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High Point Market Edition Volume 87 - October 2017 Thank you to our Generous Sponsors:
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SFC Open Membership Meeting ALL are Welcome!! Saturday, October 14 | 8:00 am - 9:00 am Location: Showplace, Floor 5
Join SFC for our open membership meeting - ALL are welcome! Get the latest news and updates onSFC initiatives including The "What's it made of?" Initiative, our latest Consumer Research,#GetYourGreenOn winners and more! Further, SFC wants to hear from members -your being part of theconversation is crucial to advancing our work to sustain a healthy future. RSVP Here
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SFC's Currey & Co. Introduces Tala and Kicks off SFC Membership Drive
Friday, October 13 | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Currey Showroom IHFC, M110 210 East Commerce Ave
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Join us as Currey & Company introduces their Currey | Tala LED Light Bulb Program—meet the Tala Team from the UK andlearn more about their beautifully designed and crafted sustainable light bulbs.
A membership drive for Sustainable Furnishings Council will be held during the party. Do the right thing and make sustainabilitya part of your life—we will show you how!
This market you have three opportunities to learnabout SELLINGreen. Susan Inglis, SFC Executive Director and Resident Expert, points out features and teaches you how touse eco-attributes to drive traffic and close sales. Drawing on SFC’s own consumer research, learn toanswer questions most commonly asked by customers, in simple and compelling ways. Get answers tothe most common questions about environmental safety, and empower your sales team to build yourbrand, as well as a healthy future.
SELLINGreen, HTD Style
Sunday, October 15, 2017 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Showroom: 2400 - Showplace, Floor 2
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HTD's line of eco-friendly and award winning provides opportunity for growing your business while it also contributes to theprotection of the planet we share.
Learn how HTD exemplifies the Best Practices we all should strive to implement, and how to tell the story to build your brand.
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SELLINGreen, Widget Home Style
Monday, October 16, 2017 | 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM Union Square E201, High Point, NC 27263
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The Widget Home line provides opportunity for growing your business while it also contributes to the protection of the planet weshare by emphasizing design with recycled and reclaimed materials.
1 ceu IDCEC #CC-103186-1001
SELLINGreen, Southern Furniture Style
Monday, October 16, 2017 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM 205 Model Farm Road - Shuttle transportation provided.
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Southern Furniture Company has been producing premium quality, well priced upholstery for 90 years, and continues to keephandcraft traditions alive right here in North Carolina. See the craftsmen in action in a live showroom demonstration.
1 ceu IDCEC #CC-103186-1001
SFC MEMBER EVENTS AT HIGH POINTMARKETDAILY EVENTS
Location: French Heritage, Inc. Showroom: 1638 English Rd.
French Breakfast at French Heritage When: 7:30am - 10:30am, Fri. Oct. 13 - 18 Gourmet French pastries fresh out of the oven served with all the accouterments by our Le Cordon Bleu trained chef!
Exotic Gourmet Lunch at French Heritage When: 12pm - 2:30pm, Sat. Oct. 14 - 18 "Indulge Your Senses" with our exotic lunch cuisine prepared daily by our Le Cordon Bleu trained chef at French Heritage!
Cocktails, Wine, and Gourmet Hors D'oeuvres at French Heritage When: 4pm - 7pm, Fri. Oct. 13 - 17 Join us for our "Spice of Life" Cocktails, Wine, and Gourmet Hors d'oeuvres served daily and created by our Le Cordon Bleutrained chef!
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Location: Home Furnishings Association Retailer Resource Center- 1st Floor Plaza Suites
HFA Retailer Breakfast When: 7:30am - 9am, Sat. Oct. 14 - 17 Retailers please join us in the HFA Retailer Resource Center for a complimentary breakfast and the best Barista Bar at Market...
