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The 2025 National Hardware Show (NHS) springs into action March 18-20, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall. As the premier event for hardware, home improvement, outdoor living and more, NHS is excited to host a star-studded lineup of industry-leading events complete with new, engaging programming along with attendee favorites.
NHS is proud to introduce the How Women Rise in Hardware event, presented in partnership with Build Women, which will take place on March 18 on the NHS Main Stage. This new NHS Conference experience is dedicated to celebrating and empowering women leaders in the hardware and home improvement industry. With keynote sessions, panel discussions, networking opportunities and an inspiring awards ceremony, this is the must-attend event for women leaders, male allies and trade show enthusiasts.
In the keynote “The Power of Building Your Personal Brand,” Stefanie Couch, founder of Build Women, will share strategies for developing a strong personal brand, overcoming obstacles and positioning oneself for leadership opportunities. Gina Schaefer, co-founder of A Few Cool Hardware Stores and author of “Recovery Hardware,” will present the keynote “Building a Culture That Helps You Thrive as a Woman in Business” and discuss creating organizational cultures that support women’s success, focusing on the pillars of People, Profit and Products to drive business growth.
The day’s events will also include a panel discussion, “Breaking Barriers: Overcoming Challenges in a Male-Dominated Industry,” featuring esteemed women leaders discussing the unique challenges faced in the hardware industry and sharing strategies for overcoming obstacles, advocating for oneself and using their unique strengths to thrive in hardware and beyond. Panelists will be Allison Flatjord, vice president of marketing and e-commerce for Do it Best Corp., Carol Crystal, vice president of merchandise LBM for Home Hardware Stores Limited and Christine VanOrmer, president of Cosco Home & Office Products, a Division of Dorel Industries. The final session, “How Women Rise: Overcoming Behaviors That Hold You Back,” will draw from the bestselling book by Sally Helgesen and Marshall Goldsmith. Couch will highlight top habits that may be holding retailers back and provide actionable advice on how to break them to reach peak potential.
The day concludes with a relaxed networking session that introduces nominees and winners for the prestigious How Women Rise Awards. Awards will recognize outstanding women in the industry in seven categories: Leadership Excellence Award, Rising Star Award, Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Mentorship Award, Community Impact Award, Sustainability Advocate and Lifetime Achievement Award.
Learn more and get your conference badge at NHS2025.com/NHPA.
