Spring 2019 Hardlines Strategies

new products and merchandising options after the most recent Blish-Mize Buying Markets. With the help of its sales representatives and other Blish-Mize personnel, Teague Lumber has achieved an organized retail space that can appeal to the professional builder just as much as the DIY homeowner. That, coupled with the Teague team’s wealth of knowledge, means the business can serve both sectors and maintain the same community ties it has fostered for decades. “We really haven’t changed much in our business model. We know what we do best,” Jim Teague says. “Instead, we’ve focused on increasing our education and training levels to keep pace with changes in the market, and we keep an eye toward the future, knowing there will always be changes. “We’re one of the few family businesses in this industry left in the area, and we’ve maintained the family presence that provides a foundation that can last through time,” he says.

Family is still the backbone of Teague Lumber’s success. Some of the family members involved in the business include (from left) Jim Teague, Stephanie Gilley, Randy Stogsdill and Paul Teague.

The QUIKRETE ® app provides product searches, how-to videos, and a handy product quantity calculator to help make you and your sales staff more knowledgeable in just a few clicks. Download it today or visit quikrete.com to learn more. For more information, visit us in booth #300

Hardlines Strategies • Spring 2019 37