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Home Hardware Stores Limited appoints John Pierce as Chief Retail Operations Officer

ST. JACOBS, ONTARIO – June 17, 2024 Home Hardware Stores Limited, Canada’s largest Dealer-owned home improvement retailer, is pleased to announce the appointment of John Pierce to the role of Chief Retail Operations Officer.

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Reporting to Home Hardware Stores Limited’s President and CEO, Kevin Macnab, John will oversee field operations, Dealer support functions, business development, real estate and construction, store design and space planning, Home’s Innovation Centre, communications, events and public relations. John will remain heavily involved in the formal review of prospective new Dealers as Home continues to grow.

John is a retail veteran with over 25 years of experience in a national retail setting. Most recently, he served as Home Hardware Stores Limited’s Vice President of Retail Business Development where he oversaw business development, real estate, and dealer support functions and has been a key driver of the positive momentum in our business.

Prior to joining Home Hardware, John held Vice President and Senior Vice President roles with Loblaw Companies including six years leading store operations nationally for No Frills, which is an operator-owned business model. He holds undergraduate degrees from the University of Manitoba and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Toronto.

“Since joining Home Hardware Stores Limited, John has demonstrated a deep understanding of our Dealer-owned model,” said Kevin Macnab, President and CEO, Home Hardware Stores Limited. “His efforts have significantly contributed to the growth and stability of our network, ensuring that our Dealers have the resources and support they need to succeed. With a depth of multi-functional executive experience in Canadian retail, John has the tools necessary to drive Home’s mission to be Canada’s most trusted home improvement experience.”

“I’m excited to join Home’s executive leadership team and to continue supporting our network of independent Dealers,” said John Pierce, Chief Retail Operations Officer, Home Hardware Stores Limited. “My time at Home has further deepened my appreciation for the power of Dealer-owned business models, and I’m proud to be a part of this iconic Canadian brand that is so well known for serving communities across the country.”

About Home Hardware Stores Limited

Founded 60 years ago in St. Jacobs, Ontario, Home Hardware Stores Limited is proudly Canadian and the country’s largest Dealer-owned and operated home improvement retailer with more than 1,000 stores operating under the Home Hardware, Home Building Centre, Home Hardware Building Centre and Home Furniture banners. The Home Hardware Dealer network improves life at home by providing superior home improvement retail experiences through helpful advice and a deep understanding of the communities they serve. Home Hardware Stores Limited is designated as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and recognized as one of Canada's Best Employers. More information about the company is available at homehardware.ca.

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