Denver, CO (June 27, 2017) – Last week, 42 member distributors had the opportunity to meet with over 95 manufacturers at the mid-year Group Merchandising Conference (GMC) held at the Embassy Suites Chicago O’Hare Rosemont. The conference, which took place from June 19-22, created a high energy environment that made for one of the best…
Denver (April 1, 2017) – PRO Group is pleased to announce a new wholesale distributor member to its group. Ceres, CA based Village Supply serves hardware stores, retail lumber yards, farm/ag supply and construction supply stores throughout California and the western United States. Village Supply has joined PRO Group to take advantage of the organization’s…
Tucson, AZ (November 18, 2016) – Industry leaders gathered in Tucson on November 14-16 for the 2017 Executive Planning Conference. The annual event is hosted jointly by Distribution America and PRO Group, Inc. and brings together independent distributors and their suppliers for extensive business planning and social activities. The JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort &…
Denver (November 7, 2016) – Denver-based PRO Group, Inc. has promoted Channing Miller to Merchandise Manager. Miller has been with PRO Group since 2014 and has previously held the roles of Associate Merchandise Manager and Marketing & Merchandising Coordinator. Miller’s responsibilities include managing the following categories: Automotive, Farm and Farm Hardware, Farm/Agricultural Supply, Housewares, Pet…
Denver, CO (October 24, 2016) – PRO Group, Inc. is pleased to announce that Shari Kalbach has been promoted to Vice President, a position that will oversee merchandising and marketing. During her 19 year tenure at PRO Group, Kalbach’s dedication to providing workable solutions has made her highly regarded by both distributors and suppliers, making…
Denver, CO (October 10, 2016) – PRO Group, Inc. is pleased to announce a merger with Reliable Distributors, Inc., a Chicago-based marketing, merchandising and wholesale distributor group. Reliable will add 74 distributors and over $2 billion in volume to PRO Group and will create a stronger platform to support independent retailers around the country. Founded…
Denver, CO (August 3, 2016) – Running an effective hardware business takes vast skills, dedication and a love for customers and the industry. Three retailers are being honored by Denver-based PRO Group, Inc. for achieving retail success and upholding the principles and ideals of effective hardware retailing. This year, PRO Group awarded its annual Paul…
Denver, CO (August 3, 2016) – To provide the customer with excellent service, convenient shopping hours and competitive pricing. That’s the mission statement at Fayetteville PRO Lumber & Supply, and the ownership and staff at the company go above and beyond to meet it each day. For their devotion to service and achieved retail success,…
Denver (August 3, 2016) – With a varied product assortment, excellent customer service, a friendly environment and community service: Debbie Supply PRO Hardware in East Rochester, New York, has mastered the recipe for success. In recognition of the company’s excellence, Denver-based PRO Group, Inc. honored Debbie Supply PRO Hardware with the 2016 Paul L. Cosgrave…
Denver, CO (June 22, 2016) – Attendees at the mid-year Group Merchandising Conference (GMC) focused on building relationships between distributors and manufacturers and previewing products at the Embassy Suites Chicago O’Hare Rosemont on June 20-22. Distributors affiliated with PRO Group, Inc. met with manufacturers during 800 private 30-minute buyer/vendor appointments over the course of…