BREAKING: Ace Hardware Corp. has canceled its 2020 Spring Convention amid growing concern regarding COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus. The event was originally scheduled to take place March 12-14 in Chicago. Late last night, Ace president and CEO John …
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Nominations for America’s Main Street Contest Now Open
Communities across the country are vying for the fifth annual America’s Main Streets contest, presented by shop-local organization Independent We Stand. The three-month long online contest helps small business owners, Main Street organizations and consumers reward a deserving Main Street …
Read More »National Hardware Show Issues Statement Regarding Coronavirus
Over the last few weeks, the National Hardware Show has been closely monitoring the COVID-19 virus and its impact on members of the global hardware and home improvement community, including the business disruptions caused by cancelled or postponed events. The …
Read More »Lowe’s Sells Ace Canada Assets to Peavey Industries
Lowe’s Canada and Peavey Industries LP, a Canadian farm, ranch and hardware retailer, have announced that Peavey Industries is acquiring the assets of Ace Canada. RONA, a company that is part of the Lowe’s Canada group, will sell the assets …
Read More »Do it Best Foundation to Distribute Grants in Support of Local Communities
Do it Best Corp. recently announced the launch of the Do it Best Foundation to distribute grants to organizations that align with its giving pillars and generate the biggest impact in their communities to help them be great places to …
Read More »2nd NRHA Conference Keynote Announced: Kevin Hancock
At the NRHA All-Industry Conference, Hancock Lumber chairman, president and CEO Kevin Hancock will take the stage as a keynote presenter. The theme of the NRHA All-Industry Conference is “Industry Disrupters: How Today’s Leaders Are Winning the Retail Game.” Hancock’s …
Read More »Paint, Impulse and Dealer Services Top the List at the Orgill Spring Dealer Market
Thousands of independent home improvement retailers gathered in Orlando to attend the Orgill Spring Dealer Market, which began today and runs through Feb. 29. The Market covers nearly 1 million square feet of the Orange County Convention Center and draws …
Read More »How Friedman’s Home Improvement Used an ERP System to Enrich Company Culture
For more than 70 years, Friedman’s Home Improvement has sought new ways to serve its California customers. With four locations and a diverse customer base that includes weekend DIYers, professional builders and every trade in between, the Friedman’s team is …
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