HFA Retailer Lunch - Daily When: 11:30am - 1pm, Sat. Oct. 14- 17 All retailers welcome to take a break from shopping and join us in the HFA Resource Center for quick lunch. Sandwiches,Soups, Salads are just some of the items on the menu. We also have made to order coffee drinks from DeBeen Coffee
HFA Retailer Happy Hour – Daily When: 4pm - 6pm, Sat. Oct. 14 -17 Hey, Retailers - the day is done and you need a break! Join us at the HFA Retail Resource Center for our Happy Hour.Complimentary wine and beer with light snacks.
Friday Events - October 13
Phillips Collection Warehouse Open HouseWhen: 8am - 8pm, Fri. Oct. 13 Location: 916 Finch Ave, High Point, NC 27263
Join us on Friday, October 13th for an all-day Open House at our warehouse and headquarters, located just 5 minutes from ourIHFC Showroom of I-85 Business at the Surrett Drive exit. We have 200,000 sq. ft. of the most unique items in the industryready for your perusing :)
We have hundreds of live edge, one of a kind tables and sculptures on display, as well as exciting new Amethyst sculptures fromBrazil. Just punch 916 Finch Ave, High Point, NC 27263 into your GPS and you're on your way!
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SFC's Currey & Co. Introduces Tala and Kicks off SFC Membership DriveWhen: 2pm - 3pm, Fri. Oct. 13 Location: IHFC, M110 on Main Street, Street Level
Join us as Currey & Company introduces their Currey | Tala LED Light Bulb Program—meet the Tala Team from the UK andlearn more about their beautifully designed and crafted sustainable light bulbs. A membership drive for Sustainable Furnishings Council will be held during the party. Do the right thing and make sustainabilitya part of your life—we will show you how!
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Michael Amini | Kathy Ireland Celebration LaunchWhen: 3pm - 5pm, Fri. Oct. 13 Location: IHFC, Commerce, Floor 8 Showroom: C802
Join Michael Amini and Kathy Ireland for the launch of their new Home Design collaboration.
SATURDAY EVENTS - October 14
SFC OPEN Membership MeetingWhen: 8am - 9am, Sat. Oct. 14 Location: Showplace, Floor 5
Join SFC for our open membership meeting - ALL are welcome! Get the latest news and updates on SFC initiatives includingThe "What's it made of?" Initiative, our latest Consumer Research, #GetYourGreenOn winners and more! Further, SFC wants tohear from members -your being part of the conversation is crucial to advancing our work to sustain a healthy future. RSVP Here
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Visual and Voice Search Are Revolutionizing Product Discovery
When: 9am - 10am, Sat. Oct. 14 Location: Home Furnishings Association Retailer Resource Center 1st Floor Plaza Suites
Richard Sexton, Chief Product Officer, MicroD Smarter, Faster, Easier—the three pillars of technology evolution. With the popularity of Siri, Alexa, Google Now, Cortana andthe accessibility of smartphone and tablet cameras, the way consumers use online search is changing. Voice-activated devicesand visual shopping are leading the search revolution and demand new methods in website optimization. Join Richard Sexton,chief product officer at MicroD, as he summarizes how voice and visual search work, what companies are doing to stay relevant,and why it matters! Learn about the impact these features have on how shoppers are searching your merchandise anddiscovering their next purchase.
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Hollywood To High Point at French HeritageWhen: 11:30am - 1pm, Sat. Oct. 14 Location: French Heritage, Inc. Showroom: 1638 English Rd. (Main)
A Facet Collection luncheon at French Heritage. Join a lively discussion with Steelyard's Jane Dagmi and Designer MichelleWorkman followed by gourmet lunch! Discussion starts at 11:30 followed by lunch 12-1.
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HFA's Next Generation Now Lunch with LeadersWhen: 11:30am - 1pm, Sat. Oct. 14 Location: Home Furnishings Association Retailer Resource Center- 1st Floor Plaza Suites
Home Furnishings Association's Next Generation Now Group will be hosting an intimate mentoring session with two Industryicons, Jeff Child, R.C.Willey, and Jake Jabs, American Furniture Warehouse. Lunch with Leaders gives young professionals(under 40) the opportunity to have some one-on-one time with leaders and influencers of our industry. These top industryexecutives open their busy market schedules and attendees will have quality face time to receive invaluable advice and getfeedback on your ideas. To register visit, www.my_hfa.org/nextgenerationnow/nextgenerationnowevents/HighPoint Market.Limited seating, available to retailers only.
