Retailer Stories, CEO Insights & 15 Years of Hardware Wisdom — February Issue
Altadena Hardware owner shares how community support gives his family strength to rebuild after the LA fires.
Orgill’s Growth Playbook
Boyden Moore, president and CEO of Orgill, is leading the company’s push to help independent retailers stay competitive. “We have…
After the Fire
The blaze left only the store’s brick façade standing, destroying everything inside and resulting in a total loss of inventory…
5 Ways to Increase Average Transaction Size
A consistent, manageable price change strategy—updating around 500 prices weekly—keeps your process efficient, maintains your price image and reduces inflationary…
Tools and Tech Report from 2025 CES
Consumer Electronics Show 2025 in Las Vegas attracted over 141,000 attendees from more than 150 countries, with more than 4,500…
California Wildfires of January 2025 Devastate Altadena Hardware
The store, owned by Jim and Paula Orlandini, had served the community for over 80 years. January’s California wildfires, fueled…
Register Now for NHS 2025: New Buyer Programs and Industry Events Await
The National Hardware Show (NHS) has opened registration for its 2025 event, scheduled for March 18-20 at the Las Vegas…
Latest News on True Value/Do it Best; Plus Heroic Hurricane Recovery
Flooded out but not down—read how one retailer rebuilds after devastating flood waters.
Green Light for Do it Best Purchase of True Value
As the bankruptcy and sale process advances, store owners weigh options for future stability and support. “We’re at a crossroads,”…
Building a Smarter Retail Future
With years of experience at Orgill, Jim Rivas steps into his new role at Tyndale Advisors with a focus on…
