Warren Shoulberg is a retail industry observer and a contributing writer to a variety of business publications, including Forbes. He spoke with Hardware Retailing about Lowe’s position in the home improvement industry and the opportunities the big-box retailer has. For a comprehensive …
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Kirby Scales, General Manager, Russell Do it Center 7 home centers and 2 building supply stores, Alabama A chance opportunity at a family friend’s hardware store was the beginning of what would become a lifelong career for Kirby Scales. Today, …
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Kevin Hancock, President and CEO, Hancock Lumber 9 stores, Maine and New Hampshire Kevin Hancock is part of the sixth generation of his family to lead Hancock Lumber, which was founded in 1848. Today, the company owns timberland and operates …
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Will Aubuchon, President and CEO, W.E. Aubuchon Co. Inc. 104 stores in Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Connecticut, New York W.E. Aubuchon Co. Inc. was founded in 1908 by William E. Aubuchon. Today, his great-grandson, Will Aubuchon, serves as CEO. …
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For 13 years, the North American Retail Hardware Association (NRHA) has recognized retailers who are leading their operations in innovative ways through the Top Guns Awards. Whether they are focused on fine-tuning the customer experience, exploring new business endeavors or …
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has compiled helpful resources for business owners to review as they continue to safeguard customers and employees from COVID-19. Review OSHA’s COVID-19 guidance now, to get information on a host of topics critical …
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Patrick Goebel, President, Star Lumber 2 retail stores, 3 professional service centers, Kansas and Oklahoma Star Lumber was founded in 1939 by Earl Goebel, a builder with an entrepreneurial spirit. Today, the company is led by the third generation, including …
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Big-box home improvement chain Tractor Supply Co. announced its second-quarter 2020 financial results, reporting record sales and earnings. In total, the company’s net sales for the second quarter of the year hit $3.2 billion, a 35 percent increase over the …
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