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Pooch Pop Up - presented by Crypton Home at UniversalWhen: 1pm - 4pm, Sat. Oct. 14 Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Showroom: 101 S. Hamilton St. (Formerly Hamilton Square)
A peaceful pack of comfort dogs and their human friends will be on hand at the CRYPTON POOCH POP UP to meet and greetweary Market-goers in The Steelyard Designer’s Lounge at Universal Furniture. No RSVP necessary.
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Leather and Lace Cookie TourWhen: 2pm - 4pm, Sat. Oct. 14 Location: Nathan Anthony Furniture Mfg IHFC, Commerce, Floor 1 InterHall Showroom: IH411
Tour the custom upholstery brand's new signature leather applications and enjoy handcrafted treats with Tina Nicole, leaddesigner and co-founder of Los Angeles-based manufacturer Nathan Anthony.
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The Guide to Area Rugs
When: 2pm - 3pm, Sat. Oct 14 Location: Showplace, Floor 4
Surya's first-ever CEU course will survey uses of area rugs throughout the globe and history: from thousands of years ago totoday. The demonstration of materials, fabrication and application practices will enhance participants' fundamental knowledge ofarea rugs to provide the best possible design solution for clients.
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TrendWatch: Fall 2017When: 3:30pm - 4:30pm, Sat. Oct. 14 Location: Suites at Market Square Seminar Room (SAMS T-1014)
IMC's popular TrendWatch program returns to High Point Market this fall with an inside look at leading trends shaping the homefurnishings industry. TrendWatch, both an opening-day seminar and three on-site trend displays, is directed by home furnishingstrend forecaster, editor and curator Julie Smith Vincenti of Nine Muses Media. Look for the three TrendWatch displays as youshop IMC properties: Suites at Market Square Lobby, IHFC Green Lobby and the walkway between IHFC and Showplace nearthe Transportation Terminal. Sponsored by IMC-DesignOnHPMkt. (0.1 CEU)
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Phillips Collection Meatballs & Moonshine Industry MixerWhen: 4pm - 8pm, Sat. Oct. 14 Location: IHFC, Commerce, Floor 2, Showroom C202
Join us for Meatballs and Moonshine at our semi annual High Point Market kickoff party. Saturday, October 14th from 4 to 8pmfor our famous Potato Martini Party at IHFC C202!
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“Redesign All Day with Rugs and Rose” - Libby Langdon for KAS Launch Party
When: 4pm - 6pm, Sat. Oct. 14 Location: IHFC, Green, Floor 2, Showroom: G270
Celebrate with us as we launch the Libby Langdon rug and pillow line! Libby Langdon is an interior designer, author andtelevision personality who KAS is thrilled to partner with! There will be food, drinks, music and fun- you won't want to miss it!
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HFA's Next Generation Now Showroom CrawlWhen: 5pm - 8pm, Sat. Oct. 14 Location: Home Furnishings Association Retailer Resource Center- 1st Floor Plaza Suites
Join the HFA's Next Generation Now group at High Point Market for a showroom party crawl. This is a great way to network withyour fellow young professionals, see different showrooms, and, most importantly, have fun!
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SUNDAY EVENTS - October 15
SELLINGreen, HTD StyleWhen: 10am - 11am, Sun. Oct. 15 Location: Showroom: 2400 - Showplace, Floor 2
HTD's line of eco-friendly and award winning provides opportunity for growing your business while it also contributes to theprotection of the planet we share. Susan Inglis, SFC Executive Director and resident expert, points out features and teaches youhow to use eco-attributes to drive traffic and close sales. Drawing on SFC’s own consumer research, learn to answer questionsmost commonly asked by customers, in simple and compelling ways. Get answers to the most common questions aboutenvironmental safety, and empower your sales team to build your brand, as well as a healthy future. Learn how HTD exemplifies the Best Practices we all should strive to implement, and how to tell the story to build your brand.
