As retailers crowded into United Hardware’s Fall and Winter Buying Market, held July 28-30 at the Minneapolis Convention Center, one message came across loud and clear. There are plenty of opportunities to gain success in the home improvement industry for those willing to look. Retailers in attendance were upbeat about sales so far this year and were ready to take on something new.
“This has been a strong year for us, with growth in several categories,” says United Hardware president and CEO Steve Draeger. “In particular, lawn and garden and grilling are two categories with a lot of growth for us, and we have a good presence in these areas at the market. Our customers also continue to look at our new items area with excitement and find products that will work in their stores.”
