Ace Hardware Names 2025 Vendors of the Year
This past February, Ace Hardware recognized seven vendor partners for their performance and collaboration across merchandising, marketing and operations, naming them its 2025 Vendors of the Year. The cooperative said the honorees demonstrated strong support for independent retailers through product innovation, operational execution and partnership across multiple categories.
“Our vendor partners are essential to the strength of the Ace brand and the success of our independent retailers,” says Chris Huot, corporate vice president of merchandising at Ace Hardware. “The 2025 Vendors of the Year represent the very best of our vendor community, bringing a deep understanding of what it takes to help local Ace retailers win. We are grateful for their partnership and proud to recognize their outstanding contributions.”
According to Ace, the vendors were selected based on measurable contributions across key areas of the business, including exclusive and differentiated products, marketing support and operational alignment with Ace’s retail strategy.
The Winners: Ace Hardware’s 2025 Vendors of the Year
The companies recognized as Ace Hardware’s 2025 Vendors of the Year include:
Outdoor Living
Weber
Kitchen and Beverage
SodaStream
Plumbing and Bath
Kohler
HVAC / Filtration
Flanders
Electrical / Accessories
Vanco
Tools and Hardware
QJT
In addition, Warmies received the Ace Foundation Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Vendor of the Year award for its support of the Ace Hardware Foundation and its efforts to help improve the health and well-being of children in communities served by Ace retailers.
Ace said the vendor recognition program highlights companies that demonstrate a strong partnership mindset and contribute to the cooperative’s long-term growth strategy.
For more information, visit Ace Hardware’s newsroom.
