by Jacob Musselman | Jul 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
There’s little doubt that price is a major consideration when contractors decide where to buy their paint, and for independent retailers, that’s where the struggle begins. How do you outprice a competitor who’s practically giving away their paint? Fortunately, it’s...
by Jacob Musselman | Jul 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
Joe Swortz, a U.S. Army veteran and a financial controller in the independent channel, attributes his current leadership and teamwork skills to his time in the military. Motivated by the desire to go to college without financially impacting his parents, Swortz joined...
by Jacob Musselman | Jul 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
In-store services provide a unique opportunity to position your operation as more than just an independent paint store. Whether it’s adding a cafe in your front entrance, providing personalized design services or implementing a robust rental department, in-store...
by Jacob Musselman | Apr 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
Always ready. Always there. The venerable motto of the U.S. National Guard is what Tim Kromholtz lived out during his time in the Washington Air National Guard and still adheres to in his executive role in the independent home improvement industry. Kromholtz’s...
