Seven vendors were recognized by Ace Hardware for their above and beyond efforts to help company retailers set themselves apart through service, quality, and convenience.

One vendor is recognized for its contributions to the Ace Foundation Children's Miracle Network, according to Ace Hardware News (AHN).

"On behalf of the entire Ace organization, I want to recognize and thank our vendor community for helping Ace stores differentiate themselves through service, quality and convenience," Senior Vice President of Merchandising Brian Wiborg said, according to AHN.

According to AHN, the following companies were recognized as Ace Hardware 2021 Vendors of the Year: EGO (Outdoor Power Equipment) • Benjamin Moore (Paint) • Linzer Products Corp (Paint) • Milwaukee (Power Tools & Accessories) • Pur (Mason Jars and Lids) • Mango Report (Inventory Reports Engine) • Emerson (Tool company).

"These vendors stood out as the best of the best," Wiborg said, according to AHN. "They truly exemplify what it means to be great at Ace by driving growth, delivering product, supporting our vision, giving back and showing a passion for the Ace brand."

Ace recognized Traeger (Grills and Accessories) as the Ace Foundation Children's Miracle Network (CMN) Vendor of the Year award in recognition of their donations and sponsorship of the Kerry Wood Celebrity Golf Outing and Vendor Golf Outing, per AHN.

This year's earnings report went well for Ace, according to AHN.

AHN reports that the company has increased its total stores by 104 since 2020 and now on a worldwide basis has 5,583 stores.