Do it Best has named Allison Meyer as its newest director of communications, effective immediately. In this role, Meyer leads a team focused on communicating the Do it Best story, which includes highlighting the programs, services and solutions that help …
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Hillman Opens 305,000-Square-Foot Distribution Hub
Hillman Solutions Corp., a leading provider of hardware products and merchandising solutions, opened a brand new distribution center in Belton, Missouri. Relocating from Rialto, California, Hillman’s new facility is approximately 305,000 square feet. “As 85% of the U.S. population can …
Read More »John Mellencamp to Perform at True Value 2023 Fall Reunion
True Value announced that legendary singer-songwriter John Mellencamp will be the headline entertainment at its 2023 Fall Reunion. Mellencamp will perform a concert on Thursday evening, Sept. 14, at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. “We are delighted …
Read More »Sherwin-Williams Reports 2023 Q1 Financial Results
Sherwin-Williams announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2023. Consolidated net sales for Sherwin-Willams 2023 Q1 increased 8.9% to $5.44 billion and net sales from stores in the U.S. and Canada open more than twelve calendar months increased …
Read More »Bed Bath & Beyond Goes Bankrupt, Attributes Lack of Innovation
Once a giant among big-box retailers, Bed Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy this week and is starting the process of closing its 360 locations, as well as 120 BuyBuy Baby stores. According to NPR, the company missed the mark …
Read More »United Hardware, Home of Hardware Hank, Makes Leadership Moves
Since announcing the appointment of Chad Ruth as president and CEO in March, United Hardware has made additional personnel promotions designed to enhance the leadership team and provide continued support to the company and its retailers. Dwight Samson has been …
Read More »PPG Reports First Quarter Financial Results
PPG reported first quarter financial results for 2023. They had record net sales of about $4.4 billion and organic sales grew more than 5% over 2022. The reported earnings per diluted share (EPS) was $1.11 and the adjusted EPS was …
Read More »HPM Building Supply Expands With Acquisition of 87ZERO
In a major expansion of its product lines, services and facilities, HPM Building Supply recently acquired 87ZERO, a Honolulu-based custom cabinetry firm that specializes in architectural elements such as furniture, fixtures, equipment, premium appliances, global sourcing and interior products. The …
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