced Skiler Lehman as the company’s new director of e-commerce. Lehman rejoins the company after serving as digital products manager for another national consumer goods manufacturer and retailer and brings years of experience in digital product management …
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Economy Ended 2024 On a High Note, NRF Says
In 2024, economic growth withstood inflation, high interest rates and other global challenges and should continue to show strength in 2025, says National Retail Federation chief economist Jack Kleinhenz. “The U.S. economy ended 2024 on a high note and the …
Read More »Products for the Millennial Homeowner
The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) recently released the Generational Differences in Home Improvement Activity report, detailing data about behaviors, insights and preferences homeowners in different generations experience. Among the data provided in the study, HIRI reports Millennials are more …
Read More »Ace Hardware Earns Top Spot on Forbes Customer Service List
Ace Hardware recently earned the No. 1 spot on the Forbes’ 2025 Best Customer Service List in the home improvement category. This is the second year in a row the company has been named to the top of the Forbes …
Read More »Houzz Renovation Barometer Shows Slow Q3 in 2024, Expected Increase in Q4
With home remodeling at an all-time high, homeowners should be aware of construction, architect and designer firm activity and wait times. According to the 2024 Q4 Houzz Renovation Barometer, expectation for project inquiries increased by 7 points in the fourth …
Read More »Tractor Supply Co. Acquires Online Pet Pharmacy Allivet
Tractor Supply Co. recently announced the completion of its acquisition of the privately-owned online pet pharmacy Allivet. “We’re very excited to officially welcome the Allivet team to the Tractor Supply family,” says Hal Lawton, president and chief executive officer of …
Read More »Ossian Hardware Announces Third Acquisition
Ossian Hardware announced the acquisition of Markle Hardware & Rental in Markle, Indiana. This acquisition expands Ossian Hardware’s operations to three home improvement and rental stores in Northeast Indiana. With 5,400 square feet of space, Markle Hardware & Rental has …
Read More »Orgill Brings on Tractor Supply Veteran, Announces Exec Promotions
Orgill appointed Clay Jackson as its new executive vice president and chief operating officer, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to strategic growth and operational excellence. Jackson is a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience at Tractor Supply Company and …
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