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Sunday Brunch & Mimosas with Robin Baron and ASPIRE DESIGN & HOMEWhen: 11am - 1pm, Sun. Oct. 15 Location: Suites At Market Square, Ground Salon Showroom: G-6000A
Join celebrity interior designer Robin Baron and toast the launch of her new home furnishings collections, Sunday Brunch,October 15th, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Sponsored by ASPIRE DESIGN & HOME magazine. RSVP to [email protected]
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Brunch with Barry Dixon at ArteriorsWhen: 11am - 2pm, Sun. Oct. 15 Building: IHFC, Hamilton, Floor 3 Showroom: H320
Join Mark Moussa, Founder & Creative Director of Arteriors, with interior designer Barry Dixon for a brunch celebrating thelaunch of the latest collection by Barry Dixon. Enjoy craft cocktails and canapés as you explore the latest statement-makinglighting, furniture, wall décor and accessories.
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The Genesis of a Licensed Collection: The Process of Bringing a Designer Line to Market
When: 12:30pm - 2pm, Sun. Oct. 15 Location: IHFC, Green, Floor 2, Showroom: G270
Join Libby Langdon, interior designer, television personality, and author as she shares her journey creating and launching herlicensed home furnishings collections. From finding the right partner and product inspiration to translating her designs and thepromotion of the final product, Libby breaks down her process from start to finish. Libby also offers strategies on defining andraising your business brand awareness, identifying potential licensing opportunities and broadening outreach. We hope you canjoin us for this informative, fast-paced, and motivational presentation. A light lunch will be served. Immediately following, Libbywill walk attendees through her brand-new collections for KAS Rugs. RSVP to [email protected]
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Pooch Pop-Up Presented by Crypton Home and Universal FurnitureWhen: 1pm - 4pm, Sun. Oct. 15 Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Showroom: 101 S. Hamilton St. (Formerly Hamilton Square)
A peaceful pack of comfort dogs and their human friends will be on hand at the CRYPTON POOCH POP UP to meet and greetweary Market-goers in The Steelyard Designer’s Lounge at Universal Furniture. No RSVP needed.
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Get Painted with Jaipur LivingWhen: 3pm - 5pm, Sun. Oct. 15 Location: Showplace, Floor 3 Showroom: 3300
Come enjoy a natural escape from the chaos of High Point Market. Get India-chic with Henna and cocktails along with a tour ofJaipur Living's Eco-Friendly products in our showroom.
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Decorating Den: Trending Interior Design Business PracticesWhen: 3:30pm - 4:30pm, Sun. Oct. 15 Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Showroom: 101 S. Hamilton St. (Formerly Hamilton Square)
Join the conversation with Decorating Den and Traditional Home magazine. Led by Jill Waage, editor in chief of TraditionalHome magazine, and accompanied by designers Barry Dixon and Lynne Lawson plus trend forecaster Jaye Anna Mize ofFashion Snoops. A Traditional Home book signing and cocktail party immediately following.
RSVP – www.UniversalFurniture.com/DecoratingDen
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Phillips Collection Potato Martini PartyWhen: 4pm - 8pm, Sun. Oct. 15 Location: IHFC, Commerce, Floor 2, Showroom: C202
Come join us on Sunday, October 15th from 4 to 8pm for our famous Potato Martini Party at IHFC C202!
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American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Induction DinnerWhen: 5:30pm - 10pm, Sun. Oct. 15 Location: Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons
Four industry leaders will be inducted. Joining the current 108 members of the Hall of Fame are Donald H. Flanders,Sr., founder and chairman of Lloyd Flanders, Inc.; Vladimir Kagan, contemporary furniture designer; Samuel Kuo, cofounderand chairman of Samson Holding Ltd.; and Bernard D. Moray, chairman of Gorman’s Home Furnishings & Interior Design.
