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Dealer Key Benefits
Dealer membership may be granted to any entity whose business is the sale of decorative plumbing, hardware and/or home fixtures to the consumer public or specifying trade. Dealers must have at least 1 qualifying showroom with a minimum of 1,000 square feet of showroom space. Below are some of the key dealer benefits, as well as testimonials from dealer members.
- Industry Voice - DPHA offers its members a focused place to meet and interact with professionals across our industry to discuss our common goals and concerns. It is the only place where your voice has equal weight with those of your competitors, both large and small.
- Education and Training Resources – DPHA University is the perfect tool for onboarding new associates and refreshing seasoned ones. Our Education Manuals provide a breadth of product category training, and The Vault uses the information from the manuals to create an engaging online testing platform allowing managers to hold their associates accountable for the information they're learning and give them a sense of accomplishment. Speakers at the annual conference present new and interesting thought-provoking ideas that are relevant to our industry and the world we are living in.
- Network with industry leaders – Connection is one of the cornerstones of DPHA, and members are given opportunities to network throughout the year on our social platforms, committee calls, and at our annual conference. Membership is made up of the industry’s best showrooms, manufacturers and reps. Networking with DPHA allows you to share experiences, create lasting relationships and turn those into business relationships. In a large international industry, DPHA makes it seem smaller and more intimate.
- Increased Profitability – DPHA believes that increased profits come from investing in your people. While other groups may focus on the bottom line, we focus on the top line.
- Access to the latest products – The Product Showcase at the annual conference allows DPHA members to see the latest and greatest products from our manufacturing members in a more intimate and personal setting than large trade shows. DPHA is an excellent source of information on new products and market developments, and the weekly newsletter, Connections, provides great information on the industry.
- Gain competitive advantages – Only DPHA members have access to DPHA University training sessions offered at the annual conference. Through volunteering on different committees, one gets to contribute their own knowledge and also share and learn from others.
- National recognition – Awards are given out at the DPHA annual conference each year, including Showroom of the Year and Showroom Professional of the Year.
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Hear From Some of Our Dealer Members
"With the ever growing market over the past 4 years due to the influx of people moving to Florida, MH Fine Hardware has inevitably grown as well in order to service our market accordingly – everyone knows growth means “new employees” and new employees means more training and a huge success in being able to get our new hires up and running with the vast learning curve within our industry, has been the DPHA University & Vault program.”
Erik Eberhardt
MH Fine Hardware
"DPHA has been a big part of our company’s growth. The relationships with manufacturers, rep agencies, and other companies like ours have all contributed to our success. The sharing of knowledge and ideas and support from industry professionals energizes me each year, and I return from the DPHA Conference renewed in enthusiasm and inspiration and excited to share with my team and my community."
Christy Ellis
Sandpiper Supply
"DPHA has been an indispensable resource for our showroom. It grants us unparalleled access to key individuals within the brands we represent, fostering invaluable connections and collaborations. The peer-to-peer sessions with like-minded businesses facilitate invaluable knowledge transfer, enriching our expertise and strategies. DPHA serves as an excellent platform for staying updated on the latest industry trends and news, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our field."
Cameron Varner
Banbury Lane
Manufacturer Key Benefits
To join as a Manufacturer member of DPHA, you must be a legal entity whose primary function is to manufacture, assemble, finish, or import luxury decorative plumbing, hardware and/or home fixtures. Below are some of the key manufacturer benefits, as well as testimonials from manufacturer members.
- Share the latest products – The Product Showcase at the Annual Conference allows our members to see the latest and greatest products from our manufacturing members in a more intimate and personal setting than large trade shows. DPHA is an excellent source of information on new products and market developments, and the weekly member newsletter, The DPHA Drop, provides leading information for our industry. Your new product highlights are collected and sent monthly to our North American A+D list.
- Marketing opportunities - Whether it's sharing your latest products in The DPHA Drop, advertising on our website, or showcasing your product mages in our Education Manuals, our marketing opportunities are exclusively for members.
- Network with industry leaders – Connecting is one of the cornerstones of DPHA, and members are given opportunities to network throughout the year on our social platforms, committee calls, and at our annual conference. Membership is made up of the industry’s best showrooms, manufacturers, and reps. Networking with DPHA allows you to share experiences, create lasting relationships, and turn those into business relationships. In a large international industry, DPHA makes it seem smaller and more intimate. The DPHA Family.
