Fall 2024 Insiders Tour
Get an insider’s look into the world of High Point Market
HPMKT Insiders Tour
For those new to High Point Market, the Insiders Tour is a perfect introductory experience. Curated by industry experts to show you the diverse inspirations, connections and business opportunities available here, these tours will take you through some of their favorite showrooms. Choose from half-day or full-day tours where you'll meet with makers and influencers who move our industry forward, and learn how to use Market as a business-building tool that will boost your professional brand.
Three half-day tours will be offered on Friday, October 25 from 11:00am – 6:00pm. Five full-day tours will be offered on Saturday, October 26 from 8:30am – 6:00pm. Participants must commit to attending the entirety of the tour schedule in order to be eligible to participate.
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Qualifications: In order to qualify for the Insiders Tour, you must be a member of the home furnishings industry who is eligible for a buyer pass, and have never attended High Point Market or have not been to more than one Market within the past two years. Those who have previously attended an Insiders Tour will not be eligible to participate. Please see our registration page to review the requirements for a buyer pass.
The application for the Fall 2024 Insiders Tour is now closed.
Fall 2024 Insiders Tour Guides
Jeanne K. Chung
Full-Day Tour
My High Point Market Insiders Tour will focus on lines that can customize and adapt their product to support the needs of the interior designer. I'll take my group to showrooms that carry upholstery, lighting, case goods, rugs, art, and more - all with the ability to tailor the product to the needs of each project. We will tackle several areas around High Point and while doing so, I will offer up advice on how to take advantage of everything Market has to offer. At the end of the day, each designer should feel confident enough to navigate Market on their own and will also have a better understanding of what questions to ask a new vendor to position themselves for success.
Juliana Ewer
Half-Day Tour
My tour will have a maximalist flair that will feature my favorite go-to vendors and hidden gems that I love! We will visit different Market sections to help participants feel comfortable navigating HPMKT on their own. We will see custom furnishings, lighting, and fabulous accent items and peek into the antiques center to highlight all Market has to offer.
Joann Kandrac & Kelly Kole
Full-Day Tour
Join Joann and Kelly for a fun-filled adventure through High Point Market! With over 30 years of design expertise and decades of trips to Market, these seasoned pros will show you their favorite showrooms of furniture, lighting, art and unique accessories. They’ll guide you through Market, introducing you to top vendors, answering any of your burning questions on how they run their business and help you make meaningful connections throughout the day. Joann and Kelly will be sure to keep things lively and fun all day long!!
Linda Holt
Full-Day Tour
A carefully curated mix of well-known brands alongside memorable boutique showrooms, Linda Holt's tour offers a unique opportunity to discover Market's diverse and eclectic offerings. Her expertise in photography ensures a tour full of aesthetic appeal and inspiration, incorporating a broad range of interior elements such as furniture, accessories, lighting, artwork, and antiques.
Rasheeda Gray
Full-Day Tour
High Point Market can recharge your creativity, business and bottom-line! Join Rasheeda Gray as she navigates through her thoughtfully curated picks from a variety of Market showrooms, showcasing upholstery, case goods, accessories, lighting, and beyond. Embark on a journey of exploration to uncover everything Market has to offer, while maximizing your Market experience to its fullest potential.
Ursula Carmona
Half-Day Tour
Join Ursula Carmona of Home Made by Carmona as she divulges insider secrets to intentional sourcing that will level up both your design and business. Tour showrooms that help you curate show-stopping spaces, but also have the potential to become your next brand partner! Imagine a collaborative product line, brands that will sponsor your next project, or sourcing items that become passive affiliate income. Learn techniques to source art, textiles, furniture, and fixtures that tell an inspiring story for clients and followers, and leverage that story to diversify your business’ income streams!
Kim Macumber
Half-Day Tour
Known for her vibrant, collected, intuitive approach to color and pattern, Kim Macumber looks at each new project as a design adventure. She loves mixing traditional, modern, old and new, and can’t wait to take you to her go-to showrooms where she carefully curates a unique look for each and every client. Kim will also give you the inside scoop on her favorite artisans and custom furniture makers she has met at High Point; they are the key to creating a well-designed home!
Jessica Duce &
Elizabeth Scruggs
Full-Day Tour
Tour High Point with the high/low luxury experts, Jessica Duce and Elizabeth Scruggs. This duo has attended every Market together since 2018 and loves to share their favorite spots, tips and tricks for the best Market experience. This tour will feature a curated blend of residential, vacation home, and design/build insights. Join this memorable tour that promises to inspire, engage, and transform your view of design.