The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. is an international, industry-wide organization founded topreserve the history of the home furnishings industry and to celebrate exceptional individuals who have made extraordinarycontributions to the U.S. home furnishings industry. Each fall, individuals whose leadership and outstanding achievements havecontributed to the innovation and development of the industry are inducted into the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame,the industry’s highest honor. Purchase tickets at www.aspiretolead2017.com. Cocktail Reception at 5:30 p.m. Dinner at 6:30p.m. Post Party at 9:00 p.m.
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S.I.A. Karaoke at French HeritageWhen: 7:30pm - 11pm, Sun. Oct. 15 Location: French Heritage, Inc. Showroom 1638 English Rd. (Main)
Ron Woodson & Jamie Rummerfield are singing their way to the French Heritage showroom for the Save Iconic ArchitectureKaraoke Party. Ticket Price of $65 will include delectable dinner and libations, with proceeds going to S.I.A. to help the missionof championing the fight to preserve significant architecture as art. www.siaprojects.org.
MONDAY EVENTS - October 16
SELLINGreen, Widget Home StyleWhen: 11am - 12:30pm, Mon. Oct. 16 Location: Union Square, E201
The Widget Home line provides opportunity for growing your business while it also contributes to the protection of the planet weshare by emphasizing design with recycled and reclaimed materials. Susan Inglis, SFC Executive Director and Resident Expert,points out features and teaches you how to use eco-attributes to drive traffic and close sales. Drawing on SFC’s own consumerresearch, learn to answer questions most commonly asked by customers, in simple and compelling ways. Get answers to themost common questions about environmental safety, and empower your sales team to build your brand, as well as a healthyfuture.
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Meet & Greet Book Signings with Libby Langdon, Bonnie Mackay and Shayla CopasWhen: 11am - 12pm, Mon. Oct. 16 Location: Suites at Market Square Seminar Room (SAMS T-1014)
Following the “Seasonal Design: How to Make Your Season Shine!” presentation, Libby Langdon will be signing copies of herbook “Libby Langdon’s Small Space Solutions”; Bonnie Mackay will be signing copies of her book “Tree of Treasures: A Life inOrnaments” and Shayla Copas will be signing copies of the book “Christmas at Designers' Homes Across America”. Books willbe available for purchase onsite.
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Robin Baron and Steven Favreau: Find Your Voice. Find Your Brand!
When: 1pm - 2pm, Mon. Oct. 16 Location: Suites at Market Square Seminar Room (SAMS 1-1014)
Renowned designers, Robin Baron and Steven Favreau, have defined their careers with comprehensive brands that go beyondthe expected. Their personas are informed by a powerful voice that filters through every aspect of their businesses. Whetherthrough interior design, speaking engagements, television appearances, or manufacturing products, Robin and Steven havecreated a map to their competitive edge. What is YOUR voice? What is YOUR brand? Join Robin Baron and Steven Favreau forthis interactive, fun, and exciting experience that will help you break out of your mold while discovering your unique voice,setting you apart from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Sponsored by IMC-DesignOnHPMkt (0.1 CEU)
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SELLINGreen, Southern Furniture StyleWhen: 3pm - 4pm, Mon. Oct. 16 Location: 205 Model Farm Road High Point, NC 27263
Southern Furniture Company has been producing premium quality, well priced upholstery for 90 years, and continues to keephandcraft traditions alive right here in NC. Susan Inglis, SFC Executive Director and resident expert provides will point outfeatures of the line and teach you how to use eco-attributes to drive traffic and close sales. Drawing on SFC’s consumerresearch, learn to answer questions most commonly asked by customers, in simple and compelling ways, whether you’re sellingupholstery, case goods, accessories or all of these. Get answers to the most common questions about environmental safety,and empower your sales team to build your brand, as well as a healthy future. Shuttle transportation provided. 1 ceu IDCEC103186-1001
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High Tea and Talk featuring Libby LangdonWhen: 3pm - 4pm, Mon. Oct. 16 Location: Spectra Home Showroom, C&D 6th floor, Space 6E
Designer, author and makeover television personality Libby Langdon presents "Courting the Small Space Client: Design Tips forGrowing a Key Demographic. Focused on the rise of small space living and drawing from her experiences on HGTV's "SmallSpace, Big Style" and her book, Libby Langdon's Small Spaces, Libby breaks down who the small space consumer is and thebest way to design for their needs. She also debunks the myth that the small space dweller is only in urban areas, but in everycommunity across the country. In this dynamic and design-tip filled seminar, learn how to tap into the small space client base,which is getting bigger by the minute.
