On April 5, United Hardware shareholders overwhelmingly voted in favor of the previously announced merger with Do it Best. According to the co-ops, the merger will enhance efficiency, add buying power and drive store growth for previous United Hardware dealers …
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Do it Best, United Hardware to Merge
In a historic move, United Hardware and Do it Best announce that they intend to merge. The intent to merge, which received unanimous approval from the boards of directors of both companies, brings together two industry leaders with a shared …
Read More »United Hardware Unveils New Website, New Vendors, Enhanced Categories at Buying Market
United Hardware welcomed a record number of retailers and more than 45 new vendors to Rochester, Minnesota, for its September Buying Market where the focus was on new products, big deals and helping attendees get their stores ready for the …
Read More »United Hardware Named a 2023 Top 200 Workplace
United Hardware has been recognized as a Top 200 Workplace in Minnesota by the Star Tribune, a Minneapolis-based media company. Produced by the same team that compiles the 32-year-old Star Tribune 100 report of the best-performing public companies in Minnesota, …
Read More »United Hardware Names Chad Ruth as President and CEO
United Hardware Distributing Co. announced Chad Ruth will serve in the role of President and CEO. Ruth became interim President and CEO of the co-op on February 16, 2023, after Doug Audette resigned from his position. The Board of Directors …
Read More »United Hardware Distributing Co. Announces Interim President & CEO
United Hardware has announced the appointment of Chad Ruth as its interim president and CEO. Chad brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role and has been with the company for more than fifteen years. Former president and …
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