The Decorative Plumbing + Hardware Association (DPHA) is a community of decorative plumbing and hardware professionals who believe in the positive impact of bringing people together. The DPHA provides an opportunity to make connections with dealers, manufacturers and representatives within the decorative plumbing, hardware and home fixture industry. We offer a gathering place and a platform of shared interests. We believe that the education of professionals within our Association – and exposure to new products and new ideas – is a cornerstone to professional development and success.

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John Gosselin and Christine Miskinis join me in discussing marketing strategies and their experience working together in their business venture, Showroommarketing.com. Both have unique, compatible personalities that are magnetic in their own way. Lots of good nuggets in this episode for sure. If you are in the bath &amp; kitchen industry, give this one a listen.

Marketing Strategies in the Bath & Kitchen Industry

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Join us to learn how an accessory manufacturer when from starting in a garage to supplying high quality accessories all over North America. Kartners has a great culture with loyal employees who are invested in the vision of the company. They have also done an excellent job in connecting with the A&amp;D community. For more information, visit www.kartners.com.

The Success Story of an Accessory Startup with Kartners

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Join me as I chat with Matt Lafferty, Co Founder of Curri. Matt has such a unique perspective and brilliant mind when it comes to problem solving. Without any construction experience, he was able to figure out exactly what the industry needed to solve a pretty major problem that we all deal with.

Curri, The Uber of the Construction Industry

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Phil Hotarek from Lutz Plumbing Inc. discusses the innovation cycle with Martin Siwy and his company, CEU Events. Martin shares his experiences with various manufacturers and how it led him to completely change event planning and attaining CEU credits in all building industries.

Exploring the Innovation Cycle with Martin Siwy, CEU Events

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The home building industry is experiencing a surge not seen in decades. Covid has kept people stuck in their homes, making them realize a change is needed. Whether it&#39;s remodeling or moving, supply just can&#39;t keep up with demand. This has greatly affected the DPH industry, as kitchens and baths are still the hottest rooms in the home to remodel. Join Andrew Moss of Advance Plumbing, Traci D&#39;Antoni of D&#39;Antoni Sales Group and Todd Jacobi of Delta Faucet Company as we discuss how Covid has affected supply chain, what our member segments have done to combat the issues, and how we see the next 6-12 months unfolding.

How Covid has Affected Supply Chain

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Phil Hotarek hosts a discussion with Vik Szemerei from House of Rohl on the effects of consolidation in the DPH industry. Vik shares his personal experience with a company that transitioned from family owned manufacturer to a &#34;pool to penthouse&#34; provider.

The Consolidation Effect

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In this session, DPHA will dig into how several of our dealer members are handling the world of virtual showroom consultations. What do they look like? How are they working? How does the close rate compare to in-person meetings? Panelists are:·     Jordan Tatosian, Premier Bath + Kitchen·     Jennifer Lopez, Director of Showrooms, ProSource Supply·     Jonas Weiner, President, Best Plumbing Tile &amp; Stone

The World of Virtual Showroom Consultations

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The DPH industry has been battling the internet for years. IMAP policies have been created, some enforced better than others, some showrooms have become e-tailers and some manufacturers have even started selling their products online. COVID-19 has brought this battle to the forefront, as people are hesitant to go into stores and more of our customers are shopping online. Panelists are:·      Noah Taft, Senior VP Marketing + Sales, California Faucets·      Dan Chinitz, Owner of Creative Bath Sales·      John Parks, Owner of Parks Decorative Hardware and Plumbing·      Adam Waller, President and Founder, DDI System

The Internet's Impact on the DPH Industry Part 2

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We are halfway through 2020, and most of the country has been stuck inside their homes way more than ever before. Disposable income that would normally be spent on traveling is being redirected to making homes updated and more comfortable, especially kitchens and baths! Join a panel of designers as we discuss what was trending pre-COVID, and what is trending now! Panelists are:·      Jamie Galapo, Galapo Group Design (So Florida)·      Jessica Stewart Lendvay, Emily Summers (Dallas)·      Vanessa Helmick, Fiore Home (Maine)

Design Trends: Halfway Through 2020

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The DPH industry has been battling the internet for years. IMAP policies have been created, some enforced better than others, some showrooms have become e-tailers and some manufacturers have even started selling their products online. COVID-19 has brought this battle to the forefront, as people are hesitant to go into stores and more of our customers are shopping online. Panelists are:·      Joshua Moss, Advance Plumbing·      Noah Taft, California Faucets·      Molly Switzer, AKBD

The Internet's Impact on the DPH Industry Part 1

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While most of what we talk about on our webinars focuses on North America, DPHA members should have a broader view of the world marketplace. Not only where the products come from, but how interconnected we are in sources for design, contact with the specifiers, availability of raw materials and transportation to accounts, and ultimately the consumer.   This webinar will focus on the global perspective of COVID. Panelists are:·      Robert Calabrese, Oceania Baths, Canada·      Oliver Bleich, KEUCO Americas, Europe·      John Weinstein, Franz Viegener, South America·      Sarah Jenkinson, Barber Wilsons, Sterlingham and QTOO, UK and Europe·      Kim Frechette, Americh - MODERATOR

A Global Perspective of the DPH Industry

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The DPH world is a small one, and our industry is very niche. Most of our independent showrooms and reps stick to what they know best - plumbing and hardware. Our customers are a captive audience, so how can we sell more to the same customer. Join Regis Verliefde from Warmup and Tony Doumitt from Premier Decorative Group and as we discuss outside the box products DPH showrooms and reps can start selling.

How to Sell More to the Same Customer: Outside the Box Products DPH Showrooms and Reps Can Start Selling

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DPH vendors discuss the culture shock effect of Covid-19. Vendors were forced to adapt quickly to keep their companies afloat, and these experts discuss their survival methods. Panelists are:·      Patrick Weidl, ThermaSol·      Anthony Hajjar, Jaclo·      Melanie Busch, Berenson

DPH Manufacturing During COVID

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February was set to be a very busy month in the DPH world. Kohler hosted Kohler@Home and introduced over 80 new products, hansgrohe, House of Rohl and other DPHA members will be hosting their own virtual product launches throughout the month. KBIS had some major glitches, postponing the exhibit hall and the introduction of many new vendor products. Join designer Garrison Hullinger, designer and wellness expert Jamie Gold and industry veteran Janice Costa of KB Designers Network as we dig into what we&#39;ve seen this month and what we can expect to see in design for 2021 and beyond.

2021 DPH Design Trends

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Facebook. Instagram. LinkedIn. Pinterest. TikTok. There are so many social media apps it can make your head spin. Which ones are right for your business? Panelists are:·      Michael Hobbs – President, Carr Company·      Nathanael Chown, Marketing Manager, Chown Hardware·      Anthony Hajjar, Director – Business Development, JACLO

Social Media in the DPH Industry

The Decorative Plumbing + Hardware Association (DPHA) is a community of decorative plumbing and hardware professionals who believe in the positive impact of bringing people together.

The DPHA provides an opportunity to make connections with dealers, manufacturers and representatives within the decorative plumbing, hardware and home fixture industry. We offer a gathering place and a platform of shared interests.

We believe that the education of professionals within our Association – and exposure to new products and new ideas – is a cornerstone to professional development and success.