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| Mar. 02, 2010 |
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PRE-MARKET ON TRACK TO BE LARGEST YET |
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High Point, North Carolina, March 2, 2010—With two weeks still to go until the actual event, buyer registration for Spring Pre-Market 2010 has already surpassed all prior events since Pre-Market was re-envisioned nearly three years ago. |
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| Feb. 25, 2010 |
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MARKET AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES EXHIBITOR WEBINAR SERIES |
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High Point, North Carolina, February 25, 2010—The High Point Market Authority is teaming with a variety of expert speakers to present a series of three educational webinars exclusively for High Point Market Exhibitors. Series topics range from international business opportunities to improving public relations savvy and connecting with interior designers.
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| Feb. 24, 2010 |
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HPMA PRODUCES SPRING 2010 EXHIBITOR MARKETING KIT |
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High Point, North Carolina, February 24, 2010—High Point Market exhibitors interested in making the most of their Market investment need only download a copy of the Spring 2010 edition of the High Point Market’s Exhibitor Marketing Kit, available now on the High Point Market website, www.highpointmarket.org under the Exhibitor Services tab, or via the following link: http://www.highpointmarket.org/pdf/Spring2010ExhibitorMarketingKit.pdf. |
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| Feb. 09, 2010 |
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MARKET AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES SPRING 2010
STARS UNDER THE STARS ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP |
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High Point, North Carolina, February 9, 2010—A trio of bands known for legendary live performances and outrageous stage shows are set to headline the Spring 2010 Stars Under the Stars entertainment series in the world’s home for home furnishings. |
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| Feb. 04, 2010 |
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HIGH POINT MARKET PUBLISHES 2010 BUSINESS OUTLOOK |
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High Point, North Carolina, February 4, 2010— The coming six months could be the best the U.S. home furnishings industry has seen in a good while, according to the 2010 High Point Market Business Outlook and CEO Update, a new, in-depth report published by the High Point Market Authority. The report is available now for download via the following link: www.highpointmarket.org/pdf/Spring2010BusinessOutlook.pdf. |
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| Jan. 14, 2010 |
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HPMA: REGISTER NOW FOR SPRING MARKET 2010
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High Point, North Carolina, January 14, 2010—Registration for Spring Market 2010 is now open and Market-goers looking to score great deals on accommodations need look no further than www.highpointmarket.org. The website also features special, Market-only discounts on airfare and rental cars. |
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| Dec. 01, 2009 |
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PRE-MARKET SPONSORS EXPAND ON SUCCESSFUL MODEL
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High Point, North Carolina, December 1, 2009—As they work to expand on an already successful model, the sponsoring manufacturers of Pre-Market met here last week to set both their agenda for the coming year and the dates of the 2010 Pre-Market events: March 15-16, 2010 and September 13-14, 2010. |
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| Nov. 30, 2009 |
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IAEE SINGLES OUT HIGH POINT MARKET ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN FOR FIRST PLACE HONOR IN ART OF THE SHOW COMPETITION |
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High Point, North Carolina, November 30, 2009—The International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) has awarded High Point Market’s “Collage” ad campaign both first place and honorable mention in its 2009 Art of the Show Competition in the “over 150,000 net square feet” category. |
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| Nov. 03, 2009 |
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CASEY: REGISTRATIONS HELD STEADY, ATTITUDES WERE UPBEAT & ACTIVITY WAS BRISK AT FALL MARKET 2009 |
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High Point, North Carolina, November 3, 2009— Registrations held steady, attitudes were upbeat and activity was brisk at Fall Market 2009, despite the challenging economy and the industry’s over-crowded tradeshow calendar. |
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| Oct. 21, 2009 |
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CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION MURAL ACQUIRED BY HIGH POINT MUSEUM FOR PERMANENT COLLECTION |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 21, 2009—The Centennial Celebration Mural, a unique work of art that captures and illustrates the memories of High Point Market guests, has been acquired by the High Point Museum for the Museum’s permanent collection. |
