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Paying It Forward: Creating Opportunity for the Next Generation

pay it forward

In 2015, Corinne Courtney left her corporate job in New York City to pursue her dream of building a hardware store from a woman’s perspective. When she was researching the independent home improvement industry, Courtney came across Scott Wright and …

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The Independent Channel Connects Over Tech Solutions

independent channel

The 2023 NHPA Independents Conference brought the industry together, with retailers, vendors, wholesale representatives and others from the independent channel meeting in Dallas to talk through challenges, share ideas and celebrate industry successes. “The conference was great. I enjoyed the …

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Curtis Lumber Fosters the Trades as a Career Option With Students

With only 16% of high school students choosing to pursue a skilled trade as a career, the lack of qualified workers to fill open job positions—including plumbers, electricians, carpenters, roofers and welders—has put a strain on the industry. In an …

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5 Retailers Talk Industry Solutions

retail solutions

In just a few weeks, the 2023 NHPA Independents Conference will be underway in Dallas. Your peers will be there, will you? Over the course of two days, the event will champion retailer success stories, provide opportunities to share solutions …

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NHPA Educates on Retaining Top Talent at True Value Spring Reunion

retaining top talent

Sharing insights and best practices on retaining top talent, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) will be facilitating the education for the Retail Best Practices Conference at the True Value Spring Reunion in Chicago on March 16 from …

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Model Store Reflects Reality at the Orgill Spring Dealer Market

Orgill Spring Dealer Market

Orgill is welcoming thousands of retailers to the Big Easy this week as it officially kicks off its 2023 Spring Dealer Market at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.  The event, which runs from Feb. 9-11, brings together …

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8 Retailers Attend NHPA Management Program After Receiving Scholarships From STIHL Inc.

Stihl scholarships

Eight home improvement retailers from across the nation recently graduated from the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) Retail Management Certification Program (RMCP) after each received a $5,000 scholarship to attend the program from Virginia Beach-based STIHL Inc. RMCP …

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4 Best Practices When Adding a New Product Category

New Product Category

Adding a new product category to your operation can be a formidable undertaking. Follow these best practices to successfully bring a new category to your store. Choose a category that compliments your hardline offerings and appeals to your customer base. …

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