Fall 2021Hardlines Strategies

CUSTOMER PROFILE

Serving Their Community While it has the selection to satisfy nearly every home improvement need, Western Market Trading Post is more than just a place to shop; it’s a place where the community comes together. Throughout the year, the store hosts community events like farm and animal meetups, animal swaps and craft fairs. The Bowdens also support other local small businesses, inviting

“Our power and hand tools section received all new shelving and new products,” Bowden says. “All that change has paid off as our Stanley, DeWalt and Milwaukee products have been big sellers.” Along with the new power and hand tool sections, lumber and feed are the store’s other hard hitters. Customers come from several states away to shop Western Market’s large selection of lumber. Customers also appreciate

the vast options available for building materials, including flooring, paint and sundries, plumbing, electrical and roofing materials. The store also carries cleaning and household, automotive, lawn and garden, pet products and new and used appliances. Store employees are knowledgeable and ready to answer questions and help customers find what they need for their home improvement projects.

“Our power and hand tools section received all new shelving and new products. All that change has paid off as our Stanley, DeWalt and Milwaukee products have been big sellers.” —Dustin Bowden, co-owner, Western Market Trading Post

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