Bob Nardelli
Bob Nardelli
Robert Louis "Bob" Nardelliis an American businessman. He was the chairman and chief executive officer of Chrysler. He had earlier served in a similar capacity at The Home Depot from December 2000 to January 2007. Prior to that, Nardelli had risen to become one of the top four executives at General Electric. Condé Nast Portfolio named Nardelli as one of the "Worst American CEOs of All Time"...
believe consumers contribute costs efforts empower energy help products reduce
As we help empower consumers to reduce their energy costs through products and services, we also believe it is right for us to reduce our company's own consumption and help contribute to the country's energy conservation efforts at this time.
existing store
It's all about getting more out of our existing assets. It's all about store productivity.
continue grow home leverage operating opportunity
This consolidation is an opportunity for Home Depot to better leverage operating efficiencies as we continue to grow our business,
address alliance consumer critical customers help interests newest provides specific valuable
Our alliance with AARP provides valuable insights into the critical 50-plus consumer segment. With the help of AARP, our newest workshops will address the specific interests of customers 50 and over.
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The tough economy has put tremendous pressure on fourth-quarter sales performance and increased competition for share of the consumers' wallets, ... While home improvement is a high priority for our customers, they are also facing immediate and dramatic pressures in a number of areas, including record cold weather and rising energy costs, investment losses, higher interest rates and increasing consumer debt levels.
base benefit builds continues financial future grow home increasing ownership plan positions strategic strength strong
The home is the consumer's most important asset. Home ownership continues to grow and is an increasing benefit to us, ... Our (calendar) 2004 plan builds upon a strong strategic base and our financial strength positions us for future growth.
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The Home Depot is beginning to gain traction from the transformational initiatives launched last year, ... We introduced new products, increased the overall inventory levels in our stores, and introduced a cohesive, nationwide marketing program. Collectively, these initiatives helped us perform through a tough environment.