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Come see what is new at The Point, located on Commerce Avenue between Wrenn and Main, just a block from our Transportation Terminal. Be a part of our roundtable discussions with leaders in the home furnishings industry each day at 10am and 2pm. Grab a delicious lunch in a comfortable and relaxing environment. Join us in the evenings for valuable networking opportunities.

Need help navigating High Point Market? Stop in to talk with a dedicated Market Advisor that can help you find any showroom and develop a plan to make the most of your valuable time. Open Friday through Wednesday, The Point is your connection to inspiration.

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S/25 Event Schedule

Friday, October 24

11am - 2pm

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The Blooming Board Pop-up

Offering a fresh assortment of sandwiches, salads, grain bowls, and charcuterie, The Blooming Board Pop-Up in The Point offers an easy and accessible lunch for Market-goers. Stop by, fuel up, and check out the Market resources available in The Point.

Saturday, October 25

9:30am - 11am

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Hot Spot Tours

Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with our guided Hot Spots Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veterans and 2025 Style Spotters Evan Millárd and Victoria Holly, each curated tour features two to three showroom stops, providing unique insight into the breadth of product and inspiration found at Market. Perfect for new buyers and Market veterans alike, this immersive experience will ensure you make the most of your time at Market. RSVP at highpointmarket.org/hot-spot-tours. Meet at The Point at 9:15am ahead of a 9:30am departure.

Guest Speakers: Evan Millárd, Victoria Holly

RSVP Required

10am - 11am

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The Pretty Side of Performance - A Design Panel with Anna Elisabeth & Crypton

Join us for an inspiring lunch & learn as we unveil Anna Elisabeth’s stunning new Contract collection with Crypton — a sophisticated fusion of high-performance fabrics and effortlessly stylish design. Curated with intention, this collection blends soft, livable hues and fresh, modern patterns made to elevate everything from boutique hotel lobbies to any residential project. Be part of a dynamic discussion with top residential and hospitality designers as they explore the evolving crossover between comfort, luxury, and real-world durability. Whether you're designing for guests, clients, or homebodies, you’ll walk away with fresh insight and creative inspiration. Complimentary lunch provided after panel discussion.

11am - 2pm

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The Blooming Board Pop-up

Offering a fresh assortment of sandwiches, salads, grain bowls, and charcuterie, The Blooming Board Pop-Up in The Point offers an easy and accessible lunch for Market-goers. Stop by, fuel up, and check out the Market resources available in The Point.

1pm - 2:30pm

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Hot Spot Tours

Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with our guided Hot Spots Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veteran Lisa McDennon, this curated tour features two to three showroom stops, providing unique insight into the breadth of product and inspiration found at Market. Perfect for new buyers and Market veterans alike, this immersive experience will ensure you make the most of your time at Market. RSVP at highpointmarket.org/hot-spot-tours. Meet at The Point at 12:45 pm ahead of a 1:00 pm departure.

Guest Speakers: Lisa McDennon

RSVP Required

2pm - 3pm

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The Power of Belief: Close the Gap in Your Growth Strategy

If Monday mornings find you buried in emails and decisions, this session is for you. Strategy alone doesn’t create unstoppable growth—belief does. Andrea Liebross (author, coach, and big‑thinking expert), Kate Greunke (strategist–The Socialite Agency), and Whitney Vredenburgh (designer–Nested Spaces) join LuAnn Nigara, industry powerhouse, seasoned entrepreneur, and host of A Well‑Designed Business. You’ll uncover belief gaps causing business lag, see if you’re still leading as a Doer or Manager, and learn how to elevate yourself to lead as a Visionary. Create a To‑Believe List™ so your next move is intentional and powerful. Expect aha moments, fresh perspective, and tools you can use immediately to scale like the CEO you’re meant to be.

Guest Speakers: LuAnn Nigara, Andrea Liebross, Kate Greunke, Whitney Vredenburgh

Sunday, October 26

9:30am - 11am

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Hot Spot Tours

Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with our guided Hot Spots Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veterans and 2025 Style Spotters Rasheeda Gray and Tina Ramchandani, each curated tour features two to three showroom stops, providing unique insight into the breadth of product and inspiration found at Market. Perfect for new buyers and Market veterans alike, this immersive experience will ensure you make the most of your time at Market. RSVP at highpointmarket.org/hot-spot-tours. Meet at The Point at 9:15am ahead of a 9:30am departure.

Guest Speakers: Tina Ramchandani, Rasheeda Gray

10am - 11am

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Client Expectations Are Evolving — Are You?

Today’s design clients expect more than just beautiful outcomes: They want transparency, speed, and a seat at the table. Join us for a discussion about how designers and their brand partners are adapting to meet these evolving expectations, with a focus on communication strategies, efficient workflows, and vendor collaboration. The client experience is being redefined, and designers, like those at ASID, are working with brand partners, like Joybird, to provide clear quoting, realistic lead times, and proactive updates, using collaborative client tools that support faster decision-making, customizable solutions, and concierge-level service.

Guest Speakers: Gifty Clark-Walker, Yudi Kaufman, Laura Bischofberger, ASID, Dr. Dawn Haynie, Ph.D.

