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Congratulations to Samantha Post and the marketing team at T & M Hardware and Rental on earning Digital Beacon recognition for Best Social Media Campaign! Serving communities across six store locations in Pennsylvania and Ohio, T&M Hardware has paired strong local brand credibility with an intentional digital strategy. Through their "What You Need" campaign, T&M highlights practical problem-solving, reliable product advice, and convenience with an authentic brand voice that directly addresses customer needs. Under Samantha’s leadership, T&M continues to demonstrate how strategic social media management can strengthen local brand trust and drive real engagement for independent retailers. Please join us in celebrating T&M Hardware on this well-deserved national recognition from Hardware Connection! #DoitBest #DigitalBeaconAward #IndependentRetail

Sep 2, 2026 · Facebook

Great food, incredible community, and a record-breaking impact! A huge round of applause for Doug Carroll and the team at Brownsboro Hardware & Paint in Louisville, KY! This year's annual Big Green EGGFest raised a record-high $48,381 to fight local hunger! 🏆👏 Every dollar raised was split between two amazing community organizations: Kentucky Harvest and A Recipe to End Hunger ($24,190.50 each!), helping rescue food and feed local families in need. 🤝❤️ As store owner Doug Carroll shared, "We feel an obligation to give back to the community, and together, we have once again been able to make a difference." With nearly $500,000 raised over the history of EGGFest, Brownsboro Hardware & Paint continues to show what independent retail heart is all about. Drop a comment below to show your support for Doug and his entire team! 👇🎉 #DoitBest #BrownsboroHardware #EGGFest #BigGreenEgg #LouisvilleKY #ShopLocal #CommunityImpact #EndHunger

Sep 1, 2026 · Facebook

Congratulations to our very own, Do it Best Group Vice President of Human Resources, Celeste Stevens on receiving the 2026 Empower Award from the Indiana Women's Collaborative and the Indiana Chamber of Commerce! ✨ This prestigious honor recognizes Celeste for her exceptional leadership, advocacy, and dedication to helping others grow and succeed. Over her inspiring 21-year career with Do it Best Group, Celeste advanced from an hourly team member at our Mesquite, Nevada distribution center to Vice President of Human Resources, playing a pivotal role in some of of the most significant organizational changes in our history. As COO Nick Talarico shared, "Celeste's career is an extraordinary example of what can happen when talent, determination, and a genuine commitment to people come together. What makes her such an exceptional leader is how many people she has helped move forward along the way." Please join us in celebrating Celeste on this well-deserved recognition! #DoitBest #WomenInLeadership #EmpowerAward

Aug 28, 2026 · Facebook

One of the hottest events at the upcoming Fall Market is the Power Preview! This high-energy, one-day event gives attendees an exclusive look at the latest innovations in outdoor power equipment, outdoor accessories, and grilling technology. Retailers can see live product demos, collaborate directly with leading vendor partners, enjoy fresh food straight off the grill, and take advantage of exclusive event discounts. It is a can't-miss opportunity to power up your product assortments and prepare for the season ahead. We look forward to seeing our members and retailers on the floor! Register at www.doitbestmarket.com #DoitBest #FallMarket #OutdoorPowerEquipment

Aug 27, 2026 · Facebook

Since opening its doors in 1911, Pierre Part Store has grown alongside the community it serves. As one of Louisiana's longest continually operating independent retailers, this fourth-generation family business has consistently evolved while holding fast to its core customer service values. Today, Pierre Part Store operates four Louisiana locations with a uniquely diversified product mix. From hardware, lumber, and lawn-and-garden supplies to groceries, a fresh deli, and specialty commercial fishing gear, they provide everything their region needs under one roof. Since joining Do it Best in 2013, our team has been proud to support their continued growth, including guiding a major store remodel to optimize their retail space and enhance the customer experience. Please join us in celebrating the Pierre Part Store team for over a century of independent retail excellence and community leadership! Read the full article here: https://issuu.com/yournhpa/docs/hardware_connection_august_12_2026/30 #DoitBest #IndependentRetail #RetailExcellence

Aug 21, 2026 · Facebook

In independent retail, staying ahead of the consumer calendar is a constant focus. While the Fall Market takes place this September, it serves as the critical launching pad for your peak seasons next year. By registering today, you ensure your team will be in Indianapolis to review early-order programs, lock in pricing on seasonal outdoor power equipment, and secure high-margin lawn and garden inventory before the winter rush. Planning your product mix early keeps your operations smooth and your storefront ahead of big-box competitors. Join us this September. Register at https://www.doitbestmarket.com/ #DoitBest #RetailStrategy #SeasonalBuying

