Radio Building - 164 S. Main St., S-700, Floor 7 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Corporate Phone: 336-869-1000
High Point Market Authority
Add to MyMarketThe High Point Market Authority is the official sponsor and organizer of the High Point Market in High Point, N.C. Featuring an extensive selection of exhibitors spanning every category, style, and price point, and attracting tens of thousands of visitors from more than 100 countries twice each year, the High Point Market is the driving force of the home furnishings industry. Find the High Point Market anywhere online, and follow on social media using the hashtag #HPMKT.
HPMKT 101 Live!
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join our HPMKT 101 session for must-know tips and tricks to working Market like a pro. Join industry experts Leslie Newby of WorkTheBrand PR and Don Ricardo Massenburg of DESiGN iNKREDiBLE in conversation on insider strategies to maximize your High Point Market experience, from showroom exploration to navigating HPMKT transportation and guest services. Whether you're a first-time guest or looking to refresh your Market strategy, this session will leave you well-equipped to make the most of your time in High Point.
Speakers: Leslie Newby, Don Ricardo Massenburg
The 2025 WOW Awards
Social IHFC Green Wing, International Ballroom, 11th Floor Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
WithIt celebrates women in the home furnishings industry with a stupendous “La Vie en Rose” gala. Go to withit.org for announcements of the 2025 honorees. This is the only awards dinner that honors women in home furnishings and raises money to educate and support women. Tickets are available at withit.org.
Hot Spot Tours
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with a guided Hot Spot Tour! Crafted by seasoned Market veterans and 2025 Style Spotters Jewel Marlowe and Tina Ramchandani, these tours feature two to three showroom stops, providing a 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. Meet at The Point at 9:15am ahead of a 9:30am departure. Check back soon to RSVP.
Speakers: Jewel Marlowe, Tina Ramchandani
Speed Dating with Experts: Finding your Ideal Business Pros for Success
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Amp up your business in this fast-paced session as four industry powerhouses help you assemble your dream team of experts to grow your business, achieve your goals and gain the recognition you want. Learn how high-achieving designers leverage the talent, expertise and networks of biz pros and how you can do the same with major results. Tap into resources that give you financial mastery, business and mindset clarity, team building expertise, spot-on brand visuals, and compelling narratives that get you noticed and drive ROI. Then, we’ll dive into a speed-dating round where you’ll connect with each of our pros who’ll answer your burning questions. Leave with practical tools to create your ideal team of advisors for ultimate business success.
Speakers: Gail Doby, Ken Lewis, Ken Roberts, Dawn Brinson
Market-at-Market
Social Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join us for the first-ever Market-at-Market shopping experience organized by the High Point Market Authority. Local craftspeople and vendors will showcase and sell their non-decor related products in a vibrant gift shop setting in the Center Stage arena. Food trucks will also be onsite. Open Saturday through Monday, 10am to 2pm.
Hot Spot Tour
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with a guided Hot Spot Tour! Crafted by seasoned Market veteran Kelly Collier-Clark, this tour features two to three showroom stops showcasing hidden treasures 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. Meet at The Point at 12:45pm ahead of a 1pm departure. Check back soon to RSVP.
Speakers: Kelly Collier-Clark
Crafting Success: The Designer's Guide to Decorative Lighting
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Decorative lighting is the jewelry of a home. By effectively layering lighting and making thoughtful choices in lighting design, you can create maximum impact and magical spaces that will impress your clients and make your portfolio pop! Join renowned Interior Designers Lisa McDennon (Lisa McDennon Design), Tamara Day (host of Magnolia Network’s Bargain Mansions), and Breegan Jane (host of HGTV’s Dream Home) for an insightful discussion moderated by Rick Campos (Business Coach and Host of the Design Biz Survival Guide podcast). They will share their best sources, tips, benefits, helpful tricks, and pitfalls to avoid when crafting beautifully illuminated interiors. This enlightening experience is brought to you by Hinkley.
Speakers: Rick Campos, Lisa McDennon, Tamara Day, Breegan Jane
KEYNOTE SERIES - Redefining Design Success: Breaking Creative Boundaries and Building Momentum
Educational High Point Theatre (located in the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
They did it their way. Don’t miss this insightful conversation between designers Jeremiah Brent, Noz Nozawa, Mikel Welch, Brian Paquette, Ashley Montgomery, and host Dennis Scully about building a business by taking roads less traveled. Doors open at 2:30pm. Presented by High Point Market Authority. Sponsored by Loloi.
