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Enroll in the Leading Your Team Course by May 1

Leading Your Team course

The deadline to apply for the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) Leading Your Team course, part of the Foundations of Leadership program, is fast approaching—apply by May 1.  Are you looking for ways to help managers or supervisors …

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Participate in the 2021 Cost of Doing Business Study

2021 Cost of Doing Business Study

Do you know how your operation stacks up compared to typical and high-profit operators in the industry?  The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is now inviting hardware stores, home centers, lumberyards and paint and decorating retailers to participate in …

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Home Construction & Design Pros Feel Q2 Confidence

home construction design q2

Residential construction and design businesses are reporting confidence for home renovation activity in the second quarter of the year, according to online design platform Houzz. The company’s second-quarter Houzz Barometer tracks residential renovation market expectations, project backlogs and recent activity …

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Channellock Announces New Marketing, Product Promotions

channellock marketing product

Channellock, Inc., a leader in the manufacture of pliers and assorted hand tools, has announced the promotion of Lynn Reynolds to marketing manager and Ken Burchill to product manager. These promotions will help ensure the company’s continued growth and future …

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U.S. Home Improvement Sales Rose 12% in March

A father and son shopping

U.S. home improvement sales rose 12 percent in March to reach a total of $43.9 billion dollars, a new high for the year and a sign of continued channel momentum ahead of the busiest spring selling days. The latest home …

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PPG Reports $3.9B in Q1 2021 Sales

Paint manufacturer PPG is reporting record-breaking financial results for the first quarter of 2021, highlighting first-quarter net sales roughly 15 percent higher than in 2020. The company is reporting net sales in the first quarter of $3.9 billion, up 14.7 …

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