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On this episode, Renee talks with four of the five owners of Nikiski Hardware & Supply in Nikiski, Alaska. The group came together to open the business less than a year ago in order to support the local community and provide products, support and act as a place for people to come together. Learn how their trip to the National Hardware Show in Las Vegas and their background in the home improvement industry has led to their new business venture. 

In the first episode of the year, Renee welcomes Cody Goeppner of Blehyl Co-op back to the podcast. Cody shares a few of the new initiatives the company has launched, he talks about where he sees technology taking retail and much more.

In the final episode of the year, Renee sits down with Dan Tratensek,  NRHA’s executive vice president and executive editor of Hardware Retailing. The two talk about Dan's 24 years serving the independent hardware industry through the NRHA, what he predicts in the decade ahead and why he is so passionate about serving the industry. If you want to hear more from Dan, make sure to subscribe to his podcast, "Taking Care of Business."

On this episode, Renee's guest this week is Gina Schaefer, co-founder and CEO of A Few Cool Hardware Stores. Tune in to hear Gina's journey from one store to eleven.

On this episode, Renee sits down with Kevin Hancock, CEO of Hancock Lumber in Casco, Maine. Kevin shares an incredible story about how his speech disorder set him on a path to develop new management skills and a company culture that encourages all employees to be leaders.

On this episode, Renee shares some highlights with retailers she met during her road trip across the New England area. They discuss how each operation is a vital part of their communities and how some retailers have found unique niches.

On this episode, Renee is joined in this episode by the Vice President of Aubuchon Hardware, Josiah Gates. Headquartered in Westminster, Massachusetts, Aubuchon operates 104 stores across the country.

On this episode, join Renee in this episode as she chats with Franklin Cloninger, General Manager of Triangle Hardware and one of NHPA's 2019 Young Retailer of the Year nominees.

On this episode, Renee chats with Jamie Gentner, COO of Center Hardware & Supply in San Francisco. Listen along as they talk about how the family business has evolved through four generations. Plus, learn why social media and events are a key part of her business's customer outreach.

On this episode, Renee speaks with Pat Sullivan this week, owner of Sullivan Hardware in Indiana. They talk about how Pat took over the business and continues to help the store thrive through services and special events.