The National Hardware Show (NHS), the leading event dedicated to all things home improvement, hardware and product innovation, is pleased to introduce NHS Connects. In the spirit of bringing the hardware community together, NHS Connects is a new digital platform that enables networking and business to continue leading up to the Show, which is now slated for September 1-3, 2020 in Las Vegas, and beyond.

Set to roll out in the coming weeks, NHS Connects provides retailers, wholesalers, distributors, suppliers and manufacturers with year-round online digital content designed specifically for the hardware and home improvement industry. Attendees can use NHS Connects to stay up to date on leading industry topics and education, connect and set up direct appointments with leading suppliers and manufacturers as well as source new, trending products while also expanding current product offerings. Together with NHS Connects, the Show will provide the tools needed to equip customers, empower businesses and engage with industry leaders.

“We understand the significant impact NHS has on our customers’ business especially during this unprecedented time in which hardware and home improvement stores are considered essential. Our new online platform enables exhibitors and attendees to get the most out of the Show through creating a resource for community, connection and innovation,” said Rich Russo, Industry Vice President for the National Hardware Show. “NHS Connects reimagines sourcing strategies and encourages industry leaders to stay united with manufacturers and brands not only during the Show but throughout the year. The platform will provide a plethora of resources that benefit all attendees to help increase productivity and maximize efficiency.”

NHS Connects will be comprised of a variety of informational sessions. Visitors have access to the year-round online resources including scheduled and pre-recorded webinars, virtual education and panels hosted by NHS industry partners, health and wellness classes and more!

Content: With the constantly changing COVID-19 situation around the world, NHS seeks to provide attendees with the most up-to-date, helpful information from Reed Exhibitions as well as key industry partners. To help the hardware community navigate these unprecedented times and unite through strength, NHS is offering webinars, panels and more:

Connections: NHS is all about connecting with retailers, buyers and manufacturers. NHS Connects furthers attendees and exhibitors’ ability to utilize NHS matchmaking programs to communicate and set up appointments directly through the platform. Additionally, knowing the current environment surrounding COVID-19, NHS is connecting manufacturers and suppliers who are producing personal protective equipment (PPE) with retailers and wholesalers who are in need of it:

Registration for the 2020 Show is now open and members of the industry, retailers, as well as members of the press, are encouraged to sign up now and experience everything that NHS has to offer. Registration for buyers and retailers is free from now until the Show at www.nationalhardwareshow.com.

For more information and to stay informed on the latest updates to this year’s National Hardware Show, visit www.nationalhardwareshow.com.