Connect.  Educate.  Elevate.

About DPHA

The Decorative Plumbing + Hardware Association is a community of industry professionals whose goal is to connect, educate, and elevate the decorative plumbing and hardware industry. DPHA believes in the positive impact of bringing people together and taking the kitchen and bath spaces to a more elevated place.

Click the tabs to learn more about the membership benefits for each of our four member segments.

 

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 and Increased Profits

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 your competitors, both large and small.  

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 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 creates an engaging online testing platform that gives participants a sense of accomplishment and allows managers to hold their associates accountable for their learning. DPHA hosts monthly virtual events ranging from Member Roundtables and Educational Webinars to webinars designed to help our members improve their businesses.

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.

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 our weekly newsletter, The DPHA Drop, provides great information on the industry.

National Recognition

Awards are presented at the DPHA annual conference each fall, including Showroom of the Year and Showroom Professional of the Year.  Learn more about this awards program here.



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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 our 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.  Details on these opportunities can be found here.  Our Corporate and Conference Sponsorships provide additional marketing opportunities to our membership.

    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.

    Access to the Best Reps in the Industry

    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.  

    National Recognition

    Awards are presented 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. Learn more about this awards program here.

    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 creates an engaging online testing platform that gives participants a sense of accomplishment and allows managers to hold their associates accountable for their learning. DPHA hosts monthly virtual events ranging from Member Roundtables and Educational Webinars to webinars designed to help our members improve their businesses.

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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.

    Increased Profitability and 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.

    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.

    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.

    National Recognition

    Awards are given out at the DPHA conference each fall, including Representative Agency and Rep 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. Learn more about this awards program here.

    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 creates an engaging online testing platform that gives participants a sense of accomplishment and allows managers to hold their associates accountable for their learning. DPHA hosts monthly virtual events ranging from Member Roundtables and Educational Webinars to webinars designed to help our members improve their businesses. 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 manuals.



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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 our Annual Conference allows our members to see the latest and greatest products and tech 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 member newsletter, The DPHA Drop, provides leading information for our industry.

    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.  Details on these opportunities can be found here.  Our Corporate and Conference Sponsorships provide additional marketing opportunities to our membership.

    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, 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.

    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.  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,

    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.

    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 creates an engaging online testing platform that gives participants a sense of accomplishment and allows managers to hold their associates accountable for their learning. DPHA hosts monthly virtual events ranging from Member Roundtables and Educational Webinars to webinars designed to help our members improve their businesses.

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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

    Staff

    • Rebekah Covay

      Rebekah Covay

      Executive Director, DPHA

      Executive Director

    • Kymberly Glazer

      Kymberly Glazer

      Director of Marketing & Sales, DPHA

      Director of Marketing + Sales

    • Tom Cohn

      Tom Cohn

      Executive V.P., DPHA

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      Executive V.P.

    • Claudia Reyes

      Claudia Reyes

      Finance Director, DPHA

      Accounting Lead