North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA)
Industry AssociationsIndiana, United States51-200 Employees
The North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) is a trade association serving independently operated hardware stores, home centers, lumberyards, and paint and decorating outlets across North America. It provides resources aimed at improving efficiency and profitability, including exclusive industry insights, daily newsletters, training programs tailored for home improvement retailers, and customized leadership and operations solutions. It also runs the Independent Home Improvement Conference, an annual event that brings together retailers, manufacturers, and industry leaders to network, learn, and grow their businesses. NHPA publishes two industry magazines—Hardware Retailing and Paint & Decorating Retailer—reaching more than 40,000 industry decision-makers. The organization is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and functions as a mid-sized trade association within the industry. In 2024 it launched an Ambassador Program to broaden member engagement.