DISTRIBUTORS/CO-OPS

HDA names director of merchandising
Hardlines Distribution Alliance promotes an experienced merchant.
White Cap acquires Tri-Boro Construction Supplies
The building materials, concrete, and safety supplies distributor has been certified by Great Place to Work.

News
Orgill Report: From the CEO
An interview with Boyden Moore hits on growth, markets and a big, new concept.
News
Cameron Ashley expands LP partnership in Louisiana
Three Louisiana distribution centers will now carry a full line of LP Structural Solutions.
Do it Best
Do it Best keeps on growing
Home improvement cooperative promotes 3, adds 9 to the team.
Ace
Ace sales, income lower in Q1
First profit decline in more than 6 years, says CEO, noting that weather played a factor.
HARDWARE STORES
Gillman Home Center opens in Muncie
Newest store makes 15 locations total in Indiana and Ohio for this Do it Best dealer.
News
One on One with Orgill’s Boyden Moore
CEO shares business update, plus a sneak peek at the Orgill Concept Center of the future.
HARDWARE STORES
Krogen’s celebrates 90th
Wisconsin hardware store honors 9 decades with its community: Says thank you in 90 ways.
Ace
Ace Hardware to honor fallen heroes with 1 million American flags
‘To help honor our fallen heroes,’ Ace will distribute flags to customers and the VFW.
News
Ace buys service brands from private equity firm
Grove Mountain sells Unique Indoor Comfort Holdings to the co-op.
News
Orgill experts weigh in on outdoor living
Merchandise managers say the category is still grilling, and it’s still growing.
Do it Best
Do it Best in promotion mode
Home improvement cooperative promotes 7, adds 2 to the team.
True Value
John Mellencamp coming to the True Value Fall Reunion
Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer to play at True Value event in September; registration now open.

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