Tell Me More...

In this episode of "Tell Me More...", Renee chats with Shayna Roberts of Morris Hardware in McConnelsville, Ohio. The store has been serving the community since 1845. Recently, the team was recognized for making serious contributions to preserve and promote the history of the longstanding family business. As the company celebrates 175 years in business and six generations of service, learn more about why preserving your history and working toward the future is important.

In this episode of the podcast, Renee tries something a little different and discusses about a topic that interests her. She introduces the listener to her journey in the industry and talks about the importance of visiting retailers stores while traveling for work or fun. If you haven't made pit stops at home improvement stores in the past, you may be inspired to take it up during your next road trip.

In this episode of Tell Me More..." Renee has a conversation with Adam Taylor of Trust Hardware in Indianapolis. He opened his first store in 2012 and later went on to become known as the operation open 24/7. Now he is in the process of opening a second store and is looking to the future to bring more Trust stores to the area.

In this episode, Renee chats with Bea and Steve Fisher of Bea's Hardware in Round Mountain, Nevada. Bea and Steve talk about how they've been running their business as a mobile operation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode of Hardware Retailing's podcast "Tell Me More...", host Renee Changnon talks with Michael Wynn, president of Sunshine Ace Hardware, a chain of 11 hardware store and one paint store in southwest Florida. Tune in to learn about how the operation has remained a helpful resource to its local customers and why Wynn says supporting employees has been a big priority, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In the next episode, Renee Changnon welcomes Ted McDonald of Boltz Hardware in Martinsburg, West Virginia to the podcast. They talk about the history of the business, which opened in 1929, his decision to take on ownership and more. Renee brought Ted back on the show for the second half of the recording to provide an update, as the store had a electrical fire in February and then has had the process of getting back in business slowed due to COVID-19 hitting the country the next month. Listen in to hear how Ted has been moving forward and why he is more excited than ever for 2021.

In this episode of Hardware Retailing’s podcast “Tell Me More…”, host Renee Changnon has a conversation with Renee Zaman, owner of Mazo Hardware & Rental in Mazomanie, Wisconsin. Renee has been running her hardware store since she took ownership in 2009. With the help of her close-knit team, she serves her community with a smile on her face and laughs through the fun videos they share on the store’s Facebook page.

In this episode of "Tell Me More..." Renee chats with Susan Wasko, co-owner of Wasko Hardware in Keosauqua, Iowa. During the episode, we will talk about the business she has run with her husband Joe since 2005, their deep roots in the hardware industry and how the company has continued to serve its community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode, Renee has a conversation with Brett Thorne of Thorne Lumber Company, based in Chillicothe, Missouri. Brett talks about his experience in the industry, his own show, "Building The Future Podcast," and how his company has been managing the operation and serving the community during the pandemic. Tune in to the episode and then find Brett's podcast to listen to as well.

On this episode of "Tell Me More..." Renee has a conversation with Blake Burgess and Ryan Lindner, two Ace Hardware store owners and the creators of the PAL POD. They talk about their different retail operations with locations in Wisconsin and Nebraska, the story of each of their journeys in the hardware industry and how they came together to start their own podcast, where they interview other Ace dealers. Tune in and then be sure to find their podcast!

In this episode of "Tell Me More..." 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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

In this episode of "Tell Me More...", 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.

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.