Tim Burke

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Tim Burke

Associate Editor

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Based in a suburb of Chicago, Tim Burke covers hardware stores and retailing. He enjoys reading, trying out coffee shops and taking walks by the ocean with his wife, Ann.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

11/13/2023
Home Depot sales down again
Q3 sales lower, says CEO, caused by ongoing pressure in certain big-ticket categories.

Tim Burke
11/13/2023
Northern Tool helps Rebuilding Together
Donates tools and equipment so the organization can keep helping neighbors.

Tim Burke
11/13/2023
Business Excellence: Shelly Wagler
Owner/Manager, A&R Supply

Tim Burke
11/13/2023
Business Excellence: Yvette Patterson
Vice President HR, East Division, Builders FirstSource

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11/13/2023
Business Excellence: Darlene Purcell
Director of Operations Excellence, Metrie

Tim Burke
11/13/2023
Business Excellence: Cindy Kandel
Divisional Merchandise Manager, Hartville Hardware

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11/13/2023
Business Excellence: Ann Balosky
Corporate Manager, New Business, Ace Hardware

Tim Burke
11/11/2023
At K&B True Value, the art of seasonal decisions
A Blue Heron points the way for a Maryland retailer.

Tim Burke
11/9/2023
Deere names new leadership
Deanna Kovar takes over as president of the firm’s worldwide agriculture and turf.

Tim Burke
11/9/2023
Lowe’s helps millennial DIYers
Retailer’s weekend home repair workshops assist homeowners with basic skills.

Tim Burke