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The Point pop-up venue will once again offer education and networking opportunities for High Point Market guests.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces its Spring Market lineup for educational programming and networking events at The Point on Commerce Ave., starting Saturday, April 25, through Tuesday, April 28.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SATURDAY, APRIL 25<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2:00 \u2013 3:00 PM\u00a0 Digitizing the Interior Design Industry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn how the Imagine Home platform streamlines projects and creates new opportunities at the intersection of design and commerce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guest speakers: Patti Carpenter, Staci Lantz, Jeremy Kamiya<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sponsored by Imagine Home<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SUNDAY, APRIL 26<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

10:00 \u2013 11:00 AM Profit thru Partnership: Make Builders & Architects Your #1 Referral Source<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn strategies, systems, and relationship-first approaches to generate predictable revenue and elevate your authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guest speakers: Melissa Galt, Daly Gentry<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sponsored by Melissa Galt, Inc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2:00\u2013 3:00 PM AI and the Ultimate Luxury: Discernment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn how to integrate AI thoughtfully to enhance creativity while protecting authorship and creative identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guest speakers: Jeanne Chung, Christopher Grubb, Pamela McNally<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sponsored by Houzz<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MONDAY, APRIL 27<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

10:00 \u2013 11:00 AM Ditch the Templates: The Back of Your House Needs a Winning Team<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn how to build brand identity, online presence, partnerships, and community with the Vacation Rental Designers Collective (VRDC) team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guest speakers: Ericka Saurit, Jen Smiga, Jane Dagmi, Jim Knutt, Jessica Duce<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sponsored by JDuce Design<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2:00 \u2013 3:00 PM Style Spotters Trend Panel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discuss the trends, styles, materials, and colors shaping home furnishings at Spring Market with the 2026 Style Spotters. Moderated by Gary Inman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guest speakers: Rhobin DelaCruz, Juliana Ewer, Amber Guyton, Isabel Ladd, Gary Inman<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TUESDAY, APRIL 28<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

10:00 \u2013 11:00 AM The Future of Fabric: Home Textile Trends for Fall\/Winter 26\/27<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn about the insights guiding product development and creative decisions across the home textile industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guest speakers: Carrie Dillon, Jaye Mize<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conveniently located one block west of the Transportation Terminal on Commerce Avenue, The Point is open to registered Market guests Friday\u2013Tuesday, 8am to 8pm; and Wednesday, 8am to noon. Panel discussions are scheduled daily at 10am and 2pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to programming, The Point offers a lounge, eatery, and a guest services center. Market Advisors are available to assist with navigation around the 13-city block showroom area and more. Food vendor The Blooming Board will offer fresh salads, sandwiches, and charcuterie daily Friday through Tuesday from 11am\u20132pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interior design is by Jessica Duce of JDuce Design. Furnishings in The Point are sourced from High Point Market exhibitors and partners, including Adesso, Benjamin Moore, Brown Jordan, Crystorama, LH Home, Made Goods, Revolution Fabrics, Splashworks, and Zuo Modern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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