Ace Hardware celebrated the official grand opening of its new Retail Support Center (RSC) today in Kansas City, Missouri. Spanning more than 1.5 million-square-feet, measuring a half mile from end to end, the new facility represents a major investment in Ace’s continued growth and commitment to supporting its network of independent retailers through best-in-class logistics and supply chain efficiency.
“This new 1.5 million-square-foot facility in Kansas City is more than just a building—it’s a symbol of what hard work, purpose, and servant-hearted teamwork can accomplish,” said John Venhuizen, President and CEO of Ace Hardware. “It exists for one reason only: to help our locally owned stores serve their neighbors with excellence that has made Ace famous.”
Strategically located in nearly the exact geographic center of the continental U.S., the Ace Hardware RSC is situated along Interstate 29 and adjacent to Kansas City International Airport, offering immediate access to major highway and air freight networks. This location enhances Ace’s ability to deliver products quickly and reliably to thousands of locally owned stores across the central United States…