The Home Depot

Peachtree Corners – October 21, 2026 -- Mighty Auto Parts has promoted Crystal Wilkins to Associate Product Manager and hired Brandon Townsend as Product Support Coordinator, reinforcing the Product Team that serves its network of 100 franchised distributors across 44 U.S. states and five international markets.

Wilkins takes over non-filter programs including tools, batteries and wipers

Wilkins first joined Mighty in 2014 as Product Administrator and held that role for four years. After leaving in 2018, she worked as a writer and editor in marketing communications and earned a Master of Arts in Professional Writing. She returned in February 2026 as Product Support Coordinator.

In her new post, Wilkins will manage non-filter product programs, including tools and equipment, batteries, and wipers. She will also support key product initiatives across the Mighty System.

Sarasota – October 16, 2026 -- Kreate, a product development and manufacturing company, has been named The Home Depot's 2026 Partner of the Year, its third consecutive year receiving the recognition, following a $100 million expansion in Tiffin, Ohio.

The award comes from The Home Depot's annual Supplier Partnership and Innovation Awards, which recognize suppliers that deliver value, innovation and performance for DIY and Pro customers. Kreate said the recognition reflects a multi-year collaboration to expand and improve The Home Depot's storage assortment.

Tiffin expansion adds capacity closer to customer demand

The $100 million Tiffin investment adds production capacity and brings advanced manufacturing closer to customers. Kreate said its manufacturing and distribution locations help cut freight, handling and lead times.