by Lindsey Thompson | Jul 14, 2023 | Industry News, Operational Insights
What others might call saturated, John McKenna calls success. John and his brother Buddy McKenna are the owners of The Paint Shoppes, a five-store operation in the Providence, Rhode Island, area. The state is home to 1 million residents with Providence’s population...
by Olivia Shroyer | Mar 29, 2023 | Operational Insights
Across the Nation: Read about previous NHPA on the Road trips and the stores visited at YourNHPA.org/on-the-road. Traveling to new destinations is a great way to learn and have some fun. Exploring retail operations in communities away from your own can be an...
by Lindsey Thompson | Feb 6, 2023 | Industry News, Operational Insights
Do you enjoy learning about independent home improvement businesses? Do you like mountain views and ocean scenes? There is no need to pack your bags to experience this if you need a quick fix. Instead, grab your smartphone, tablet or computer and make sure you’re...
by Olivia Shroyer | Feb 1, 2023 | Operational Insights
With nine trips under her belt, Renee Changnon, retail engagement specialist for the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA), plans to keep the NHPA on the Road travel series bright in 2023. First for the year is a trip to the Pacific Northwest in...
by Lindsey Thompson | Nov 13, 2022 | Industry News, Operational Insights
Have you ever been on vacation and felt the urge to visit a local hardware or paint store? Your family and friends might not understand, but these store visits are a great way to improve your business. They allow you to find new products, meet your peers and explore...
