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Tour HPMKT like an Insider – October 2019

July 27, 2019July 27, 2019
by Jana Platina Phipps

Hello Fringe Friends, come along and let me be your guide on the High Point Market Insider’s Tour October 2019

We had such an incredible time last April, I’ve been invited back to lead a tour for new attendees and YOU are invited. Do you qualify as a buyer and have you not attended High Point Market?Or only been to one market in the last two years? Then this One Day COMPLIMENTARY Tour Saturday October 19th, is for you!

Here is what Spring 2019 attendees had to say about our experience:

It was so helpful. This was my first Market and Jana made the whole experience more approachable.

The day after the Insider Tour I truly had a understanding of how to navigate and made my way through many more showrooms.

Jana was the best!! Such a great person to lead this tour. I am happier for having met her.

The tour prepared me well to navigate market. I was able to get to know the key buildings to visit and how to get around.

I loved meeting other designers and seeing how a pro navigates the area.

Jana is amazing. She is fun and savvy. I would not do it any other way.

To see if you qualify as a buyer, go here>> https://www.highpointmarket.org/register

Space is limited – deadline is Spetember 30th, so reserve your spot ASAP. There is no cost to you, but you must qualify.

In order to qualify for Trim Queen’s HPMKT INSIDER’S TOUR, you must:

Be available to attend High Point Market on Saturday, October 19th, from 8:30am until 6:00pm
Attend a mandatory orientation breakfast 8:30AM-9:30AM at market
Make your own hotel accommodations and travel arrangements to High Point, though High Point Market will provide a concierge to assist you after you have qualified to attend as a Buyer for the Insider’s Tour
Be able to cover a lot of ground, wear comfortable walking shoes
Get ready to have a blast, source new vendors, and make friends

High Point Market Insiders Tour Ocober 2019 — Did you know there are 75,000 attendees each market in 180 buildings with 11.5 million square feet of showroom space? I can help you navigate HPMKT like a seasoned attendee.

Let me introduce you to my favorite sources and the “best of” new introductions, from upholstery, and case goods to accessories.

This is a perfect primer to see different areas of market, including transportation options, educational seminars, networking events, helpful digital tools, and the best refueling and party spots, so when you navigate your next day(s) of market, you’ll be comfortable, confident, and be able to use your your time to maximum capacity. Let me help you reach your market goals.

Showroom highlights from our last tour:

Jill Seale Design
Jill Seale Design
S & D Leather
Dana Gibson
House of Cindy
House of Cindy
Lunch at Norwalk
Norwalk Furniture
Norwalk Furniture
Newport Cottage & Madcap Cottage
Old Hickory Furniture
The Antique and Design Center
Wesley Hall
Universal Furniture

Click below to watch our day!

We also attended the CEU — Where Europe Meets Modern panel discussion at Burton James.

A social event or CEUis always on our agenda.

High Point Market Insiders Tour October 2019 — Where Europe Meets Modern panel at Burton James: Mark Landes, me, Todd Bowles, Jeanne Chung and Lisa Mende

I’ve been happily pounding HPMKT pavement for 20 years

I’ve been working with companies that design and produce products with artisanal details, the real MAKERS of High Point Market. I’ve curated three HPMKT Insider’s Tours since 2018, was on the HPMKT Design Bloggers Tour both Spring & Fall 2017. I’ve been co-chair of the Withit New York Design Tour for ten years, and I customize tours of NYC’s Garment District and am launching Venice Maker Tourism in November.

Simply put, I love connecting the most talented and innovative in our industry, giving people a special, insider introduction that they might never have on their own.

In addition to our showroom visits, I will give you our customized booklet with contact info for each product line, required order minimums, additional not-to-miss showrooms and social media handles so you can cover market with a cheat sheet in hand.

Taking buses, shuttles, and walking to different areas of High Point are all part of the market experience. My tour will help you navigate market on your own like a pro.

Learn to navigate on the RED LINE
On the Steelyard Trolley

If you’d like to see my personal design POV, details are key, my last market trend report is here >> Industry Takeaways and Trends Spring HPMKT

If you have ANY questions, contact me. Please share this opportunity with any buyer you think would benefit from this special, complimentary insider tour thanks to High Point Market and Esteem Media for sponsoring this event.

Dear Fringe Friends, I hope we can tour October High Point Market together #TQxHP here we come!