The North American Retail Hardware Association (NRHA) is committed to helping independent home improvement operators become better and more profitable retailers. As COVID-19 affects retail in unprecedented ways, staying connected and sharing best practices is one of the most important …
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Weakley-Watson Rethinks Community Service in Light of COVID-19
Like many other retail operations, Weakley-Watson Hardware in Brownwood, Texas, is doing business differently in response to COVID-19. Owner Weston Jacobs is taking active steps not only to protect people from the virus, but also to take care of the …
Read More »PRO Group Plans Virtual Group Merchandising Conference
Amid the effects of COVID-19, PRO Group has decided to host a virtual Group Merchandising Conference using Zoom software June 22-24. Originally scheduled to take place in Atlanta, the event will still allow partner manufacturers and distributor members the opportunity …
Read More »True Value Retailers Illuminate Communities Amid COVID-19
True Value retailers across the country are taking part in the Shine-a-Light campaign, brightening the communities they serve with decorative lights to express goodwill, hope and solidarity amid COVID-19. True Value says its independent retailers are known as essential resources …
Read More »FTC Warns of COVID-19 Small Business Scams
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has warned the public about several scams related to COVID-19 that could potentially harm your independent home improvement operation. Read about some of the most common small business scams and what you can do to …
Read More »Get Answers to Your COVID-19 Insurance Questions
Are you aware of your health insurance benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic? Hardware Retailing spoke with Bob Chiesa, president and CEO of Custom Benefits Insurance Group, Inc. to gain answers to some frequently asked questions regarding insurance benefits during this …
Read More »National Hardware Show Offers CARES Act Webinar
The National Hardware Show is presenting a live webinar covering what small businesses need to know about the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The webinar is scheduled to take place April 8 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 …
Read More »The Farnsworth Group, HIRI Partner for Weekly COVID-19 Updates
Market research firms The Farnsworth Group and the Home Improvement Research Institute have announced an ongoing partnership to deliver weekly updates on how COVID-19 is impacting DIYers and contractors. The two organizations say the goal of the weekly updates is …
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