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From Military to Management: Cole Atwood’s Journey From Military Service to Home Improvement

From Military to Management: Cole Atwood’s Journey From Military Service to Home Improvement

by Annie Dameworth | Jun 30, 2025 | Industry News

From a legacy of military service to finding a new home at Do it Best, Cole Atwood’s journey from the U.S. Army to the independent home improvement industry was marked by dedication and teamwork. Growing up, Atwood was surrounded by military tradition, with his...
There’s Even More to Learn at the 2025 IHI Conference Partner Events

There’s Even More to Learn at the 2025 IHI Conference Partner Events

by Lindsey Thompson | Jun 25, 2025 | Industry News

With a dynamic lineup of expert-led sessions, panel discussions and opportunities to make connections with peers, manufacturers and service providers, the 2025 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) will take place July 30-31 at the stunning JW...
Do it Best’s Dan Walton Serves the Country and the Channel

Do it Best’s Dan Walton Serves the Country and the Channel

by Lindsey Thompson | Feb 28, 2025 | Operational Insights

Dan Walton has one foot in the independent home improvement industry and one in the military but is fully dedicated to both. As a communications specialist for Do it Best, Dan also currently serves in the Indiana Air National Guard. His career in the military started...
Exclusive: New True Value President Gets Candid About Company’s Future

Exclusive: New True Value President Gets Candid About Company’s Future

by Lindsey Thompson | Feb 26, 2025 | Industry News, Trends & Products

At the end of 2024, Do it Best made one of the biggest acquisitions in the history of the home improvement channel, purchasing the assets and operations of True Value. The sale closed on Nov. 22 and in the weeks since, both sides—and the industry—have been following...
Do it Best and True Value Move Forward Together

Do it Best and True Value Move Forward Together

by Lindsey Thompson | Feb 18, 2025 | Industry News

In just a few weeks, Do it Best will host the first ever Do it Best and True Value Spring Market, welcoming existing Do it Best member-owners and True Value retailers to join together as the new company looks toward the future.  It has been almost three months since...
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