by Jacob Musselman | Mar 27, 2025 | Trends & Products
For a quarter of a century, the Duck Brand Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest has inspired and supported teens to transform Duck Tape into stunning prom attire, awarding more than half of a million dollars in college scholarships. Back for its 25th year, Duck Brand is...
by Jacob Musselman | Mar 27, 2025 | Industry News
The Conference Board released its March Consumer Confidence Survey, which reports consumer attitude, buying intentions, vacation plans and expectations for inflation, stock prices and interest rates. The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index fell 7.2 points in...
by Jacob Musselman | Mar 26, 2025 | Industry News
ALLPRO held its 2025 Spring Show March 20-22 at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort and Spa in San Antonio, Texas, hosting retailers, vendors and industry professionals for three days of networking and product discovery. “The show was a success in...
by Jacob Musselman | Mar 21, 2025 | Industry News, Trends & Products
On the final day of the 2025 National Hardware Show (NHS), attendees left with new product discoveries and new and revitalized partnerships with retailers and vendors. NHS Awards Kathryn Emery, lifestyle expert and NHS correspondent, and Kevin O’Connor, host of...
by Jacob Musselman | Mar 20, 2025 | Trends & Products
The National Hardware Show (NHS) is officially underway. Independent retailers now have access to the expansive show floor, stocked with thousands of vendors. The North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) managing editor Lindsey Thompson walked the...