While not unique to the independent channel, wage challenges can cause extra stress on small business owners already juggling tight margins. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in February 2026, wages rose more than expected, increasing 0.4% for …
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Ward Lumber recently announced CEO Bryan Mellick will step back from his role to take on an advisory role as Josh Travis, current director of sales, will assume an interim role leading operations for the company. Ward Lumber is also …
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Walmart Inc. recently announced its Board of Directors has elected new leaders to its executive council. “Over my 32 years with Walmart, I’ve seen that our people are our greatest competitive advantage,” says John Furner, Walmart Inc. incoming president and …
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Nation’s Best hosted its third annual Women’s Leadership Retreat at Rough Creek Lodge & Resort in Glen Rose, Texas, bringing together nearly 60 women and supporting sponsors from 35 locations across 13 states for three days of growth, connection and …
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House-Hasson Hardware recently announced the appointment of Jay Bunch as chief financial officer and Matthew Patti as vice president of purchasing. Bunch brings over 30 years of financial leadership and accounting experience to House-Hasson as a licensed CPA in the …
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Leadership comes in many different forms, as seen in this year’s Top Guns Awards honorees and the long list of Top Guns Awards honorees the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has recognized since 2007. Meet the 2025 honorees …
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In partnership with the National Hardware Show, the exclusive sponsor of the Top Guns Awards program and reception, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has chosen three exceptional retailers as Top Guns Awards honorees for 2025. “Top Guns …
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The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) hosted more than 81,000 builders, remodelers, developers and other home building professionals at this year’s International Builders’ Show, making this show the largest in 17 years. The show took place in Las Vegas …
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