Industry News

HPM Building Supply has announced it will be opening its first store on the island of Lānaʻi. The new location in Lānaʻi City, Hawaii, will include a retail store and drive-through lumberyard. The 5,000-square foot space was previously known as …

The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is one of several small business organizations that have signed on as co-hosts for a virtual town hall event highlighting industry efforts to rein in monopoly power and level the playing field …

House-Hasson Hardware has created a new leadership post—senior vice president of sales, growth and development—and named longtime industry veteran Jason Hanegan to fill the position. Hanegan served as a consultant for House-Hasson before being tapped for the new corporate role, …

For many homeowners, getting their first toolkit is a right of passage. Having tools like hammers, drills and basic painting supplies is essential to making sure homeowners can fix basic problems around their homes. Stocking the right items is an …

Hancock Lumber announced that chief people officer Wendy Scribner will retire in April following nearly 40 years at the company. To prepare for her departure, the company has welcomed her successor, Anna Russo. “Anna absolutely impressed me during our interview …

Nation’s Best is expanding its footprint of independent home improvement stores with the acquisition of Malone Home Center in Greenville, Kentucky. The company now operates 52 locations across 16 states. “We’re committed to organic growth, as well as growth via …

Do it Best is aligning two key divisions, marketing and e-commerce, under the leadership of Allison Flatjord. This alignment marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing efforts to streamline operations and enhance its digital presence in the ever-evolving marketplace.  …

Deepening its commitment to partner with its retailers so they can find success in their local markets, True Value announced the launch of a new marketing initiative and investments in order and warehouse management at the 2024 Spring Reunion.  Over …