Nation’s Best has announced the retirement of regional vice president Greg Smith, marking the conclusion of a 50-year career in the building materials and home improvement industry. Smith currently serves as regional vice president of Nation’s Best’s South Central region, …
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RONA Appoints New President and Chief Executive Officer
RONA inc. recently announced the appointment of Alain Ménard as president and chief executive officer, succeeding J.P. Towner, who will serve on RONA’s board of directors. These changes will take effect on Oct. 1, 2026. J.P. and Alain will continue …
Read More »Builder Confidence Drops in September
Higher mortgage rates, worsening labor shortages and rising material costs are weighing on builder sentiment. Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes fell three points to 32 in September, according to the most recent National Association of …
Read More »Do it Best Opens 3,000-Square-Foot Retail Innovation Lab
Do it Best Group has opened a 3,000-square-foot Retail Innovation Lab in Dallas where Do it Best and True Value members will be able to test retail technology in a mock store, receive training and work with the company’s technology …
Read More »Woodstream Changes Distribution Model, Ends Relationships With Major Wholesalers
Woodstream is changing how it distributes its portfolio of pest control, animal control and wild bird products, ending its relationships with Do it Best Group and Orgill as the two wholesalers prepare replacement assortments for independent retailers. Orgill confirmed to …
Read More »Rural King Adds 5th Georgia Location
Rural King recently announced the opening of its newest Georgia store location in Brunswick, marking the company’s fifth location in the state. Grand opening festivities will take place Friday, Sept. 18, through Sunday, Sept. 20. New customers who enroll in …
Read More »Target Names New Chief Marketing and Guest Experience Officer
Target Corporation recently announced Mark Weinstein has joined the company as chief marketing and guest experience officer, effective immediately. Weinstein reports directly to Michael Fiddelke, Target’s chief executive officer, and will play a critical role in the company’s growth strategy, …
Read More »Sherwin-Williams and HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams Name 2027 Color of the Year
Sherwin-Williams and HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams recently unveiled their unified 2027 Color of the Year: Celery. A soft, muted green with subtle yellow undertones, Celery offers a fresh perspective on comfort and calm, bringing a light and airy presence to interiors …
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