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Home » Authors » Hank Darlington

Hank Darlington

Hank Darlington, owner of Darlington Consulting, writes several monthly articles for magazines, teaches seminars, and offers a full range of small business consulting services to kitchen and bath dealers, distributors and manufacturers. Hank Darlington was inducted into the Hall of Fame by the National Kitchen & Bath Association in April 2004. He can be reached at 2010 Granite Bar Way, Gold River, CA 95670. Phone: 916/852-6855, fax: 916/852-8866, e-mail: darlingtonconsulting@gmail.com.

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Could a DPH buying group be good for your company?

I recently had the pleasure of giving a talk to the Luxury Products Group at the buying group’s annual meeting in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Hank Darlington
March 26, 2015
I recently had the pleasure of giving a talk to the Luxury Products Group at the buying group's annual meeting in Scottsdale, Ariz.
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Many components comprise a successful showroom business

Hank Darlington
February 28, 2015
Build your brand.
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DPHA convention loaded with educational opportunities

Hank Darlington
January 31, 2015
Many years ago I graduated college, did a stint in the Army, got an MBA and went on a job search.
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Private label products are increasing in popularity

Hank Darlington
January 15, 2015
A good thing or not?
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2020: A showroom odyssey

Hank Darlington
November 19, 2014
Big changes are right around the corner for our industry.
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The future of retail and brick-and-mortar stores

Yesterday and tomorrow.
Hank Darlington
November 1, 2014

What does the future hold for retail and brick-and-mortar stores? 


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First Supply’s showroom brands continue to thrive

Retail giants.
Hank Darlington
September 18, 2014
First Supply’s Gerhards and Kohler Signature Store showroom brands continue to thrive.


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How to turn unhappy customers into happy ones

Switching sides.
Hank Darlington
September 13, 2014

It’s just part of doing business.


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Your margins don't have to suffer any longer

Price, price, price.
Hank Darlington
September 12, 2014

Learning to deal with it in a strong, positive and well-thought-out manner is the key.


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Industry veterans provide expert bath and kitchen insights

Five industry veterans provide their thoughts on a variety of topics.
Hank Darlington
September 7, 2014

Not to miss an opportunity to talk shop and share industry insights, we all sat down with a glass of wine and my list of questions with the goal of creating this fun and informative article. I think we accomplished our goal. See if you don’t agree.


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