Founded in 1946 in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, Lowe’s Home Improvement has gone from a hardscrabble home improvement business that offered groceries on the side to one of America’s most recognizable big-box retailers with more than 1,800 stores in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The company’s slogan to “Never Stop Improving” has been evident in its operation, as the store has become a trusted source for people looking for hardware, ceiling fans, lighting, bathroom accessories and more.