► ► CONTRIBUTORSPOTLIGHT Kyle Titsworth Kyle owns and operates The Fireplace Showcase, a retail store that was started by his father. As such, he’s been around the industry his whole life, but he’s only been professionally focused on it for the last five years. During that time, he’s been the Read more…
Phil Connor The Fire Time Magazine | February 2025 Share Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on email Listen to the audio article. Author’s Note: This year, I’ll take readers on a journey that explores how our lives are like rivers running through us. Each attribute of these rivers Read more…
Nick Bauer The Fire Time Magazine | February 2025 Share Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on email Listen to the audio article. The past few years have been a whirlwind for our industry’s retailers, distributors, and manufacturers. COVID-driven demand sent sales through the roof, but that surge came Read more…
HPBA The Fire Time Magazine | February 2025 Share Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on email Listen to the audio article. As the hearth, barbecue, and outdoor living industries prepare for an exciting year ahead, the spotlight shines brightly on HPBExpo25. This premier marketplace event, scheduled for March Read more…
FEATURED ARTICLE Ryan Przybylski The Fire Time Magazine | February 2025 Share Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on email Download Printable PDF Listen to the audio article. Making or Breaking Your Business What makes some businesses thrive while others struggle to keep employees engaged and customers satisfied? More Read more…
Donald Trump takes office and orders the biggest one-day turnaround in energy and climate policies in American history. Robert Bryce The Fire Time Magazine | February 2025 Share Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on email Publication Note: The Fire Time Magazine appreciates the opportunity to republish this article, which was Read more…
NFI The Fire Time Magazine | February 2025 Share Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on email Signing up early for the NFI certification reviews at HPBExpo is crucial for ensuring your success and maximizing the benefits of this valuable opportunity. Early registration not only guarantees your spot in Read more…
GOVERNMENTAFFAIRS PODCAST WITH TIM REED Issues Ramping Up at the State Level WITH JASON TOLLESON Subscribe Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music PreviousArticle NextArticle Back to Table of Contents Other Government Affairs Articles and Podcasts: Enjoy this article? Join The Fire Time Movement to get rewards for your business and support Read more…
► ► RESOURCES February 2025 Resource 1: “HPBExpo25 Preview” In this bonus episode, Tim takes a break from the Rapid Reaction series to give a preview of the 2025 HPBExpo in New Orleans from March 26 to 29. Plan your trade show experience with intention, purpose, and forethought, referencing The Read more…
► ► CONTRIBUTORSPOTLIGHT Gideon Honeycutt Gideon Honeycutt has been part of the hearth industry for 15 years, getting his start at just 17 years old. What began as a part-time job in sales at his aunt and uncle’s shop—Wright’s Hearth, Heat & Home—quickly turned into a career. While earning his Read more…