Bringing the independent channel together in Orlando, Florida, the 2025 Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) combined learning and leisure, sending attendees home with best practices on retail operations and insights to address current market conditions. Attendees of the event, hosted by the North American Hardware and Paint Association and the Hardware Conference, included retailers from all affiliations, industry vendors and other channel players, who enjoyed educational breakout sessions, networking opportunities, keynote speakers and social events.
Keep an eye out for the September issue of Paint and Decorating Retailer, which will feature a full recap of the event, including a celebration of the Young Retailer of the Year honorees, and check out the IHI Conference by the numbers below.
- 500+ Attendees
- 25+ Exhibitors
- 30 Breakout Sessions
- 5 Main Stage Events
- 3 Industry Awards
- 3 Partner Events
See You Next Year!
We just wrapped up 2025, but can’t wait for 2026. Click here to join the mailing list for updates on the 2026 Independent Home Improvement Conference.
