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Ambassador Supply Acquires Straight Line Metal Buildings

Ambassador Supply has acquired Straight Line Metal Buildings, a Brookshire, Texas-based company that manufactures and installs pre-engineered metal buildings. This acquisition strengthens both companies’ commitments to providing high-quality products and comprehensive services to their partners. “We’ve been searching for the …

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NHPA Signs On in Support of Credit Card Legislation

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Several independent retail organizations, including the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA), have signed a letter in support of the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA), legislation that would enhance competition and choice in the credit card network market.  Small …

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HDA Promotes Trent Kauffman to Director of Merchandising

HDA

Hardlines Distribution Alliance (HDA) announced the promotion of Trent Kauffman to director of merchandising. Previously a merchandise manager, Kauffman brings with him numerous years of experience in the industry and at HDA working to build partnerships to drive success across …

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The Million Dollar Popcorn Machine

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Hassett Hardware has seen expansive growth and success in the six decades since it opened, going from one location in 1957 to now six locations across the San Francisco Bay Area. President and owner Eric Hassett contributes much of that …

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Gain a Competitive Edge With BOPIS

BOPIS

In response to rising shipping costs, Amazon has been changing its strategy when it comes to shipping and returns, including offering select Amazon Prime subscribers $10 to pick up their orders rather than have them delivered. Customers who take advantage …

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Share Your Data, Get a Cup of Coffee on Us

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The latest installment of the NHPA Independent Retailer Index is brewing, and we need your participation. The Independent Retailer Index measures key performance indicators of independent retailers each quarter, and the aggregated data is released to allow you to compare your …

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