Aug 20, 2026 · Facebook

Congratulations to David VanderWeele and the entire team at Big Rapids Lumber & Hardware on earning the 2026 Beacon Award for Best New Store from The Hardware Connection! Since purchasing the former Big Rapids Cash & Carry in 2020, David led a major transformation to reimagine the business as a modern, full-service home improvement destination. Utilizing the Do it Best store design program to optimize retail flow, drive sales, and elevate the customer experience, the team expanded core departments, added a dedicated Kitchen & Bath Design Center, and created an impressive Milwaukee Tool destination to seamlessly serve both pro contractors and everyday homeowners. From modernizing store operations to strengthening community roots in Big Rapids, Michigan, this recognition highlights the true power of independent retail innovation. Please join us in celebrating Big Rapids Lumber & Hardware on this incredible achievement! #DoitBest #BeaconAwards #IndependentRetail

Aug 14, 2026 · Facebook

The true strength of the co-op model is the community it builds. When independent retailers unite, they combine local passion with global momentum. This September 24 to 28 in Indianapolis, the Do it Best Fall Market will serve as a powerful reminder of what independent hardware stores and lumberyards can achieve together. It is an unmatched environment to renew old friendships, forge new partnerships, and feel the collective energy of thousands of business owners driving the industry forward. Be part of the momentum. Secure your spot at the Fall Market today: https://www.doitbestmarket.com/ #DoitBest #FallMarket #RetailIndustry

Aug 13, 2026 · Facebook

Independent hardware stores are built on local service, but Oye's Hardware is taking community delivery to a whole new level. With their trademark slogan, "Don't you Quiver, We deliver!", staff members take turns pedaling hardware orders directly to neighbors within a five-mile radius. This creative approach not only brings a personal touch to everyday orders, but it also reflects the genuine commitment to customer service that sets independent retailers apart in their local markets. Kudos to the Oye's Hardware team for bringing smiles, sustainability, and outstanding service to their community every single day! Read the full article here: https://issuu.com/yournhpa/docs/hardware_retailing_july_august_2026/40 #DoitBest #IndependentRetail #CustomerService

Aug 12, 2026 · Facebook

Sixty years of serving the community and a lifetime of retail excellence! 🏆🛠️ Please join us in giving a huge congratulations to Bill Gilbert, owner of Gilberts Hardware and Appliance, on receiving the national Retail Beacon Award for Lifetime Achievement from The Hardware Connection! This prestigious honor recognizes Bill and his family's decades of dedication and lasting contributions to independent home improvement retailing. The legacy began 60 years ago in 1965 as a modest Western Auto storefront in downtown Owosso. Built on the belief that a local store can take care of people better than anyone else, Gilbert’s Hardware & Appliance has grown into a true cornerstone of Owosso and expanded to serve the DeWitt community! Please join us in celebrating Bill, his family, and his entire store team on earning this well-deserved national honor! #DoitBest #GilbertsHardware #RetailBeaconAward #IndependentRetail #OwossoMI #DeWittMI #SupportLocal #FamilyBusiness

Aug 10, 2026 · Facebook

Congratulations to the incredible group of rising leaders across our member network who were named Hardware & Building Supply Dealer NextGen Award winners. This annual recognition honors standout professionals across the hardware and building supply sector whose innovation, strategic vision, and commitment to excellence are shaping the future of independent retail. Their dedication on the showroom floor and in their local communities continues to drive our entire industry forward. Please join us in celebrating these talented leaders on earning this well-deserved national recognition: ✨ Adam Gunnett, BI & Tech Strategy, Busy Beaver - Home Improvement Centers ✨ Sean Pellman, Director of Operations, PC Home Center ✨ Tyler Yates, Senior Inventory Controller & Field Development, Nation’s Best Holdings, LLC And congratulations again to Do it Best Group team members Jenna Magnuson and Will Beamon! https://hbsdealer.com/meet-nextgen-award-honorees #DoitBest #NextGenWinners #HBSDealer #IndependentRetail #RetailLeaders

Aug 8, 2026 · Facebook

Nearly 300 attendees joined us this week in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, for the latest stop in our distribution center open house series! The two-day event brought together vendor partners offering exclusive buying specials, along with Do it Best members and True Value retailers for great food, networking, and a behind-the-scenes tour of the largest distribution center in our network. Thank you to all of our members, retailers, and vendor partners who joined us and helped make this event a success! #DoitBest #TrueValue #SupplyChainExcellence #DistributionCenterOpenHouse

Aug 7, 2026 · Facebook