- Rep Network - Looking to expand your salesforce in the field? DPHA Is your best bet! With a detailed and expansive Rep Directory, you can see reps in each market available to grow your line and become a much-needed partner. DPHA reps are said to be the best in the industry and collectively have grown and developed many of your household industry brands from their marketing and are true sales extraordinaire.
- Increased Profitability – DPHA believes that increased profits come from investing in your people. While other groups may focus on the bottom line, we focus on the top line with all we do at DPHA. We make careers, not jobs.
- Education and Training Resources – DPHA’s training manuals are the perfect tool for onboarding new associates. The new DPHA University uses the information from the manuals to create an engaging online testing platform allowing managers to hold their associates accountable for the information they're learning and give them a sense of accomplishment. Speakers at the annual conference present new interesting thought-provoking ideas that are relevant to our industry and the world we are living in.
- National Recognition – Awards are given out at the DPHA annual conference each year, including Products of the Year, Customer Service Department of the Year, and Manufacturer Professional of the Year. These winners are featured in industry editorials with praise for their designs, work ethic, and efforts to the luxury k+b industry.
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Hear From Some of Our Manufacturer Members
"Being part of DPHA has not only opened doors to new partnerships and collaborations but has also given us access to a supportive community of like-minded professionals dedicated to excellence in our field. I highly recommend DPHA to any manufacturer looking to expand their network, deepen their industry knowledge, and thrive in today's competitive market.”
Andrea Desnerck
Water Street Brass
"DPHA is a wonderful organization geared toward education and networking. I look forward to the conference each year to meet with and learn from my peers. I have formed many wonderful relationships through the years all due to DPHA and everything they offer. As with anything, the more you put into it the more you will get out of it. DPHA is a great tool for our business."
Anthony Hajjar
JACLO
"DPHA is a great resource for anyone in the industry. From great educational content (DPHA University) to the weekly newsletter and the annual conference, there’s something for everyone including showroom consultants, owners, A&D and vendors. I highly recommend everyone to join!"
Javier Korneluk
Fantini USA
Representative Key Benefits
To join as a Representative member of DPHA, you must be an individual or agency whose primary business represents goods and services provided by luxury manufacturers and importers of decorative plumbing, hardware and/or home fixtures. Below are some of the key rep benefits, as well as testimonials from rep members.
- Industry Voice - DPHA offers its members a focused place to meet and interact with professionals across our industry to discuss our common goals and concerns. It is the only place where your voice has equal weight with those of your competitors, both large and small.
- DPHA University Onboarding Tools – DPHA’s training manuals are the perfect tool for your new associates. The new DPHA University uses the information from our industry sales-specific manuals to create an engaging online testing platform allowing managers to hold their associates accountable for the information they're learning and give them a sense of accomplishment. This educational offering allows your agency to hire the perfect personality for your firm, even if they have ZERO industry education, leave that to us. You won't be disappointed with all they know once they complete the courses pulled from our 22 manuals.
- Network with industry leaders – Connecting is one of the cornerstones of DPHA, and members are given opportunities to network throughout the year on our social platforms, committee calls, and at our annual conference. Membership is made up of the industry’s best showrooms, manufacturers, and reps. Networking with DPHA allows you to share experiences, create lasting relationships and turn those into business relationships. In a large international industry, DPHA makes it seem smaller and more intimate.
- Increased Profitability + Line Cards– Membership opens doors to secure beneficial partnerships with new lines to sell. DPHA believes that increased profits come from investing in your people. AT DPHA conference and committee calls you will grow your industry footprint allowing doors and partnerships to open you won't find elsewhere.
- Access to the latest products – The Product Showcase at conference allows for DPHA members to see the latest and greatest products from our manufacturing members in a more intimate and personal setting than large trade shows. DPHA is an excellent source of information on new products and market developments, and the weekly newsletter, DPHA Drop, provides great information on the industry.
- Webinars + Business Development – Learn from prestigious panels and industry leaders throughout the year on DPHA's webinar series. From our town halls, Bettering Your Business, or our Upselling Series, we make sure you have the best industry tips at your fingers all year long.
