What’s in Store

Marianne Thompson - Home Hardware’s Chief Merchandising Officer

Hardlines' President Michael McLarney has an in-depth discussion with Home Hardware's Chief Merchandising Officer, Marianne Thompson. The two cover relevant topics such as supply chain roadblocks, inflation and the road ahead for Home Hardware post-pandemic.

The Hardlines Podcast Series is kindly sponsored by RDTS.

Listen to the newest episode on Spotify, PodBean, or www.hardlines.ca/hardlines-podcast-series

Roy Prevost - Business Coach

Keynote Speaker, Author, Business Coach and self-described 'Customer Service Activist' Roy Prevost stops by What's In Store. He discusses with Hardlines President, Michael McLarney, the core values of customer service that companies, and individuals, should instill in today's retail climate.

The Hardlines Podcast Series is kindly sponsored by RDTS.

Listen to the newest episode on Spotify, PodBean, or www.hardlines.ca/hardlines-podcast-series/

Koza brothers discuss the growth of CanSave

Hardlines talked to Cully and Larry Koza, co-owners of CanSave Group. Learn about how they built the business and made the move from distribution to manufacturing. The brothers also talk about how they support Ontario dealers to market kitchen cabinets and pre-hung doors.

Jim Inglis - Former Home Depot Exec

In this episode of What’s in Store, we talk to pioneering Home Depot executive Jim Inglis, author of Breakthrough Retailing: How a Bleeding Orange Culture Can Change Everything.

Inglis looks back on the early years of the company and the skepticism it was met within the industry. He also delves into Home Depot’s entry into Canada through the acquisition of Aikenhead’s. 

Robert Di Tomasso - RDTS

In this episode of What's in Store, we talk with the president of RTDS. Robert shares the challenges RDTS has faced as he fought to rebuild following a series of crises from both inside and outside the company. RDTS is not only the sponsor of this series, it has a story of its own. You’ll hear how in-store merchandising has evolved and what learnings Robert has brought back to Canada after working with some of Europe’s leading retailers.

Beth Casson - National Hardware Show

In this episode, Beth Casson from NHS discusses what is going on at the show from Oct. 21 to 23 in Las Vegas. 

Eric Palmer - Sexton Group

In our latest podcast, we talk with Eric Palmer, Vice President and General Manager of Sexton Group. In discussion with Hardlines’ Michael McLarney, Eric shares his dealers’ outlook on how people are spending their money as more sectors open up. Will travel, destinations, and events cut into the discretionary dollars that people have been spending on their homes? Have a listen in our latest instalment of the Hardlines Podcast Series, What’s in Store.

Bernie Owens - TIMBER MART

TIMBER MART CEO and president, Bernie Owens, talks about cybersecurity, the importance of a buying group, and much more. 

Lowe's Canada - President Tony Hurst Part 2

In this episode, Tony Hurst talks to Hardlines about the strategies for leveraging Lowes Canada‘s unique multi-banner approach and the advantages of the affiliated dealer program under the RONA banner. Hurst also shares his thoughts on leading the company during his first year and a half during the pandemic.

Trends with Hardlines

Hardlines president, Michael McLarney, and editor, Christina Manocchio, discuss what's trending in 2021 and what life will look like post-pandemic.