When attendees from across the channel gather this August for the Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) in Marco Island, Florida, they will be in for quite the reception as industry distributors Orgill and Do it Best will be inviting …
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In celebration of its 100th anniversary, Koelnmesse announced the opening of Confex, a new event center with space for 6,200 guests located at the Cologne Messe/Deutz ICE railway station. The state-of-the-art venue creates new opportunities for innovative event formats in …
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Nation’s Best Holdings announced the acquisition of Big Bear Hardware, in La Vernia, Texas—its 59th location nationwide. “This is an ideal south-central location just outside of San Antonio,” says Chris Miller, president and CEO of Nation’s Best Holdings. “As we …
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According to the 2024 U.S. Houzz Outdoor Trends Study, one-third of homeowners have upgraded or are upgrading their outdoor areas to expand their living spaces. The percentage is even higher when looking specifically at Gen Xers, with 41% wanting larger …
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Do it Best has hired Chris Okapal as the co-op’s new director of business development. With a proven 25-year track record in the consumer goods industry, Okapal brings a wealth of experience in developing and executing high-impact sales strategies that …
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In its ongoing efforts to better serve independent home improvement retailers, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is pleased to announce several realignments within its leadership team. Effective immediately, Scott Wright will assume the role of NHPA’s executive …
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The Home Depot has completed the acquisition of SRS Distribution (SRS) for $18.25 billion earlier than anticipated. SRS is a residential specialty trade distribution company that serves professional roofer, landscaper and pool contractors. The SRS agreement was previously announced in …
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The American-German Institute (AGI) of Johns Hopkins University has honored Dr. Nikolas Stihl, chairman of the advisory board and supervisory board of STIHL, with the Global Leadership Award 2024. The award was presented at a gala dinner in New York …
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