“The impact-changing wholesaler not only affected our product mix but also our customers’ attitude. The Ace name is highly rated. The store’s ability to handle the Craftsman brand thrilled our…
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“Our switch to Ace Hardware has been extremely positive in a number of ways. Along with the immediate sales increases after each store conversion, we also had many positive customer…
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“We decided to convert because our old co-op did not support each store’s growth. After gathering information from Orgill, Do it Best, etc., we decided that Ace was the best…
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“Since making the change, our same-store sales are up 38%. The power of the Ace brand is amazing. Ace Hardware Corporation gives us goals and tools that allow us to…
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“One of the driving forces of finalizing the decision to change was the brand recognition of Ace over our old distributor. The awesome surprise to us is the positive impact…
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“The Ace team did a great job in setting up shelving, putting up the Discovery product and merging in a great deal of the product from our old store. They…
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“2017 sales were up $229,000 from 2016. 2017 gross margin was 39.4% higher even with January and February closeouts and the remodel. Average sale was $28.75. The Ace name, additional…
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“Change is never easy, but our conversion to Ace has paid off better than we could have ever hoped. Brick and mortar retail is a battleground, and we are proud…
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“I’ve worked with all three of the large hardware co-ops: Do it Best, True Value and Ace. When I looked at the pros and cons of each co-op, I strongly…
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“Switching suppliers after 38 years of buying from the same company was not an easy decision, but it was definitely the right decision. Be it availability of product, Ace Rewards,…
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“Ace advertises nationally and when they do, they drive footsteps to my door. Ace Rewards is an example of this: Instant Savings allows it to be one of the best…
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“In 2013, we decided to convert from Do it Best to Ace because we were showing signs of slower growth than we wanted and were used to. The impact on…
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“Since the switch, we have been very happy with our decision. We have seen higher profit margins and higher sales, but something else changed as well. Our customers. They expect…
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“We were looking to expand our store to make it better for our customers, and us. In the two years we have been with Ace, we have seen a major…
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“Prior to the change, sales had become stagnant for a period of years. This due in part to the slowing of the economy in 2008, the influx of big box…
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“Without a doubt, the most important decision we have ever made for our business. The national image and impression that Ace has in the marketplace provide us with an advertising…
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“Being a True Value store for over 30 years, making the decision to move to Ace was a tough one.The conversion project is huge and overwhelming, but Ace really does…
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“In our first year with Ace, our sales increased 11% and our gross margin was up 2%. We see our District Manager at least 8–10 times per year, whereas, before…
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“Switching to Ace did several things for our business, but, probably most importantly, it renewed our enthusiasm about the hardware industry and our stores. The reset, fresh inventory and new…
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“Brand recognition is more than I imagined possible; sales have double-digit increases every year. The access to education for our staff is powerful. The Rewards program is another favorite. Our…
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“After 30 years with a different co-op, I was surprised to learn how much more I could improve my store by converting to Ace. The name alone is something everyone…
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Matt Mazzone is a hardware store owner like you. The difference is that he converted his stores to Ace so that his business can profit from a nationally recognized brand…
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Hahn Ace Hardware is a second-generation, family-owned and operated local hardware store serving the Hartford and Delafield communities. Their mission is to provide quality products at a fair price with…
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