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Dan Tratensek, Publisher of Hardware Retailing magazine, sits down with industry veterans to get the latest scoop on the industry and their business.
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Monday Aug 01, 2022
Monday Aug 01, 2022
On this episode, Dan has a conversation with Michael McLarney, founder and president of Hardlines, Inc. The two talk all about the 26th Annual Hardlines Conference, which will take place in Ontario, Canada, Oct. 18-19. They also talk about the differences and similarities between Canadian and U.S. retailers, what factors are impacting our members north of the border and more.
Music Credits:
"Let That Sink In" by Lee Rosevere
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Monday Jul 18, 2022
On this episode of the podcast, Dan Tratensek and Scott Wright discuss the 2022 Young Retailer of the Year program and the eight honorees. This program identifies the next generation of aspiring independent home improvement and paint retailers who are 35 years of age or younger throughout the U.S., its territories and Canada. Learn more about each honoree and their operation at YourNHPA.org/yroty.
Monday Jul 04, 2022
Monday Jul 04, 2022
On this episode of the podcast, Dan has a conversation with Geff Lynch, president of Lancaster, a paint sundry supplier that services more than 10,000 independent paint stores, national and regional paint chains, hardware stores and home centers. The two discuss the importance for retailers to have an online presence. They also talk about the supply chain and the paint industry overall.
Music Credits:
"Let That Sink In" by Lee Rosevere
Monday Jun 20, 2022
Monday Jun 20, 2022
As Pedrotti Ace Hardware celebrates 100 years in business, owner Gene Pedrotti talks with associate editor Lindsey Thompson about the store's storied history and long-time involvement in the community.
Music Credits:
"Let That Sink In" by Lee Rosevere
Monday Jun 06, 2022
Monday Jun 06, 2022
In this episode, podcast producer and retail engagement specialist Renee Changnon has a conversation with Walker Tanner of Tanner Paint Co. in Tampa, Florida. The two discuss his business, which has been owned and operated by his family since 1933. Walker also discusses his love of the independent paint industry and his plans to open a second location.
Music Credits:
"Let That Sink In" by Lee Rosevere
Monday May 16, 2022
Monday May 16, 2022
In this episode, Dan has a conversation with Todd Gatesy, the general manager of U.S. dealer and retail for PPG’s Architectural Coatings business. They talk about how the past few years have impacted the paint industry, new product lines coming from PPG and the future of the industry as a whole. Dan also chats with Brett Polachek, the national account manager with Sakrete. The company recently launched a partnership program with NHPA called Building a Strong Foundation. The program is intended to assist NHPA in developing young leaders for the independent retail channel.
Music Credits:
"Let That Sink In" by Lee Rosevere
Sunday May 01, 2022
Sunday May 01, 2022
Listen to the 2022 NHPA Top Guns Award winners take the stage in a panel discussion at the NHPA All-Industry Conference. Hear their business best practices, their insights into competing as independents and how they are creating operations that attract customers and top talent.
Music Credits:
"Let That Sink In" by Lee Rosevere
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Monday Apr 18, 2022
In this episode, we welcome back Do it Best President and CEO Dan Starr to the podcast to talk about growth in the industry, the importance of markets combining a virtual and in-person presence and more.
Music Credits:
"Let That Sink In" by Lee Rosevere
Monday Apr 04, 2022
Monday Apr 04, 2022
On this episode of the podcast, Dan has a conversation with Mark Lipton, a thought leader in the independent paint and hardware retailing channels. As a former independent paint retailer, Lipton shares his thoughts on the industry today. He also talks about his history of writing and creating content through his blog, podcast and vlog, as well as sharing about the consultation services he provides the industry.
Music Credits:
"Let That Sink In" by Lee Rosevere
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Are you ready for the National Hardware Show next month? On today's episode, Dan catches up with Beth Casson from NHS to talk about all the exciting things coming to the show in a few weeks in Las Vegas. They also talk about the future of the National Hardware Show and how it continues to evolve.
Music Credits:
"Let That Sink In" by Lee Rosevere