by Lindsey Thompson | Mar 14, 2022 | Industry News
As part of its “Building a New Foundation” program, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has announced a partnership with Sakrete that includes two new scholarships for students enrolling in the association’s Retail Management Certification Program...
by Lindsey Thompson | Jan 31, 2022 | Industry News, Operational Insights
The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) took a look back at the home improvement industry in the past year and shared its top three takeaways going into 2022. According to preliminary estimates, the home improvement industry grew 13 percent for the entire year...
by Lindsey Thompson | Sep 20, 2021 | Industry News
Meet the 2021 Top Guns—three high-achieving and innovative retailers. For 14 years, The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has recognized retailers who are strategically leading their operations and making investments in their teams through the Top...
by Olivia Shroyer | Jul 6, 2021 | Industry News
Small Business Rising, a new coalition of independent businesses, launched in April urging policymakers to reign in monopolies and level the playing field for independent businesses to compete and serve the needs of their communities. Hardware Retailing recently spoke...
by Olivia Shroyer | Jun 1, 2021 | Industry News
Home improvement industry pioneer and former Hardware Retailing editor Bob Vereen has died at age 96. He spent his professional life covering the home improvement channel, visiting countless home improvement stores and sharing his findings through numerous articles...