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BMR Announces Appointment of New Business Development Manager in Ontario

Posted by on Feb 22, 2019 in Featured | Comments Off on BMR Announces Appointment of New Business Development Manager in Ontario

BMR Group is pleased to announce the nomination of Jason Hamburger as our new Business Development Manager in Ontario. This is a new position we’ve created to help our development in Ontario. A native of Elmira, Ontario, Mr. Hamburger brings in more than 20 years of experience in the retail industry. After spending close to a decade as Product Manager for Home Hardware Limited, it is with an undeniable knowledge that he joins BMR Group’s team as of February 25, 2019. Under the direction of Pierre Nolet (Vice President of Business Development), his main role will be the recruiting of new...

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Unilog Announces New eCommerce Offering for Orgill Dealers

Posted by on Feb 20, 2019 in Featured | Comments Off on Unilog Announces New eCommerce Offering for Orgill Dealers

Affiliated stores can easily set up promotional websites to drive online sales and convenience WAYNE, PA — February 20, 2019 — Orgill dealers who have yet to establish a strong eCommerce presence can now easily get in the game, thanks to a new offering that Unilog announced today at the Orgill Dealer Market in Orlando. Orgill, the world’s largest independent hardlines distributor, and Unilog, which delivers powerful, affordable eCommerce solutions and product data enrichment services, are pleased to collaborate on a new Promotional eCommerce program, which enables Orgill dealers to establish...

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TIMBER MART Hosts Ninth Annual National Buying Show

Posted by on Feb 19, 2019 in Featured | Comments Off on TIMBER MART Hosts Ninth Annual National Buying Show

Show Launches New Services and Support For Members With over 1,000 dealers and vendors in attendance, TIMBER MART hosted its ninth annual national buying show from February 15-16 at the Toronto Congress Centre. The show served as a launching pad for a number of exciting developments from the buying group, including: member-exclusive pool buys, educational sessions on new TIMBER MART programs, as well as the Timberkids’ Scholarship Fund program. “Our show this year is bringing great value to our membership through many different channels,” said Bernie Owens, president & CEO of TIMBER...

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Sexton Group announces organizational changes and leadership appointments to support our national growth objectives

Posted by on Jan 21, 2019 in Featured | Comments Off on Sexton Group announces organizational changes and leadership appointments to support our national growth objectives

The Sexton Group has seen significant growth in recent years and has evolved from a western focused buying group to the fastest growing national buying group. “To position the Sexton Group for continued success now and in the future, we’re making strategic organizational changes and announcing leadership appointments,” says Steve Buckle, President. Sexton Group is pleased to announce the following: Eric Palmer will take on the role of Senior Manager Purchasing. Eric has been actively involved in the industry for over 10 years and four with Sexton. He has shown keen leadership skills, which...

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ACCEO Hardware-LBM Recent Leadership Appointments

Posted by on Jan 18, 2019 in Featured | Comments Off on ACCEO Hardware-LBM Recent Leadership Appointments

Marc Leblanc appointed Vice President for the overall Hardware Store and Building Supply Industry division Erick Lamarche, Executive Vice President of Retail Solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Marc Leblanc as Vice President, Hardware Store and Building Supply Industry Solutions. Over the last 22 years, Mr. Leblanc has held several positions within the organization. As part of his new role, Marc will leverage his extensive industry knowledge to represent ACCEO and ensure the growth and profitability of the division. Until recently, Marc was Senior Operations and Sales...

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Weiser Announces New Bluetooth Smart Lock, Aura, at CES 2019

Posted by on Jan 10, 2019 in Featured | Comments Off on Weiser Announces New Bluetooth Smart Lock, Aura, at CES 2019

The Weiser® brand of Spectrum Brands, Inc. – Hardware & Home Improvement Division will reveal its latest Bluetooth smart lock, Aura™, at CES 2019. Aura from Weiser provides an affordable entry point for those looking to upgrade to a smart lock with simple programming capabilities through a smartphone. Weiser will display the keypad Bluetooth-enabled smart lock at its CES booth (#42137, CES Tech West | Sands Expo, Smart Home Marketplace) for media representatives interested in learning more. With Aura, Weiser offers homeowners an affordable smart lock that can be programmed and managed...

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