Lowe’s announced it has completed its acquisition of Artisan Design Group (ADG), a nationwide provider of design, distribution and installation services for interior surface finishes to home builders and property managers. “We are pleased to complete this transaction and officially …
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The Home Depot Names New CIO
The Home Depot recently announced Angie Brown has been named as the company’s executive vice president (EVP) and chief information officer (CIO). “Angie is an exceptional leader whose customer-first mindset consistently drives meaningful innovation across our business,” says Ted Decker, …
Read More »Do it Best Announces Formation of Member Care Team
As it sharpens its focus on enhancing the member experience, Do it Best announced the formation of a new member care team. This newly established team is designed to streamline member support across the company and serve as a strategic partner …
Read More »Aubuchon Acquires 130th Store
The Aubuchon Company has agreed to purchase two Wolf Family Hardware stores, owned by Chris Wolf, in Woodbury and Watertown, Connecticut. “Chris has dedicated his life to hardware, carrying forward a tradition that began with his Uncle Kenny and reflects …
Read More »Orgill’s Brand Building Team Fuels Dealer Growth
To help provide the scale and assistance retailers need in developing and communicating their unique brands, Orgill offers its customers access to a range of brand-building tools, from easy-to-use, menu-driven toolboxes to a complete team of brand-building professionals ready to …
Read More »USDA Announces $200 Million Investment to Increase U.S. Timber Production
The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture has announced a $200 million investment to implement the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service’s National Active Forest Management Strategy. The strategy is in support of President Donald Trump’s executive order: Immediate Expansion of …
Read More »Great Lakes Ace to Open New Ohio Store in 2026
Great Lakes Ace announced it has signed an agreement to open a new, 13,000-square-foot store in Cincinnati, Ohio. The store’s soft opening is planned for the first quarter of 2026. “Great Lakes Ace is excited to open a new location …
Read More »Ace Hardware Announces Changes to Board of Directors
Ace Hardware Corporation announced changes to the company’s board of directors following its 2025 annual stockholders meeting. Director David Majure was elected to his first term on Ace’s board of directors, and Kristen Pellicer and Steven Burggraf were re-elected to the …
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