- National recognition – Awards are given out at the DPHA conference each fall, including Representative Agency and Rep of the Year.
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Hear From Some of Our Rep Members
"DPHA has been a great resource for me as a manufacturers sales rep. I have had the ability to enhance my connections within the industry and understand more about what other fellow sales reps are experiencing. DPHA has also provided me with the opportunity to grow my agency through networking with manufacturers."
James Finazzo
VJS Marketing
"People always ask me why they should join DPHA. I tell them about the best-in-class educational materials, the opportunity to see the latest decorative products, the communication that allows you to keep a pulse on the industry, and although all of these are true; it is really about belonging to a community. Being a part of the DPHA Family is invaluable."
Cynthia Carter
Next Generation Marketing
"DPHA is more than a resource for showrooms, Reps and Manufactures, it’s a family. What sets DPHA apart is the unwavering support and encouragement from each member. Whether you are brand new to the industry or highly experienced it’s a great source of knowledge and mentorship that cannot be found anywhere else"
Kylie Nelson
Premier Decorative Group
Professional Key Benefits
To join as a Professional Member of DPHA, you must be a business or individual offering products and services to showrooms, manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, and trade associates whose principal business does not qualify them for membership in another DPHA membership category. Below are some of the key professional benefits, as well as testimonials from professional members.
- Share the latest products – The Product Showcase at the Annual Conference allows our showrooms and reps to see the latest and greatest products and tech advantages from our members in a more intimate and personal setting than large trade shows. DPHA is an excellent source of information on new products and market developments, and the weekly newsletter, The DPHA Drop, provides leading information for our industry. Your company highlights are collected and sent monthly to our North American A+D list as well.
- Network with industry leaders – Connecting is one of the cornerstones of DPHA, and members are given opportunities to network throughout the year on our social platforms, committee calls, and at our annual conference. Membership is made up of the industry’s best showrooms, manufacturers, reps, and you! Networking with DPHA allows you to share experiences, create lasting relationships, and turn those into business relationships. In a large international industry, DPHA makes it seem smaller and more intimate. The DPHA Family.
- Industry Network - Looking to expand your presence in the field? DPHA Is your best bet! With a detailed and expansive Member Directory, you can see target partners in each market available to partner with you and grow,
- Increased Profitability – DPHA believes that increased profits come from investing in your people. While other groups may focus on the bottom line, we focus on the top line with all we do at DPHA. We make careers, not jobs.
- Education and Training Resources – DPHA’s training manuals are the perfect tool for onboarding new associates. The new DPHA University uses the information from our educational industry-specific manuals to create an engaging online testing platform. Signing up for DPHAU allows managers to hold their associates accountable for the information they're learning and gives them a sense of accomplishment. Speakers at the annual conference present new interesting thought-provoking ideas that are relevant to our industry and the world we are living in.
- National Recognition – Awards are given out at the DPHA annual conference each year, including Innovative Tech Product of the Year and Customer Service Department of the Year. These winners are featured in industry editorials with praise for their work ethic and efforts in the luxury k+b industry.
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Hear From Some of Our Professional Members
"Becoming a member of the DPHA offers benefits beyond expectation. It's not just about the membership perks; it's the connections you make. The organization excels at creating invaluable networking and educational opportunities between brands and members, including manufacturers, reps, showrooms, and marketing professionals like me. It's been way more rewarding than I ever imagined."
Jocelyn Hutt
The Hutt Group
“DPHA continues to activate its mission to strengthen its member's businesses and build a stronger community. I’m impressed by the quality of the educational materials and the creation of new platforms for all members to share and access product knowledge and best practices. DPHA leadership is committed to providing value and a voice for members new and old, and creating opportunities to share their knowledge and passion.”
Greg Rohl
The Rohl Model
“Being a member of the DPHA has been an invaluable part of our ability to create meaningful, longstanding relationships with showroom members. The resources, networking opportunities, and ongoing educational programs offered by the group have contributed to my business's growth and success. The group's support and expertise have been instrumental in keeping me informed in an ever-changing, fragmented industry.”
Ace Rosenstein
Unilog + Bravo Business Media