Do it Best announced Ken Widner as vice president of information technology and chief information officer. Widner succeeds John Mergy, vice president of information technology, who is set to retire in January 2025. Widner’s extensive experience in IT leadership, retail …
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Wholesaler Central: Do it Best Strengthens Farm and Ranch Category
Do it Best is reinforcing its leadership in the farm and ranch category by delivering innovative solutions and dedicated support to its members. With strategic partnerships, expanded product offerings and a deep understanding of member needs, Do it Best is …
Read More »Do it Best Names New Vice President of Logistics
Do it Best recently announced Ty Sordelet as the company’s new vice president of logistics. Previously a director of warehouse operations at Do it Best, Sordelet brings expertise in process improvements and optimizing logistics strategies. “Ty’s strategic mindset and proven …
Read More »Do it Best Announces Combined Spring Market With True Value in 2025
Planning for its largest spring market ever, Do it Best will bring together Do it Best and True Value on March 21-23 in Orlando, Florida, under the theme “Bigger. Stronger. Faster.” The event will build on the recent acquisition of …
Read More »Do it Best Successfully Completes Purchase of True Value
Do it Best announces the successful acquisition of True Value, a long-time competitor with a legacy brand that benefits both organizations. This monumental transaction represents a transformative milestone for Do it Best, True Value and the entire independent hardware industry. …
Read More »Do it Best VP of IT Announces Retirement
After nearly 20 years of service, John Mergy, vice president of information technology for Do it Best, announced his retirement this week. Mergy first joined Do it Best as the manager of the IT division’s project management office, quickly advancing …
Read More »Industry Wholesalers Reach Out to True Value Retailers
As the True Value bankruptcy and planned sale to Do it Best continues to move forward, with a scheduled closing date of Nov. 22, several industry wholesalers have reached out publicly to offer support to True Value retailers and court …
Read More »Vendors Seek Return of Goods or Payment From True Value, Courts List Exec Bonuses and Payouts
(Disclosure: NHPA, which publishes Hardware Retailing and Paint & Decorating Retailer magazines, is among the vendors involved in theTrue Value bankruptcy claims.) As the True Value Company LLC bankruptcy and sale to Do it Best continues to move forward, several …
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