Do it Best shared that Chad Ruth announced his retirement at the end of January, concluding a career defined by service to independent home improvement retailers and the cooperative model. Ruth served as President & CEO of United Hardware Distributing Co. prior to and during the early stages of the combination with Do it Best. After Do it Best and United Hardware announced their intent to merge in May 2024, Ruth was asked to remain in a senior leadership capacity to support integration planning, ensure continuity, and help position member-owners and the business for long-term strength.