The North American Retail Hardware Association (NRHA) is proud to announce the 2018 Young Retailer of the Year honorees. Chosen from a broad field of inspiring, talented applicants, these young retailers push the industry forward each day. From improving their …
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A big change is coming to the Lowe’s Cos. leadership team—longtime chairman, president and CEO Robert A. Niblock plans to retire. Today, the 25-year veteran of the big-box company announced his retirement, according to a press release from Lowe’s. The …
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The Ace Hardware Spring 2018 Convention & Exhibits brought together independent retailers, vendors and Ace corporate personnel in an environment designed for easy product ordering and sharing information. Ace Hardware CEO John Venhuizen addressed retailers at the convention, emphasizing three …
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The True Value Co. today announced a plan that they say will accelerate the company’s long-term business strategy and secure the future of the independent retailers it serves. The company has agreed to sell 70 percent ownership in the organization …
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Two years ago, I joined up with Independent We Stand on their annual road trip, vising independent businesses along Route 66, from Oklahoma City to the Santa Monica Pier. I tagged along as a representative of the North American Retail …
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The 2018 EISENWARENMESSE International Hardware Fair welcomed retailers, manufacturers and experts from around the world to Cologne, Germany, to see what’s next for the home improvement industry. Spanning four days, the International Hardware Fair attracted more than 47,000 attendees to …
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If you’re pining to relive the NRHA All-Industry Conference before this year’s event or even if you’ve never attended and want to learn more, we have just the solution. Get an inside look at all the benefits and excitement of …
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Lowe’s financial results, announced Feb. 28, indicate a mixed bag for the company. The home improvement retailer gave information on its fourth-quarter 2017 earnings and for the entire fiscal year. Lowe’s recorded $15.5 billion in sales in the fourth quarter …
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