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Lowe's Companies, Inc. has honored Resideo, Weber and GE Appliances as its 2025 Vendor Partners of the Year. The suppliers were recognized during the company’s annual Vendor Forum for their commitment to delivering quality products, innovation, value and service to Lowe's customers.
Additionally, Lowe’s recognized Metrolina Greenhouses as its Sustainability Partner of the Year for demonstrating exceptional leadership through a 100% reclaimed rainwater system, biomass heating with zero fossil fuels and a plastic recycling program with Lowe’s that has diverted millions of pounds from landfills.
"It’s always a privilege to recognize our vendor partners who go the extra mile for Lowe’s and our customers," said Bill Boltz, Lowe’s executive vice president of merchandising. "They continue to put customers first, introducing innovation and value, following through on their commitments and driving shared success. At Lowe’s, we’re committed to helping our vendor partners grow alongside us and we deeply value the b partnerships we’ve built together."
Lowe's also named overall Vendor and Innovation Partners of the Year and divisional category winners for each of its three merchandising divisions: Building Products, Hardlines and Home Décor.
The 2025 winners include:
Building Products
Vendor Partner of the Year: Resideo leveraged its exclusive program with Lowe’s to release new product innovations, launch quarterly creative off-shelf programs and create natural connections across categories, improving the customer shopping experience and increasing customer awareness around Whole Home Protection. Resideo’s First Alert branded products have been protecting homes and families since 1958, continually striving to raise the bar and be best in class in the Fire Safety category.
Innovation Partner of the Year: Suncast advanced the category with multifunctional solutions that merge organization and entertainment, reflecting the way people live today. As the nation’s leading U.S.-based designer and manufacturer of resin sheds and outdoor storage, Suncast delivers the innovation Lowe’s values, resonating with customers and strengthening connections.
Eco Water, Idaho Forest Group, Owens Corning and Larson were also recognized as divisional winners in the Building Products category.
Hardlines
Vendor Partner of the Year: Weber brought bold innovation and a customer-first approach to the grills category with the successful launch of the exclusive Stealth Grill Series at Lowe’s. This collaboration highlights the strength of the partnership and the shared commitment to delivering exceptional value to customers.
Innovation Partner of the Year: Spruce by P&G redefined the lawn and garden category with its game-changing Spruce Weed & Grass Killer solution. Its innovative, fast-acting, eco-conscious formula eliminates weeds without harsh chemicals, prioritizing the safety of people, pets and pollinators. Spruce helps reduce environmental pressures while enhancing the customer experience and keeping their needs at the forefront.
Purpose Built Brands, Metabo HPT and Central Garden & Pet were recognized as divisional winners in the hardlines category.
Home Décor
Vendor Partner of the Year: GE Appliances became the largest single brand overall at Lowe's. This performance reflects best-in-class joint business planning and seamless collaboration across multiple categories. The brand’s consistent strategies, b fulfillment and PRO support and intentional engagement with the Lowe’s Media Network demonstrate the strength of the partnership and its commitment to excellence.
Innovation Partner of the Year: Lota introduced a category-first bath faucet innovation, Simple Fit installation, making the process faster and easier for customers and sold exclusively at Lowe's. With a long-term vision, reliability and seamless teamwork, Lota builds lasting trust and consistently sets a new standard for the customer experience.
American Plastics, Sherwin-Williams, Karran and Johns Manville were also recognized as divisional winners in the home décor category.
Annually, at Lowe’s Vendor Forum, the company recognizes its top vendor partners while preparing merchants and suppliers to win together in the year ahead, reinforcing shared growth, innovation and value for customers.