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| Oct. 20, 2009 |
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HIGH POINT MARKET EXHIBITORS RECOGNIZED FOR EXCELLENCE
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High Point, North Carolina, October 20, 2009—The home furnishings industry’s annual showcase for excellence in showroom design culminated last evening with the presentation of two special awards honoring the High Point Market’s most creative and innovative exhibitors. |
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| Oct. 17, 2009 |
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CASEY: OUTLOOK FOR FALL MARKET POSITIVE |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 17, 2009—Heading into Fall Market 2009 opening here this morning, Brian D. Casey, president and chief executive officer of the High Point Market Authority, says all indicators point to a successful week ahead. |
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| Oct. 15, 2009 |
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CASEY: IHFRA/HPM REP AMBASSADORS MAKING A DIFFERENCE |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 15, 2009—When Market opens this weekend, the High Point Market Authority expects to see many new buyers among the crowds, as well as retailers who have not visited High Point for a number of Markets, thanks in part to the work of the IHFRA/High Point Market Rep Ambassadors. |
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| Oct. 14, 2009 |
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CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF GREAT MARKET MOMENTS |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 14, 2009—As the 100th anniversary of the High Point Market culminates here this week, the High Point Market Authority is harnessing the power of social media, a phenomenon unique to today’s Market-goers, to celebrate milestones in the Market’s history and memories of the past. |
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| Oct. 13, 2009 |
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BUICK TO CONNECT @ HIGH POINT MARKET
COLLABORATES WITH MARKET TO PROMOTE NEW MODEL LAUNCH |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 13, 2009—The High Point Market Authority is collaborating with Buick to explore the intersection of design and innovation across industries this Market. |
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| Oct. 08, 2009 |
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CASEY: COME CELEBRATE THE 100th! |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 8, 2009—It’s High Point Market’s birthday and the High Point Market Authority is throwing a party worthy of a celebration that’s been 100 years in the making. Sunday night, October 18th has been chosen for the culmination of the Centennial Celebration and all Market-goers are invited the birthday party of the century. |
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| Oct. 07, 2009 |
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HPMA SPONSORS SEMINAR SERIES FOR RETAILERS/DESIGNERS |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 7, 2009—The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) is sponsoring a series of six, special educational seminars focused on business-building ideas for independent retailers and interior designers during Fall Market here. All HPMA seminars will take place in G-105 on the 1st floor of the Suites at Market Square.
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| Sep. 21, 2009 |
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U.S. SENATE HONORS HIGH POINT MARKET AS PREMIER INDUSTRY TRADE SHOW |
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High Point, North Carolina, September 21, 2009—The U.S. Senate has passed a resolution honoring the High Point Market: The World’s Home for Home Furnishings as one of the world’s premier industry trade shows. |
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| Sep. 18, 2009 |
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HPMA ANNOUNCES THIRD ANNUAL SHOWROOM DESIGN & MERCHANDISING IDEAS COMPETITION |
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High Point, North Carolina, September 18, 2009—The High Point Market Authority is inviting Market exhibitors to show off their visual merchandising talents in the Third Annual High Point Market Showroom Display and Merchandising Ideas Competition this Fall, and for the first time, inviting all Market-goers to vote for their favorite showrooms. |
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| Sep. 10, 2009 |
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OUTLOOK FOR PRE-MARKET UPBEAT |
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High Point, North Carolina, September 10, 2009—Despite the challenging economic environment and an over-crowded trade show calendar, organizers of Pre-Market have good reason to be optimistic: 144 buyers representing 69 leading retail organizations are pre-registered to attend the event and that number continues to grow. |
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| Sep. 03, 2009 |
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GAVIN DeGRAW HEADLINES CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
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High Point, North Carolina, September 03, 2009—Gavin DeGraw, one of today’s premier singer-songwriters is set to headline the Centennial Celebration on Sunday October 18.
