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Tour HPMKT Like An Insider – April 2019

January 18, 2019January 18, 2019
by Jana Platina Phipps

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

We had such an incredible time last October, I’ve been invited back to lead a tour for new attendees and YOU are invited. 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 April 6th, is for you!

Here is what Fall 2018 attendees had to say about our experience:

I loved the tour! Jana was a terrific host and showed us a range of items. I especially appreciated learning about the more artisanal/small producers.

The tour helped me "demystify" High Point Market and see it as a "whole." Jana helped everyone get their bearings and pointed me in a direction for the remaining 2 days I was there that was relevant to me.

I felt that the tour ran at a great pace and we had a good combination of moving, listening, walking, etc. Jana has such a warm and welcoming personality, it was a true pleasure being on her tour.

I loved the tour! Jana was a terrific host and showed us a range of items. I especially appreciated learning about the more artisanal/small producers.

The reception that Jana received from the vendors was priceless. It was surprising to me the positive effect it had on our whole tour. The selection of vendors was pertinent to my business.

I thought the whole day was really well-planned and organized.

Space is limited – deadline is March 15th, so reserve your spot ASAP. There is no cost to you, but you must qualify.

High Point Market Insiders Tour spring 2018

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

Be available to attend High Point Market on Saturday, April 6th, from 8:30am until 6:00pm
Attend a mandatory orientation breakfast April 6th, 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 April 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:

Sarreid Ltd.
Fabricut
Highland House
Windy Oconnor Art
Buzzi Space – Mill Collective
Ngala Trading
Design Legacy
Crypton Home
Southern Furniture
Kim Salmela for Norwalk

We attended the Fearless Design CEU and had gifts awaiting our arrival from our wonderful host showrooms.

Fearless Design Panel moderated by Holly Hollingsworth Phillips with Mally Skok, Julia Buckingham, Jaimie Meares, Alison Mattison, Tavia Forbes and Monet Masters

Photo by Elizabeth Scruggs – Superior Design and Construction

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 curated a HPMKT Insider’s Tours for Spring and Fall 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.

High Point Market Insiders Tour Fall 2018

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
Go Anywhere shuttles take you to outside showrooms
Pile in elevators like a NYC subway

Here’s a speedy visual to give you a real taste of our High Point Market Insider’s Tour last market, take a look >>

If you’d like to see my personal design POV, details are key, my last market trend report is here >> Haute High Point Market Highlights – Fall 2018

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 April High Point Market together #TQxHP here we come!