301 N. Hamilton St. Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line) Neighborhood: Hamilton Wrenn Corporate Phone: 828.328.5631

www.vanguardfurniture.com

Vanguard Furniture Co Inc

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At the forefront of style, Vanguard Furniture is the epitome of effortless elegance. Since 1969, Vanguard has taken pride in making the extraordinary the standard. We are an industry-leading manufacturer recognized for quality, craftsmanship and customizability. Using premium materials and time-honored construction techniques, we produce distinctive furnishings that elevate and beautify homes around the world. As a family-held company, our team of 750+ employees share our vision and with three North Carolina facilities (Conover, Hillsville and Morganton), we are proud our extraordinary furnishings are Made in America. Custom-crafted from the finest materials, each Vanguard Furniture creation is a collector’s piece built to last for generations—a unique piece of art handmade by artisans. Our customer-centric operation offers stocked products that ship in as little as 1-2 weeks and our lead times for custom designs are equally impressive. Sustainability is a way of life at Vanguard and we are proud to be founding members of the Sustainable Furnishings Council and we recycle 95% of all post manufacturing waste, including paper, fabric scraps, metal, wood scraps, plastic and corrugated products. Vanguard Furniture is where inspired spaces begin. High Point showroom is located at 301 N. Hamilton Street. vanguardfurniture.com

10am - 11am, October 26

The Psychology of Conflict Management by Tracee Murphy, workshop

Educational Vanguard Furniture Co Inc, 301 N. Hamilton St. Neighborhood: Hamilton Wrenn North Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)

Conflict is unavoidable in life, interior design, & construction; it’s not a matter of “if” a problem will arise but “when” it will arise. Join Tracee Murphy, CEO & Principal Designer of Trade Mark Interiors & Founder of The Designer Launch, for her IDCEC-approved CEU course to learn tricks of the trade to have in your business arsenal. With degrees in both psychology & interior design, Tracee will cover the value of conflict in successful relationships, the five styles of conflict management, & strategies for success in your business. Measurable outcomes include identifying early warning signs, incorporating the best psychology tricks of the trade to lead your team/projects, & identifying your conflict management style.

CEU Hours: 1

Speakers: Tracee Murphy


3pm - 4pm, October 26

"Grow your firm with intent: Pathways to Scale Your Design Firm" panel moderated by Melissa Grove of Design Dash

Educational Vanguard Furniture Co Inc, 301 N. Hamilton St. Neighborhood: Hamilton Wrenn North Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)

This must-attend event features esteemed panelists Laura Umansky, Tina Ramchandani, and Kate O’Hara, all leaders with experience growing substantial and successful teams within the design industry. The panel will delve into the essential strategies & insights for expanding your design business effectively & sustainably. Our experts will explore topics such as identifying when to scale, navigating common pitfalls during expansion, & implementing systems & organizational structures to support growth. Whether you’re looking to expand your team or refine your business strategies, this discussion will provide valuable perspectives from those who’ve successfully navigated the journey of scaling a design firm. RSVP to events@vanguardfurniture.com.

Speakers: Laura Umansky, Tina Ramchandani, Kate O’Hara


10am - 11am, October 27

“Your Next Hire: When & How to grow your team” workshop led by Laura Umansky and Melissa Grove of DesignDash.

Educational Vanguard Furniture Co Inc, 301 N. Hamilton St. Neighborhood: Hamilton Wrenn North Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)

This session is designed for design firm leaders finding themselves addressing urgent day-to-day issues, offering a strategic pause to refocus on the foundational elements of team building & business growth. Gain practical insights into: Evaluating Your Business: Learn to assess areas of excellence within your firm to focus your efforts where they count most; Identifying Talent Gaps: Discover how to pinpoint critical hiring needs within the next 90 days to strengthen your team’s capabilities; Creating a Hiring Roadmap: Develop a structured approach to recruitment that prepares your firm for a successful addition to your staff; and Effective Delegation: Understand how better delegation facilitates growth. RSVP to events@vanguardfurniture.com

CEU Hours: .01

Speakers: Laura Umansky, Melissa Grove


3pm - 4pm, October 27

"From Business to Brand: Find Staying Power and Success through Storytelling" panel discussion

Educational Vanguard Furniture Co Inc, 301 N. Hamilton St. Neighborhood: Hamilton Wrenn North Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)

Discover the transformative power of storytelling in branding at High Point Market, presented by DesignDash and Vanguard Furniture. Join us for a compelling conversation featuring industry leaders Melissa Grove, Laura Umansky, Ericka Saurit, and Jillian O'Neill in a conversation all about branding. This discussion will delve into how effective storytelling can elevate a business into a memorable brand, highlighting the importance of crafting consistent narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. Learn from Ericka Saurit’s expert insights on brand development, and hear accounts from Jillian O'Neill, who has successfully transitioned from a design firm to a prominent brand name. RSVP to events@vanguardfurniture.com.

Speakers: Melissa Grove, Laura Umansky, Ericka Saurit, Jillian O’Neill


Designer Faves from October High Point Market

Highlights and descriptions of eight top introductions from High Point Market with a Dropbox link to high-res images.

Vanguard Furniture's Splendor Collection Captures the Unique Beauty Created When Nature Shows Off

Encompassing bedroom, dining room and occasional categories, Splendor conveys a luxe yet laidback attitude and is distinguished by its use of natural Selenite. Release includes Dropbox link to high-res imagery.

Book Signing + Bubbly with Andrea Schumacher and Thom Filicia

Join us for a book signing of Vibrant Interiors, Living Large at Home by Andrea Schumacher hosted by Thom Filicia, whose furniture is featured in the book. Enjoy light bites and specialty cocktails. RSVP encouraged, by 10/12/23 to events@themlhagency.com.

Introducing EASE by Vanguard

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Introducing Modern Retreat by Michael Weiss for Vanguard

Thom Filicia Debuts New Furnishings & a New TV Series on Bravo