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| Aug. 26, 2009 |
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HPMA OFFERS CUSTOM PR NEWSWIRE PACKAGES FOR EXHIBITORS
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High Point, North Carolina, August 26, 2009—The High Point Market Authority is introducing new services designed to assist Market exhibitors with connecting to the media. |
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| Aug. 26, 2009 |
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HPMA POSTS FALL 2009 EXHIBITOR MARKETING KIT
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High Point, North Carolina, August 26, 2009—The Fall 2009 edition of the High Point Market Authority’s popular Exhibitor Marketing Kit has been posted to the High Point Market website and is available for download by High Point exhibitors. The special online guide is designed to help High Point Market exhibitors maximize opportunities at Fall Market and highlights a number of valuable new benefits for exhibitors. |
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| Aug. 24, 2009 |
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NEW MEDIA CENTER TO OPEN FOR FALL 2009 HIGH POINT MARKET
State-of-the-art Environment Designed by Industry Icon Jena Hall and Furnished by aspenhome |
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High Point, North Carolina, August 24, 2009—The High Point Market Authority is unveiling a brand new, state-of-the-art, High Point Market Media Center this Fall in a permanent space on the plaza level of SHOWPLACE West, at the corner of Main and High Streets. |
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| Aug. 05, 2009 |
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HPMA PARTNERS WITH HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY TO OFFER ACCESS TO PREMIER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES DURING PRE-MARKET |
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High Point, North Carolina, August 5, 2009—The High Point Market Authority is joining forces with High Point University to offer Pre-Market guests free access to a pair of special, educational events celebrating the opening of the new, state-of-the-art, Nido R. Qubein School of Communication here next month. |
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| Jul. 27, 2009 |
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HPMA WELCOMES NEW REP AMBASSADORS |
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High Point, North Carolina, July 27, 2009—The High Point Market Authority is welcoming six more International Home Furnishings Representatives (IHFRA) to its growing cadre of High Point Market Rep Ambassadors. |
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| Jun. 22, 2009 |
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ENGLAND, INC. JOINS PRE-MARKET SPONSORS |
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High Point, North Carolina, June 22, 2009—England, Inc., a La-Z-Boy Furniture Company, has joined the list of twenty-two major manufacturers sponsoring Pre-Market here, September 14 and 15th, 2009. |
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| Jun. 15, 2009 |
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HPMA LAUNCHES NEW AD CAMPAIGN |
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High Point, North Carolina, June 15, 2009—The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) is set to launch a new advertising campaign next week designed to encourage home furnishings professionals to connect at the High Point Market. The campaign was developed by Greensboro, NC-based agency Emisare, Inc. The |
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| May. 13, 2009 |
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CASEY: SPRING MARKET RESULTS REFLECT MARKET’S STRENGTH/ DIFFICULT BUSINESS CONDITIONS |
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High Point, North Carolina, May 13, 2009—While the majority of consumer products and home-related trade shows have been experiencing double-digit declines in attendance throughout the past year, total registrations (75,537) for the High Point Market this Spring were down only 8 percent compared to Spring Market one year ago. |
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| Apr. 28, 2009 |
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NC GOVERNOR MARKS MARKET’S CENTENNIAL WITH PROCLAMATION
Addresses International Delegates/Emphasizes Importance of Global Competitiveness
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High Point, North Carolina, April 28, 2009—During a meeting with trade representatives and international buyers shopping the Market this week, Governor Beverly Perdue demonstrated her support for the High Point Market with a proclamation honoring the Market’s Centennial and emphasized the importance of international business development.
