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Come see what is new at The Point, located on Commerce Avenue, just a block from our Transportation Terminal. Join us for 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/24 Event Schedule

Friday, April 12

2pm - 3pm

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New Buyer Mixer

Attention all newcomers and inquiring minds alike. The High Point Market Authority invites you to its S/24 New Buyer Mixer, your gateway to forging connections and learning to make the most of your time in High Point. Discover buyer resources available to you and set the stage for a successful Market experience from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm on Friday, April 12, at The Point. Not quite a newbie but still full of questions? You’re welcome to join us, too!

3pm - 4pm

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Market 101 Live!

New to Market, or looking for new tips and tricks to enhance your experience? Join S/24 Style Spotters All Stars Tami Ramsay and Krista Nye Nicholas of CLOTH & KIND and Gary Inman of Gary Inman Interior Design for a discussion on all things High Point Market! Learn about the best ways to plan your trip, how to use Market's vast transportation system, how to make the most of your time at Market, and what events you won't want to miss. Presented by the High Point Market Authority.

Guest Speakers: Tami Ramsay, Krista Nye Nicholas, Gary Inman

Saturday, April 13

9:30am - 11am

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Hot Spot Tours

Enjoy a personal trip through some of the most stunning showrooms at Market with our Spring 2024 Hot Spot Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veterans, each curated tour features 2 to 3 showroom stops, providing unique and enriching insight. Experience an insider's view into the latest trends and innovations in hospitality furnishings with David Cohen of David Cohen Brands, or immerse yourself in a curated selection of showrooms featuring exquisite art pieces and accessories with Marisa Wilson of Marisa Wilson Interior Design. Please arrive at The Point by 9:15 am ahead of a prompt departure at 9:30 am. Tour schedules and RSVPs will be available on highpointmarket.org closer to Market.

Guest Speakers: Marisa Wilson, David Cohen

10am - 11am

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The Price is Right: Generate Higher Design Fees That Reflect Your Value

Establishing an effective pricing structure for your design business can be a challenge. How can you ensure that your fees accurately reflect the worth of your services and make more money in 2024? Join us as we explore the advantages and disadvantages of various industry pricing models with a panel of design business experts, including Robert Stone, Studio Designer, Katie Guzinski, Executive Director for Marguerite Rodgers Interior Design, Daniel Paul, Chief Operating Officer for Tom Stringer Design Partners, and DuVäl Reynolds, owner of DuVäl Design; moderated by Julia Nikishina of New Age Financial Consulting. After the discussion, network and enjoy a complimentary lunch sponsored by New Age Financial Consulting.

Guest Speakers: Robert Stone, Katie Guzinski, Daniel Paul, DuVäl Reynolds, Julia Nikishina

2pm - 3pm

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Design Without Borders: Crafting Tomorrow's Spaces with Global Inspirations

Join us for a dynamic discussion with our panel of the world-traveled experts that traverses the globe, from the intricate craftsmanship of Asia to Europe's cutting-edge studios and beyond. Explore how international design trends and cultural innovations are molding the future of American interior and architectural spaces. Engage with us in a playful yet professional dialogue about blending global creativity with local sensibilities in diverse design environments brought to life by the invaluable experiences of our distinguished panelists.

Guest Speakers: Monika Nessbach, Kelli Ellis, Nancy Fire, Edwin Van Der Gun

Sunday, April 14

9:30am - 11am

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Hot Spot Tours

Enjoy a personal trip through some of the most stunning showrooms at Market with our Spring 2024 Hot Spot Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veterans, each curated tour features 2 to 3 showroom stops, providing unique and enriching insight. Join Nancy Fire of Nancy Fire Designs on a journey towards a more sustainable future with a tour dedicated to eco-friendly and responsibly sourced products, or join Ariene Bethea of Dressing Rooms Interiors to discover artisan & handcrafted Market finds that add a touch of authenticity and charm to any space. Please arrive at The Point by 9:15 am ahead of a prompt departure at 9:30 am. Tour schedules and RSVPs will be available on highpointmarket.org closer to Market.

Guest Speakers: Nancy Fire, Ariene Bethea

10am - 11am

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Psychology of Color by Tracee Murphy

Color significantly impacts our interiors, and creating the perfect mood to enhance our well-being is easier than you think! Join Tracee Murphy, CEO and Principal Designer of Trade Mark Interiors, to learn about the psychology of color and how to connect with clients on their color personality to have the most positive, emotional, and physical impact. The discussion will cover color psychology and how color impacts human behavior, mood, and emotions, the in-depth Color Emotion Guide, different colors for different rooms, and how to use color psychology in your business. IDCEC approved. After the discussion, network and enjoy a complimentary lunch sponsored by Benjamin Moore. Event Sponsor: Benjamin Moore

Guest Speakers: Tracee Murphy

2pm - 3pm

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Designing Lifestyles, Interiors & Products

Join us as we explore the crossover between Interior design and product design. Featured panelists have each proven their creative diversity by designing successful product lines for respected manufacturers. This panel unveils the secrets to success as a product designer with panelists Barclay Butera, Suzanne Duin, and Dann Foley, moderated by Gary Inman. Sponsored by Currey & Company.

