Kenneth Clark

Kenneth Clark

Editor in Chief

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Ken Clark has covered hardware stores, lumberyards and the building product distribution industry since 2006, and he has visited dealer locations from coast to coast. He's a graduate of Indiana University and a supporter of the Embrace Kids Foundation.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

8/5/2021
Poll result: Cyber secure
The industry seems to think highly of its cybersecurity situation.

Kenneth Clark
8/4/2021
In D.C.: A few, cool, employee-owned hardware stores
After nearly 20 years in business, 13-store chain embraces an ESOP.

Kenneth Clark
8/4/2021
Builders FirstSource rides strong demand
Record Q2 includes merger-driven sales growth of 186.6%.

Kenneth Clark
8/3/2021
Opening day in Rome, for Orgill
The fast-growing company cuts the ribbon at its New York distribution facility.

Kenneth Clark
8/3/2021
Scotts keeps growing in Q3
Hawthorne division strengthened with acquisition of HydroLogic of Santa Cruz, Calif.

Kenneth Clark
8/2/2021
NPD Stat of the Week: Losing ground to 2020 sales
Compared to April 2020, bagged-goods sales were down 14% in April 2021.

Kenneth Clark
8/2/2021
The Top 300 Rides Again
Special report: Here are the 300 leading hardware and building supply dealers.

Kenneth Clark
8/1/2021
Poll question: The cybersecurity situation
Cyber thieves are smarter than ever. Is your business prepared?

Kenneth Clark
8/1/2021
Spotlight on social
Industry highlights from around social media

Kenneth Clark
8/1/2021
People news at Do it Best Corp.
The Fort Wayne, Ind.-based co-op announces new hires.

Kenneth Clark