United Hardware's tradeshows are one of the main events of the year for the members. These annual tradeshows give members the opportunity to meet with key suppliers, view our latest products and stay abreast with the hardware industry.
Members have the opportunity to meet with key suppliers on the day where they can avail of fantastic "1 day only" offers and prize giveaways. Suppliers include familiar household names in categories such as paint, tools, homewares, gardening, timber, building materials, and heating & plumbing. At the most recent tradeshow 90 Irish and international suppliers generated sales of almost €3m. Stores also have the opportunity to avail of reduced "pallet alley" offers where thousands of euro savings can be made.
Throughout the events guest speakers, breakout sessions and on-site training is offered by industry professionals such as David Fitzsimons, former CEO of Retail Excellence Ireland and Annemarie Harte, CEO of Hardware Association Ireland. This provides members with up to date industry news helping them to keep ahead of their competitors.