The Midwest Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association was recognized as the 2026 Affiliate of the Year for its leadership, engagement, and impact within the industry. The award was presented on Friday, March
May 2026 We recently spoke with Randy Morris, a retired HPBA member and past president of Southeast HPBA. Read on to learn about his reflections on the industry and the people who shaped
Strong Voices, Smart ConversationsWednesday, May 20 | 2 PM ETPresenter: Melissa Womack Finding your voice and using it effectively can feel daunting. This session will help you navigate communication with
April 2026 The HPBA Government Affairs Leadership Academy (GALA) develops the next generation of industry leaders by helping participants understand how government decisions affect the hearth, patio, and barbecue industry.
April 2026 HPBExpo26 brought the Hearth, Barbecue, and Outdoor Living industry together in New Orleans at a moment of real transition. Across four days, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, service providers, and
April 2026 We recently interviewed Loretta Dolan, a retired HPBA member with a long and illustrious career. Read on to find out more about her life, her advice, and reflections on retirement. Loretta Dolan has
Top row, from left to right: Kip Rumens, Travis Industries; Paul Nigon, Napoleon Products; Jill McClure, Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association, President & CEO; Andrew Hasek, Hearth & Home Technologies,
The HPBExpo26 Ultimate Awards Show held on Friday, March 20, 2026, was a standout, standing-room-only event that honored the individuals shaping the hearth, barbecue, and outdoor living industry. These awards
On Tuesday, January 27, HPBA Pacific hosted their annual Pacific Lobby Day at the California State Legislature in Sacramento, California. Attendees met with 18 state legislative offices and representatives from
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