Three decades ago, Central Florida businessman and former North American Retail Hardware Association President Walter Toole purchased the existing Bray Hardware, a fixture in Winter Garden, Fla., since it was established there in 1906. His company, Toole’s Ace Hardware, has …
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Frank Denny, former president of big-box home improvement retailer Builders Square, died July 2 at the age of 79. The former president of W.R. Grace and Co.’s home center division, Denny was chosen to manage the expansion of Home Centers …
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To watch the full video, click here. This presentation shows retailers how they can keep the momentum of the summer selling season going into the fall. It also featured retailer panelists Chris Hughes of Hardware Plus in Osceola, Ind., and …
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To watch the full video, click here. In addition to managing all aspects of the business including financial and operational execution, Courtemanche oversaw Hensel’s niche expansion projects in departments like kitchen, furniture, appliances, barbecue and old-fashioned candy. Her vision for …
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To watch the full video, click here. After working for the National Lumber Building Material Dealers Association (NLBMDA), Stine returned to his family’s 12-store operation to help develop a stronger online presence. Since then, Stine integrated e-commerce functionality into the …
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To watch the full video, click here. Identifying a lack of brand messaging and consistency in the variety of current marketing, Ellis spearheaded a rebranding effort and a store name change. The rebrand offered Ellis the opportunity to remodel both …
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This year, NRHA honors eight of the best and brightest young retailers in the industry with its Young Retailer of the Year awards. Click on each of the names below to see a multi-media presentation of their accomplishments. Under $2 …
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To watch the full video, click here. As a fourth-generation executive, Jones began her career in the family business as an Assistant Store Manager, and then transitioned to the business’ headquarters team in 2008. She worked to centralize sales and …
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