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Phillips Collection Mediterranean Monday PartyWhen: 4pm - 8pm, Mon. Oct. 16 Location: IHFC, Commerce, Floor 2, Showroom: C202
Come join us on Monday, October 16th from 4 to 8pm for our famous Mediterranean Monday Party at IHFC C202!
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I.D.S and LUXE Gram|mes Awards and Cocktail Party @ French Heritage Showroom
When: 6pm - 8pm, Mon. Oct. 16 Location: 1638 English Rd. (Main)
Wrap up your 4-day Interior Design Summit + GRAM|ME Experience with a fabulous cocktail party, awards presentation, andgiveaway!
Address: 1638 English Rd, High Point, NC, 27260 Call For Shuttle: 336.885.2868 or 336.491.6754
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When: 6pm - 9pm, Mon. Oct. 16 Location: IHFC Ballroom (Green Wing, 11th Floor)
Congratulations to Abbyson, American Leather, College of Fine and Applied Arts at Appalachian State University, BDI Furniture,Currey & Company, Phillips Collection, & Selamat Designs!
The Pinnacle Awards is an event created in 1995 by the ASFD board of directors to promote design quality and encourage therecognition of furniture designers within the retail home furnishings industry. Awards winners will be announced from finalistjudged in 17 categories, including student and Green Leaf. This year marks the award's 22nd anniversary. Come, meet andnetwork with the people who are involved daily in the design craft of our industry; Those who put the pen to paper, bringing greatideas to life. Purchase tickets at http://bit.ly/2017PinnacleTickets.
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TUESDAY EVENTS - October 17Style Spotters LIVE!
When: 9am - 10:15am, Tue. Oct. 17 Location: IHFC Ballroom - Green Wing, 11th Floor
Enjoy a complimentary breakfast while our panel of 2017 Style Spotters offer expert insight into the leading looks and on-trendproducts from Fall Market. See what products they "spotted" for their Pinterest boards and also hear what's hot and what's not inthe rapid-fire "Love it or Leave it" segment. As a bonus, meet the up-and-coming Style Spotters as the 2018 team is announcedlive! RSVP at highpointmarket.org. Sponsored by Crypton. After the program concludes, join your favorite Style Spotters duofor a tour of their favorite showrooms. Tours will depart from the ballroom at 10:15am and will last approximately one hour.
Style Spotters Trend ToursWhen: 10:15am - 11:30am, Tue. Oct. 17 Location: Departing from the IHFC Ballroom (Green Wing, 11th Floor)
Immediately following the Style Spotters LIVE! breakfast, join one of your favorite Style Spotters duos on a tour of two of theirmust-see showrooms. Tours will depart from the IHFC ballroom (Green Wing, 11th floor) at 10:15am and will last approximatelyone hour. Sponsored by Crypton.
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Phillips Collection Chili Bar PartyWhen: 4pm - 8pm, Tue. Oct. 17 Locaation: IHFC, Commerce, Floor 2, Showroom: C202
Come join us on Tuesday, October 17th from 4 to 8pm for our famous Chili Bar Party at IHFC C202!
Welcome to the newest SFC Members working to promote healthy environments,inside and outside.
