by Lindsey Thompson | Oct 17, 2022 | Operational Insights
Chris Cummings thought he had all of his boxes checked when it came to succession planning. The owner of The Paint Center in Abilene, Texas, had hired two younger employees, Kinsey Brown and Anthony Martinez, with the intention of grooming them to take over the...
by Lindsey Thompson | Oct 13, 2022 | Industry News
The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA), in partnership with The Farnsworth Group, has released results from the first Independent Retailer Index, a quarterly survey that measures key performance indicators in the independent home improvement channel....
by Lindsey Thompson | Oct 13, 2022 | Industry News
The Kelly-Moore Paint Co., a leading manufacturer and retailer of premium paints and coatings in the U.S., has been acquired by Flacks Group, a global investment firm based in the U.S. The purchase includes 157 retail stores across California, Nevada, Texas and...
by Lindsey Thompson | Oct 13, 2022 | Industry News, Trends & Products
AkzoNobel’s Color of the Year for 2023 is Wild Wonder, a hue inspired by the warm tones of harvested crops. The upbeat glow connects us with nature, creating a sense of energy and positivity. As people search for support, connection, inspiration and balance in the...
by Lindsey Thompson | Oct 13, 2022 | Operational Insights
While you may not like to think about it, you need to plan for what will happen if you are abruptly unable to continue in leadership. To do this kind of succession planning, there are a variety of legal and financial documents you should have on hand at all times,...