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| Apr. 26, 2009 |
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SPRING MARKET 2009 TREND:
THRILL OF THE HUNT IN HIGH POINT
High Point Market Increasingly Becoming Source for Antiques, Original Art, Found Objects and One-Of-A-Kind Pieces for the Home
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High Point, North Carolina, April 26, 2009—With some 2,000 exhibitors encompassing nearly 12 million feet of showroom space, and more than 300 categories of products, it has often been said that “If you can’t find it at the High Point Market, it probably doesn’t exist.” |
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| Apr. 25, 2009 |
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100 YEARS NEW: HIGH POINT MARKET RELEVANT/VIBRANTAND FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE |
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High Point, North Carolina, April 25, 2009—While many will pause to take in the milestones of the High Point Market’s last 100 years this week, Brian D. Casey, president and chief executive officer of the High Point Market Authority, has his eye on the future and a clear vision for the world’s home for home furnishings in the next century. |
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| Apr. 25, 2009 |
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YEAR-LONG HIGH POINT MARKET CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION BEGINS
Downtown High Point Dressed for a Spring Market 100 Years in the Making/
Experience Includes Centennial Walkway, Interactive Mural and Detailed Historical Perspective on HPMA Website
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High Point, North Carolina, April 25, 2009—Spring Market 2009 marks the 100th Anniversary of the High Point Market and signs of the year-long Centennial Celebration are evident at every turn. |
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| Apr. 25, 2009 |
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INTERNATIONAL BUYER PROGRAM GAINS MOMENTUM IN YEAR TWO: Buyer Recruitment, Exhibitor Education Efforts Expanded/
Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, Senegal and Kenya Among International Delegations Arriving For Spring Market 2009
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High Point, North Carolina, April 25, 2009–Spring Market 2009 marks the second year in a row that the Market has been designated a U.S. Commercial Service International Buyer Program (IBP) event, and as Market opens here this week, Market officials report that the program is gaining significant momentum. |
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| Apr. 22, 2009 |
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LEADING MANUFACTURERS COMMIT TO FALL 2009 PRE-MARKET EVENT/MAKING ALL FALL 2009 MAJOR PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS IN HIGH POINT |
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High Point, North Carolina, April 22, 2009—On the heels of a successful 2009 Spring Pre-Market event, 96 percent of the Pre-Market’s sponsoring manufacturers have committed to return for the Fall 2009 Pre-Market event set for September 14 to 15, 2009. |
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| Apr. 07, 2009 |
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VISIT WINSTON-SALEM CREATES “MINUTES TO MARKET” MICRO-SITE TO PROMOTE BENEFITS OF CITY TO MARKET-GOERS |
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High Point, North Carolina, April 7, 2009—When it comes to where to stay while visiting the world’s home for home furnishings, Market-goers have a world of options these days. Among these is nearby Winston-Salem, North Carolina, just 20 minutes from High Point, recognized as one of America’s “Most Livable Cities.” |
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| Mar. 27, 2009 |
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SPRING 2009 PRE-MARKET EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS OF SPONSORING MANUFACTURERS |
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High Point, North Carolina, March 28, 2009—Spring 2009 Pre-Market exceeded the expectations of the event’s 23 sponsoring manufacturers, and provided 135 buyers representing 63 prominent retail companies with an opportunity to preview product, secure distribution and strengthen relationships with key vendors. |
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| Mar. 13, 2009 |
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HIGH POINT MARKET AUTHORITY AND U.S. COMMERCIAL SERVICE TO PRESENT AN EXCLUSIVE WEBCAST EVENT FOR HIGH POINT MARKET EXHIBITORS |
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High Point, North Carolina, March 13, 2009—The High Point Market Authority is teaming with senior trade specialists from the U.S. Commercial Service to present an exclusive webcast for Market exhibitors focused on export opportunities.
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| Mar. 03, 2009 |
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HIGH POINT MARKET AWARDED INTERNATIONAL BUYER PROGRAM DESIGNATION FOR SPRING 2010 |
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High Point, North Carolina, March 3, 2009—With recruitment of international buying delegations for Spring Market 2009 continuing to gather momentum as part of the International Buyer Program (IBP), the High Point Market Authority has received notification from the U.S. Department of Commerce that the Spring 2010 High Point Market has been designated a U.S. Commercial Service International Buyer Program (IBP) event. |
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| Feb. 26, 2009 |
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HPMA: FREE WEBINARS FOR MARKET EXHIBITORS OFFER ADVICE ON COMPILING EFFECTIVE PRESS KITS FOR MARKET |
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High Point, North Carolina, February 26, 2009—The High Point Market Authority and the American Home Furnishings Alliance (AHFA) are offering two free webinars next week to help home furnishings companies prepare more effective press materials for the upcoming Spring 2009 High Point Market. |
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| Feb. 17, 2009 |
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HIGH POINT MARKET AUTHORITY POSTS EXHIBITOR MARKETING KIT |
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High Point, North Carolina, February 17, 2009—As part of continuing efforts to make the High Point Market the most productive and profitable selling event possible, the High Point Market Authority has produced a special online guide to help exhibitors maximize opportunities at the 2009 Spring Market.
