As another outlet for promoting growth and the success of the True Value brand, the company has started the process of owning and operating retail stores. True Value purchased its first store in Palatine, Illinois, in March 2024. Eric Lane, …
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Do it Best ‘Activates Growth’ With Focus on Data, Assortments, Pricing at Fall Market
Indianapolis welcomed back Do it Best members, vendors and channel partners for the co-op’s 2024 Fall Market September 6-9. The focus of the event—and the co-op’s priorities for its next fiscal year—are all related to driving growth for members through …
Read More »Go With the Flow With NHPA’s New Cash Flow Course
The kickoff of the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) highly anticipated pilot program “Navigating Cash Flow: A Roadmap to True Financial Freedom” is fast approaching. Designed to empower independent hardware and paint retailers with the knowledge and insights …
Read More »The Independent Channel Unites at the IHI Conference
Bringing together retailers from all affiliations, of all sizes and from across North America and beyond, the 2024 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) sent attendees home with practical takeaways, new connections and a renewed energy to grow as a …
Read More »NHPA Announces New Programs, Strengthening of Alliance With the National Hardware Show
IHI Conference Brings Together Sun and Strategy
We’re so excited that the 2024 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) is almost here! This event is dedicated to exploring innovative solutions to some of today’s most challenging retail operations questions—with a little fun and relaxation on the side. …
Read More »Do it Best Welcomes Kerry Hasselbach as Director of Marketing
Do it Best has announced Kerry Hasselbach as the co-op’s new director of marketing. Hasselbach brings more than 20 years of experience and a proven track record of success in leadership roles across the home and retail industries, making her …
Read More »Aubuchon Company Acquiring Mott Family of Ace Stores
Michael Mott has agreed to sell his four Ace Hardware stores in Pennsylvania to the Aubuchon Company. The stores will continue to operate as Ace Hardware. After closing in October, the Aubuchon Company will operate 123 stores in nine states. “Mike …
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