Guest Speakers: Dann Foley, Gary Inman, Barclay Butera, Suzanne Duin

Monday, April 15

9:30am - 11am

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Hot Spot Tours

Enjoy a personal trip through some of the most stunning showrooms at Market with our Spring 2024 Hot Spot Tours! Crafted by seasoned Market veterans, each curated tour features 2 to 3 showroom stops, providing unique and enriching insight. Explore the latest in lighting, from innovative designs to timeless classics, with Rasheeda Gray of Gray Space Interiors, or delve into the rich history and timeless beauty of antique furnishings with Jaclyn Isaac of doniDouglas Design. Please arrive at The Point by 9:15 am ahead of a prompt departure at 9:30 am. Tour schedules and RSVPs will be available on highpointmarket.org closer to Market.

Guest Speakers: Jaclyn Isaac, Rasheeda Gray

10am - 11am

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Design Your Way to Financial Freedom: 5 Keys to Unlocking the Life You Want

You can move beyond making a living as a designer. Financial freedom means having the life you want for as long as you want. Join Pearl Collective co-founders Gail Doby and Erin Weir, along with an all-star panel of designers who are living their dreams thanks to the five keys they used to realign their design businesses. Hear how they have enriched their lives, give back to others, and build amazing futures. You’ll learn how to do the same thing for yourself. After the discussion, network and enjoy a complimentary lunch sponsored by MaterialWorks.

Guest Speakers: Gail Doby, Erin Weir

2pm - 3pm

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Fluent in Construction: BTS with Interior Designers Influencing The Construction Choices That Shape Their Interiors

Join us for an educational panel that explores the relationship between construction decisions and interior design. Our expert panelists, each possessing a unique understanding of how construction stages shape their work and influence client decisions, will share invaluable insights, experiences, and strategies for success. Whether you're an aspiring designer, a seasoned professional, or someone passionate about the intersection of construction and design, our panel is here to address your curiosity. Don't miss this chance to gain important insights into the symbiotic relationship between construction decisions and the artistry of interior design. The panel will be followed by a Q&A. Sponsored by Polycor Natural Stone.

Guest Speakers: Lisa Shaffer, Suzanne Conner, Lane McNab, Jaclyn Isaac, Julia Zapcic

4pm - 5pm

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The Asian American Experience: A conversation with AAPI Founders and Entrepreneurs

Please join the Asian American Pacific Islander Design Alliance (AAPIDA) and AAPI artisan brand founders for a discussion of the 5 AAPIDA pillars: Advocacy, Awareness, Collaboration, Dialogue, and Mentorship. Moderated by Business of Home's Kaitlin Petersen, panelists include Swati Bansal, Ray Hallare, Noz Nozawa, and Lia Shin. The goal of the AAPIDA is to mobilize, empower, and engage AAPI professionals in the home and design industries and beyond to enact change by catalyzing the creative energy and talent of our peers. Join us to learn more about this important organization. Immediately following the panel, stick around for a networking reception with AAPIDA founders and members.

Guest Speakers: Noz Nozawa, Kaitlin Petersen, Swati Bansal, Ray Hallare, Lia Shin

5pm - 7pm

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AAPIDA Networking Reception

Learn more about the Asian American Pacific Islander Design Alliance (AAPIDA) and network with its founders and members from 5-7 pm at The Point. Come early at 4 pm to partake in their panel discussion, “The Asian American Experience: A conversation with AAPIDA Founders and Entrepreneurs.” Hosted by the High Point Market Authority.

Tuesday, April 16

10am - 11am

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Designing Tomorrow: Textile Trends and Their Influence on the Design Process

Join Jaye Mize, VP of Creative at FS (Fashion Snoops), as she hosts a panel on the textile trend forecast for Fall/Winter 24/25 and its impact on the textile design process. Top textile influencers from International Textile Alliance member companies will share how the FS forecast inspires their process. FS(Fashion Snoops) is the leading trend-forecasting platform that validates consumer behavior with data, connecting the dots from cultural influence to product innovation.

Guest Speakers: Jaye Mize

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