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| Feb. 03, 2009 |
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HPMA PARTNERS WITH KEY IHFRA REPRESENTATIVES |
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High Point, North Carolina, February 3, 2009—The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) is partnering with International Home Furnishings Representatives Association (IHFRA) members to promote Market attendance. |
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| Jan. 29, 2009 |
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HPMA: BOOK EARLY AND SCORE DEEPER DISCOUNTS ON CAR RENTALS AT PIEDMONT TRIAD AIRPORT |
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High Point, North Carolina, January 29, 2009—The High Point Market Authority is encouraging Market-goers who plan to rent a car at the Piedmont Triad Airport in Greensboro to reserve their vehicles now in order to benefit from special discounts on rental rates for early bookings.
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| Jan. 26, 2009 |
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MARKET AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES SPRING 2009 STARS UNDER THE STARS LINE-UP |
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High Point, North Carolina, January 26, 2009—To mark the 100th Anniversary of the High Point Market this Spring, the High Point Market is turning to a pair of musical institutions for its popular Stars Under the Stars concert series and gala Centennial Celebration.
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| Jan. 23, 2009 |
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MARKET AUTHORITY UNVEILS CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION INSIGNIA |
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High Point, North Carolina, January 23, 2009—To mark the 100th Anniversary of the High Point Market this Spring, the High Point Market Authority is introducing a special insignia that will appear in a variety of marketing materials, as well as signage throughout the downtown Market area.
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| Jan. 21, 2009 |
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TRIAD HOTELIERS REDUCE RATES/RESTRICTIONS FOR APRIL ’09 MARKET |
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High Point, North Carolina, January 21, 2009 —In response to requests by the High Point Market Authority (HPMA), a number of Piedmont Triad hotels have significantly reduced room rates and minimum-stay restrictions for Spring Market. On average, regular room rates have dropped 15 percent, with several hotels offering rate reductions of as much as 20 to 25 percent. |
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| Jan. 05, 2009 |
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PRE-MARKET SPONSORS ANNOUNCE 2009 DATES |
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High Point, North Carolina, January 5, 2009—The sponsoring manufacturers of the Pre-Market movement voted late last month to retain the previously established Pre-Market schedule. As such, Spring Pre-Market here has been set for March, 23-24, 2009 and Fall Pre-Market is set for September 14-15, 2009.
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| Dec. 18, 2008 |
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR NORTH CAROLINA’S DESIGNERS |
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High Point, North Carolina, December 19, 2008—Design Professionals of North Carolina (DPNC) has honored Brian D. Casey, president and chief executive officer of the High Point Market Authority (HPMA) for outstanding contributions to the organization. |
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| Nov. 13, 2008 |
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CASEY: FALL MARKET 2008 REGISTRATION RESULTS REFLECT TUMULTOUS BUSINESS CONDITIONS |
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High Point, North Carolina, November 13, 2008—As anticipated given the uncertain economy, the number of validated buyer registrations at the Fall 2008 Market—44,634—was down 2,534 or just under 6 percent from the previous Market. Total registrations—76,403—a figure which includes exhibitors, sales personnel, students, press and other industry members, declined by nearly 7 percent. |
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| Oct. 22, 2008 |
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HIGH POINT MARKET EXHIBITORS RECOGNIZED FOR EXCELLENCE IN SHOWROOM DESIGN/MERCHANDISING IDEAS |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 22, 2008— Designers and retailers have long known that the High Point Market is the place where trends begin—and a great place to discover fresh, new merchandising ideas. |
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| Oct. 20, 2008 |
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HIGH POINT MARKET REPORT CARD: |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 20, 2008 — Two and a half years ago when Brian Casey stepped into the world’s home furnishings spotlight as president and chief executive officer of the High Point Market, he promised to improve the business experience for all market attendees, starting with placing a priority on customer service. |
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| Oct. 20, 2008 |
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56 KEY INITIATIVES OF THE HIGH POINT MARKET: |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 20, 2008 — The High Point Market just released a report on its accomplishments during the first 32 months of the revamped High Point Market Authority. Below is a listing according to seven focus areas.