Speakers: Ashley Montgomery, Noz Nozawa, Mikel Welch, Brian Paquette, Dennis Scully, Jeremiah Brent
Sister Sledge Live at Center Stage
Social Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join us at Center Stage on Saturday, April 26, for the High Point Market Authority's presentation of musical guests Sister Sledge. Over the decades, the Grammy-nominated group has boasted a string of gold and platinum hits. Sister Sledge has been a household name since the 1979 hit, “We Are Family.” Gates open at 6:30 pm, with early entry for buyers at 6:15 pm. Enjoy complimentary food & beverages. No admission for those under the age of 15; a valid Spring Market Pass is required for entry. Presented by High Point Market Authority.
WithIt Education Breakfast presented by Myriad Software
Educational The Factory at Congdon Yards, 3rd Floor Neighborhood: North Elm Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join us for breakfast and hear from Dr. Sarah Glova as she demystifies networking and personal branding for professionals at all levels. Attendees will learn how to approach networking with confidence, build authentic relationships, develop their personal brand, and use their connections to drive both personal and professional growth. Tickets include a hot breakfast, program and networking and is open to all Market attendees. Get more information and purchase your tickets at withit.org.
Speakers: Sarah Glova
Hot Spot Tours
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with a guided Hot Spot Tour! Crafted by seasoned Market veterans and 2025 Style Spotters Victoria Holly and Rasheeda Gray, these tours feature two to three showroom stops, providing a 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. Meet at The Point at 9:15 ahead of a 9:30am departure. Check back soon to RSVP.
Speakers: Victoria Holly, Rasheeda Gray
Get the YES and Strengthen Your Design Practice with Neuroaesthetics.
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
The interior design industry has been recently introduced to a science called neuroaesthetics. This discipline of measuring how the mind and nervous system respond to one's environment and art will become mainstream on a global scale in the way people think about their spaces. You will learn the connections that humans have to beauty and what makes someone think, feel, and act a certain way in a room. You’ll gain vocabulary and knowledge to elevate communication with clients to get the yes, what brands support neuroaesthetic and biophilic design, and how to increase profitability in your business using key neuroaesthetic principles. Sponsors: Elan Design, Feizy Rugs, Phillips Collection, Science In Design, Visual Comfort & Co.
Speakers: Eryn Oruncak, Jennifer Farrell, Ericka Saurit
Market-at-Market
Social Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join us for the first-ever Market-at-Market shopping experience organized by the High Point Market Authority. Local craftspeople and vendors will showcase and sell their non-decor related products in a vibrant gift shop setting in the Center Stage arena. Food trucks will also be onsite. Open Saturday through Monday, 10am to 2pm.
Hot Spot Tour
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with a guided Hot Spot Tour! Crafted by seasoned Market veteran Monika Nessbach, this tour features two to three showroom stops showcasing hospitality resources 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. Meet at The Point at 12:45pm ahead of a 1pm departure. Check back soon to RSVP.
Speakers: Monika Nessbach
Marketing your Design Business in the Age of Algorithms
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
While social platforms shift to algorithm-driven content distribution, the media landscape as we once knew it is also adapting to the ever-changing consumption habits of their audiences. This presents a unique challenge to designers seeking to navigate these tools to their maximum potential. Whether you are looking to grow your brand, gain industry recognition, or attract clients, discover how to build "true fan" relationships that thrive independently of these changes. Learn from top design talents and marketing mavens how to create resonant content, discover new revenue streams, develop strategic partnerships, and market your way to industry acclaim - whether implementing strategies on your own or building the right team for your needs.
Speakers: Tina Ramchandani, Rasheeda Gray, Alyssa Zimerman, Ericka Saurit, Jennifer Smiga
KEYNOTE SERIES - From Fashion to Interiors: Leveraging Brand Identity Across Industries
Educational High Point Theatre (located in the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join us for a Keynote featuring Shark Tank's Daymond John. Drawing from his experience in building FUBU into a global lifestyle brand, Daymond John, along with Jaye Anna Mize of Fashion Snoops and Patti Carpenter of carpenter + company, discuss strategies for interior designers to expand their brand identity and explore licensing opportunities in the home industry. Doors open at 2:30pm. Presented by High Point Market Authority in partnership with the Diversity Advocacy Alliance.
