On a recent episode of the “Taking Care of Business” podcast, NHPA’s Melanie Moul talked to Chris Warp, president of Warp Bros./Flex-O-Glass, about the company’s milestone of reaching 100 years in business in 2024. Click here to listen to the …
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R.P. Lumber Strengthens Presence in Iowa
R.P. Lumber Co. Inc. continues to grow with the pending acquisition of Schrock Lumber Co., a 60-year-old family-owned hardware, lumber and building materials retailer located in Mediapolis, Iowa. The transaction will close on Friday, March 1st. Terms of the deal …
Read More »Exclusive: Do it Best Merchandising VP Offers Houston Preview, Outlines Company Priorities
Ahead of the Do it Best Spring 2024 Market in Houston, Hardware Retailing had the opportunity to talk to vice president of merchandising Jason Stofleth. Learn more about the co-op’s strategies for helping retailers navigate inventory and increase foot traffic …
Read More »Tractor Supply Reports 2.5% Growth in Net Sales, Plans 80 New Stores
Tractor Supply has released its 2023 annual report, which shows the farm, pet and ranch retailer saw net sales increase 2.5% over 2022 to $14.56 billion. Comparable store sales were even with the prior year, while comparable store transaction size …
Read More »True Value Will Take Over Universal Studios for Fall Reunion Welcome Reception
True Value Co. will provide Fall Reunion attendees exclusive access to Universal Studios Florida for its Welcome Reception on Sept. 9. The twice-a-year event kicks off that morning with a session from senior leaders and the opening of the show …
Read More »Orgill Welcomes Dealers to the 2024 Spring Dealer Market in Orlando
From inspiring model stores and more than 1,200 vendor booths to promotional areas and product showcases, retailers were able to take it all in this week at Orgill’s 2024 Spring Dealer Market held at the Orange County Convention Center in …
Read More »Orgill Subsidiary Tyndale Advisors Names New President
Tyndale Advisors, the wholly owned subsidiary and marketing arm of Orgill Inc., has announced the promotion of Jim Rivas to president. The change represents a strategic pivot toward prioritizing growth and innovation, both within the company and for the clients …
Read More »EISENWARENMESSE to Highlight Product Discovery, Education
On March 3-6, home improvement retailers, vendors and other industry members will meet together in Cologne, Germany, for product discovery and education at the EISENWARENMESSE International Hardware Fair Cologne 2024. As a central meeting place for the international hardware industry, the …
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