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| Oct. 20, 2008 |
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INDUSTRY LEADERS: NO PLACE LIKE HOME FOR HOME FURNISHINGS |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 20, 2008—The cameras of “High Point Market Live” which film the High Point Market experience for daily video coverage broadcast throughout downtown High Point, have been capturing more than the newest products and trends. As evidenced by footage playing on screens across Market this week, “High Point Market Live” has been recording a growing library of industry leaders’ thoughts on the value and significance of the High Point Market.
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| Oct. 17, 2008 |
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DELL INC. WORKS WITH HPMA TO DISSEMINATE INFORMATION/ENHANCE GUEST EXPERIENCE AT MARKET |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 17, 2008—Dell Inc., a leading global systems and services company with a 750,000-square-foot desktop computer production facility in the Piedmont Triad, is working with the High Point Market Authority to help disseminate information to Market guests. |
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| Oct. 14, 2008 |
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JORDANIAN DELEGATION HEADLINES FIRST-TIME INTERNATIONAL VISITORS AT FALL MARKET 2008 |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 14, 2008—More than 70 international buying organizations – headlined by a delegation from Jordan – representing 41 countries and some 300 buyers who have never before visited the High Point Market are set to explore the world’s home for home furnishings next week. |
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| Oct. 02, 2008 |
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HPMA INVITES MARKET’S EXHIBITORS TO SHOWCASE SHOWROOMS |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 2, 2008—The High Point Market Authority is inviting Market exhibitors to show off their showroom displays and great merchandising ideas in the second annual High Point Market Showroom Display and Merchandising Ideas Competition. |
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| Sep. 24, 2008 |
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HIGH POINT MARKET AUTHORITY’S FALL 2008 TRENDS FORECAST |
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High Point, North Carolina, September 24, 2008— The High Point Market Authority’s Fall 2008 Trends Forecast is available now for download at www.highpointmarket.org. |
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| Sep. 20, 2008 |
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INDUSTRY LEADERS: NO PLACE LIKE HOME FOR HOME FURNISHINGS |
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High Point, North Carolina, October 20, 2008—The cameras of “High Point Market Live” which film the High Point Market experience for daily video coverage broadcast throughout downtown High Point, have been capturing more than the newest products and trends. As evidenced by footage playing on screens across Market this week, “High Point Market Live” has been recording a growing library of industry leaders’ thoughts on the value and significance of the High Point Market.
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| Sep. 08, 2008 |
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HPMA REPORT: GROWTH EXPECTED TO RETURN IN 2009 |
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High Point, North Carolina, September 8, 2008—The High Point Market Authority has published an in-depth, Business Outlook report for home furnishings industry professionals focused on driving business in a challenging economic environment.
The report is available now for download at the High Point Market website, www.highpointmarket.org. |
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| Aug. 25, 2008 |
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FALL ’08 MARKET ENTERTAINMENT ROSTER TAKES SHAPE |
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High Point, North Carolina, August 25, 2008—From beach music to bluegrass, the Carolinas are famous for a rich musical legacy that continues to grow and thrive today. This Fall, the High Point Market plans to honor that heritage by presenting two of the region’s top drawing groups—Superglide and The Band of Gold. The homegrown favorites join a roster of superstar talent that includes KC & The Sunshine Band, Peter Frampton and JoDee Messina.
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| Aug. 20, 2008 |
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FREE WEBINARS OFFER MARKET PRESS KIT ADVICE |
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HIGH POINT, N.C. – The High Point Market Authority and the American Home Furnishings Alliance (AHFA) are offering two free webinars to help home furnishings companies prepare more effective press materials for the upcoming fall High Point Market.
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