11am - 2pm

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The Blooming Board Pop-up

Offering a fresh assortment of sandwiches, salads, grain bowls, and charcuterie, The Blooming Board Pop-Up in The Point offers an easy and accessible lunch for Market-goers. Stop by, fuel up, and check out the Market resources available in The Point.

1pm - 2:30pm

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Hot Spot Tours

Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with our guided Hot Spots Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veteran Noel Gates, this curated tour features two to three showroom stops, providing unique insight into the breadth of product and inspiration found at Market. Perfect for new buyers and Market veterans alike, this immersive experience will ensure you make the most of your time at Market. RSVP at highpointmarket.org/hot-spot-tours. Meet at The Point at 12:45 pm ahead of a 1:00 pm departure.

Guest Speakers: Noel Gatts

RSVP Required

2pm - 3pm

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Get The YES And Strengthen Your Design Practice With Neuroaesthetics

Back by popular demand! Interior designers are increasingly embracing neuroaesthetics, the science of how our environment and art affect the mind and nervous system. Learn how to elevate your design decisions by using science-backed principles. You will come away with new vocabulary, greater confidence, and strategies to get more client yeses that increase profit in your business. Hear from industry leaders in this emerging field as they explore neuroaesthetic principles in lighting, biophilia, color, pattern, balance, art, and personalized design. This inspiring and informative conversation from Spring Market continues into the Fall thanks to our sponsors: Élan Design, Saurit Creative, Visual Comfort & Co., Kravet, and Phillips Collection

Guest Speakers: Eryn Oruncak, Jennifer Farrell, Ericka Saurit

Monday, October 27

9:30am - 11am

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Hot Spot Tours

Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with our guided Hot Spots Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veteran and 2025 Style Spotter Jewel Marlowe, this curated tour features two to three showroom stops, providing unique insight into the breadth of product and inspiration found at Market. Perfect for new buyers and Market veterans alike, this immersive experience will ensure you make the most of your time at Market. RSVP at highpointmarket.org/hot-spot-tours. Meet at The Point at 9:15am ahead of a 9:30am departure.

Guest Speakers: Jewel Marlowe

RSVP Required

10am - 11am

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Designing the Ultimate Backyard Sanctuary

Health and wellness have shifted from personal projects to a global priority. While spas and fitness centers have seen an increase in enrollment, homeowners are looking to create personal sanctuaries of their own at home. But where do they begin? This panel will discuss how homeowners can achieve their ultimate backyard wellness dreams, starting with finding an interior designer and/or landscape designer who can guide them through the design and logistics process. The panelists will discuss various luxury wellness amenities, such as plunge pools, hot tubs, and saunas, as well as decorative privacy screens and lush landscaping, that will not only help homeowners achieve their wellness goals but also help beautify their residential exteriors.

Guest Speakers: Karen Larson, Katrina Ralson, Kerrie Kelly, Lauren Ashley Allan, Susan Fernandez

11am - 2pm

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The Blooming Board Pop-up

Offering a fresh assortment of sandwiches, salads, grain bowls, and charcuterie, The Blooming Board Pop-Up in The Point offers an easy and accessible lunch for Market-goers. Stop by, fuel up, and check out the Market resources available in The Point.

1pm - 2:30pm

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Hot Spot Tours

Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with our guided Hot Spots Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veteran John McClain, this curated tour features two to three showroom stops, providing unique insight into the breadth of product and inspiration found at Market. Perfect for new buyers and Market veterans alike, this immersive experience will ensure you make the most of your time at Market. RSVP at highpointmarket.org/hot-spot-tours. Meet at The Point at 12:45 pm ahead of a 1:00 pm departure.

Guest Speakers: John McClain

RSVP Required

2pm - 3pm

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Imagine Home - Digitizing Interior Design

Imagine Home Founder, Staci Lantz, delves into the world of AI-powered technology and how it is reshaping the interior design industry. From LiDAR scanning to virtual reality, hear from tech innovators and industry disruptors on how digital solutions are transforming the way we imagine, create, and experience home spaces. Discover the future of interior design—where creativity meets cutting-edge tech.

Guest Speakers: Staci Lantz, Patti Carpenter, Doug Diemoz

Tuesday, October 28

10am - 11am

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Ode to Joy: Trends Shaping Spring/Summer 2026

Join Jaye Mize, Vice President of Advisory + Partnerships at Future Snoops, and Carrie Dillon, Managing Director of the International Textile Alliance, for a dynamic discussion on the design shifts inspiring Spring/Summer 2026. This session explores “Ode to Joy,” a movement redefining interiors with playful expression, uplifting color palettes, & comforting layers that spark emotional well-being. Discover how fashion & home design intersect to create bold, joyful spaces that encourage self-expression, experimentation, & storytelling in response to an ever-changing world. A must-attend for designers, product developers, & industry leaders eager to stay ahead of the curve and transform trend insights into innovative products & experiences.

Guest Speakers: Carrie Dillon, Jaye Mize

11am - 2pm

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The Blooming Board Pop-up

Offering a fresh assortment of sandwiches, salads, grain bowls, and charcuterie, The Blooming Board Pop-Up in The Point offers an easy and accessible lunch for Market-goers. Stop by, fuel up, and check out the Market resources available in The Point.

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