by Lindsey Thompson | Jan 31, 2025 | Industry News
In an era where labor costs are on the rise and the search for the right talent becomes increasingly challenging, retail businesses are compelled to rethink their approach to workforce management. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce America Works Data Center reports that the...
by Lindsey Thompson | Jan 31, 2025 | Industry News
Marking its 125th year of dedicated service in 2025, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is reflecting on the organization’s rich history. As you celebrate with us, walk the Paint and Decorating Retailers Association’s (PDRA) journey to joining...
by Lindsey Thompson | Jan 31, 2025 | Industry News
For a century and a quarter, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has been serving the needs of independent home improvement retailers and providing resources to help them be better and more profitable. This year, NHPA is excited to celebrate 125...
by Lindsey Thompson | Jan 31, 2025 | Operational Insights
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Growing up in the family hardware business, Porters Building Centers Ace Hardware, Alex Porter was raised with a desire to help others. He took his passion for serving to the military and was commissioned as an...
by Lindsey Thompson | Jan 23, 2025 | Industry News, Trends & Products
The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is pleased to announce that it has partnered with the Western Retail Lumber Association (WRLA) to act as the association’s licensed provider of educational and training materials throughout Canada. Under this...
