by Annie Dameworth | May 13, 2026 | Industry News
The 2026 American Coatings Show (ACS) was declared a success with a total of 542 exhibitors, over 136,600 square feet of exhibit space and over 8,000 total participants from 63 countries, concluding on May 7 in Indianapolis. “Building on more than a decade of success...
by Annie Dameworth | May 13, 2026 | Industry News
Retail sales in April increased for the seventh consecutive month even as gas prices rose and inflation remained high, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. “Retail sales continued to grow in April despite higher gas prices driven by the ongoing conflict in Iran,...
by Annie Dameworth | May 13, 2026 | Industry News
The Sherwin-Williams Company recently hosted the grand opening of the company’s news global headquarters in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. “This grand opening marks a defining moment in the company’s 160-year history,” says Heidi Petz, Sherwin-Williams chair, president...
by Annie Dameworth | May 1, 2026 | Industry News
By Scott Jerousek First and foremost, I would like to congratulate this year’s class of Top Guns recipients. Take a moment and let it sink in—you’re being recognized by your industry as the best of the best. This is a tremendous accomplishment and a well‑deserved...
by Annie Dameworth | May 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
By Mike Aylen In a recent post on social media, I recounted a question I am often asked by retailers: “What is the easiest way to improve margin?” My answer is always the same: “Start with the margin you are losing right now that you don’t know about.” I think it...