Speakers: Daymond John, Jaye Mize, Patti Carpenter
Gabby Barrett Live at Center Stage
Social Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join us at Center Stage on Sunday, April 27, for the High Point Market Authority's presentation of musical guest Gabby Barrett. Performing since age 11, she skyrocketed to country music fame with her 2020 debut single, “I Hope.” She has topped 2.6 billion global streams and became the first artist in country music history with the most first-week debut album streams for “Goldmine.” The record dominated Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart for three weeks and reached platinum for the song “The Good Ones.” Gates open at 6:30 pm, with early entry for buyers at 6:15 pm. Enjoy complimentary food & beverages. No admission for those under the age of 15; a valid Spring Market Pass is required for entry. Presented by High Point Market Authority.
DAA Insider Access Experience
Educational The Commons at Congdon Yards (Red Line Stop 27) Neighborhood: North Elm Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join our Diversity Advocacy Alliance (DAA) in an exclusive opportunity to tap into the business acumen of industry experts during an interactive, 90-minute experience. Kicking off with a panel discussion moderated by Benjamin Johnston you’ll hear from experts Arianne Bellizaire, Michel Smith Boyd & Victoria Sanchez as they share their experiences & insights into building their businesses, lessons learned, crucial moments in their journeys & how they positioned themselves for growth. We will then pivot to a roundtable format for intimate access to these experts & others on specific topics relevant to business owners & operators. Open to those with buyer passes. Pre-registration is required as space is limited.
Speakers: Benjamin Johnston, Victoria Sanchez, Michel Smith Boyd, Arianne Bellizaire
Hot Spot Tour
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with a guided Hot Spot Tour! Crafted by seasoned Market veteran and 2025 Style Spotter Evan Millárd, this tour features two to three showroom stops, providing a 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. Meet at The Point at 9:15am ahead of a 9:30am departure. Check back soon to RSVP.
Speakers: Evan Millárd
Hands-on Workshop: Calculate Your Monthly Goals & Design Process Roadmap
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
No fluff. No theories. Just the real deal. In this interactive workshop, we’ll calculate your monthly expenses, determine your break-even point, and set realistic sales and profit goals specific to your business. These numbers are personalized, not arbitrary. I’ll walk you through the process in under 30 minutes, then help create a design process roadmap for success. You’ll leave with a tailored financial roadmap and the confidence to make data-driven decisions that fuel your growth. This isn’t theory—it’s practical, hands-on, and designed to help you take control of your financial future and set clear, informed sales goals.
Speakers: DuVäl Reynolds
Market-at-Market
Social Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join us for the first-ever Market-at-Market shopping experience organized by the High Point Market Authority. Local craftspeople and vendors will showcase and sell their non-decor related products in a vibrant gift shop setting in the Center Stage arena. Food trucks will also be onsite. Open Saturday through Monday, 10am to 2pm.
Hot Spot Tour
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Discover some of the must-see showrooms at High Point Market with a guided Hot Spot Tour! Crafted by seasoned Market veteran Windsor Dalton, this tour features two to three showroom stops showcasing a variety of styles 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. Meet at The Point at 12:45pm ahead of a 1pm departure. Check back soon to RSVP.
Speakers: Windsor Dalton
Emerging Trends in Kitchen and Bath Design
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Commerce Concourse Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join NKBA’s SVP of Marketing and Communications, Heather Shannon, as she interviews designers from across North America about the emerging trends that they are seeing in kitchen and bath design. Listen to the experts discuss how K&B design extends beyond the kitchen and the bath and can be incorporated into the flow and design of the entire home. Sponsored by NKBA
Speakers: Heather Shannon
WithIt High Point Market Networking Event
Social Love Home Fabrics, Market Square – 414, Floor 4 Neighborhood: Market Square and Elm Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Love Home Fabrics hosts WithIt women to network during High Point Market. Guests are welcome – come learn about WithIt and how this organization supports women in their careers. RSVP at withit.org.
Textile Trends Unveiled: Fall/Winter 25/26
Educational The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal) Neighborhood: Downtown Main Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Dive into the future of textiles with Jaye Mize, Vice President of Advisory + Partnerships at Fashion Snoops, and Carrie Dillon, Managing Director of the International Textile Alliance. This engaging discussion will explore the pivotal trends shaping Fall/Winter 25/26, offering valuable insights into emerging consumer preferences and design directions. Perfect for industry professionals and creatives, this session will equip attendees with the knowledge to stay ahead in an ever-evolving marketplace.
Speakers: Jaye Mize, Carrie Dillon