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Hohenstein Institute America, Inc.
The Hohenstein Institute is an accredited test laboratory and research institute. Its work first and foremost involves the testingand certification of textiles. The Hohenstein Institute is a leading global laboratory for testing textiles for harmful substances inaccordance with STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® and the certification of sustainable production facilities according to STeP byOEKO-TEX®.
CUR8 is founded on the principles of meaningful innovation and purposeful consumption – supporting emerging designers andestablished brands who are rethinking design to make a difference. We bring breakthrough products, insightful content, andleading edge technology together in one thoughtfully curated collection.
Milliken & Company
As early as 1900, Milliken was reusing packaging and textile materials in our operations and documented our first recyclingpolicy. By the late 1900's a comprehensive plan to eliminate waste, increase product performance and preserve resources wasdeveloped. By 1960 a more formal environmental policy was established. This stewardship still guides daily choices andinfluences innovations in product design, raw material selection, manufacturing operations and marketing and merchandisingmaterials.
Add your voice to the growing number of home furnishings businesses that have made acorporate commitment to sustainability and transparency.
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MORE about GREENleadersThis popular comprehensive 6-hour exam program provides an excellent grounding in the sustainability issues we all must faceand gives practical advice for growing a home furnishings business with solutions to the problems. Developed in 2009 by aLEED AP, in conjunction with the Sustainable Furnishings Council, the course is now updated with input from experts in the fieldincluding ranking staff of World Wildlife Fund, Rainforest Alliance, and a founder of the USGBC. It provides a comprehensiveoverview, cutting edge advice, and inspirational ideas.
SFC's comprehensive training program provides designers, retailers, manufacturers, reps, and others the knowledge andcredentials to become expert in sustainability. Approved by GBCI for 6 CE hours and registered with IDCEC for .6 HSW CEUs(6 ceu).
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It's Time To Ask!!"What's it made of?"
The "What's it made of?" Initiative (#WHATSITMADEOF) is an ongoing joint program of Sustainable Furnishings Council,American Sustainable Business Council, Center for Environmental Health, Healthy Materials Lab at Parsons School ofDesign, and others to help you ask and find out, "What's it made of?" The purpose is to encourage transparency in oursupply chains and to stimulate innovation to reduce harmful chemical inputs to the manufacture of furnishings. The first step ofparticipating in the initiative is signing The Pledge to ASK, "What's it made of?" whenever you are shopping for furnishingsproducts and materials. The next step is to send your suppliers the Supply Chain Questionnaire. It will help you understandwhat they are providing, and will help them disclose ingredients systematically. This year the initiative focuses on five flameretardant chemicals, fluorinated stain treatments, antimicrobials, vinyl and VOCs including formaldehyde.
Read more about this important ongoing initiative on our website "What's it Made of? Initiative and get started by signing ThePledge to Ask.
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November 8 - 10, 2017
Join SFC, an official partner of this year’s event, at this remarkable week featuring over 200 education sessions, workshops,summits and tours, 800 exhibiting companies and 25,000 professionals from around the globe. Everyone. Everywhere. Everyproject. We are ALL IN.
Join SFC and ASBC in calling for policies that will sustainhealthy environments inside and outside.
SustyBiz 17: Advancing Sustainability in the Trump Era
Let's Tell Government What Business Really Wants
Government often makes bad decisions about climate, infrastructure, health care, taxes, regulations and other priorities becausea few unsustainable mega-influencers insist that’s “what business wants.” ASBC members know better. At SustyBiz17,on October 22-24 in Washington, D.C., you’ll get the tools to tell your representatives what your business really wants fromgovernment to create an economy that works for all.
ASBC’s 6th Annual Sustainable Business Summit bringstogether company leaders, elected officials, think-tanksand media to understand and share best practices andreality-based policy initiatives. Attendees include a widerange of companies: large and small, established andstart-up, publicly traded, privately held and B Corps. All ofthem enrich the dynamic opportunities at SustyBiz17.
The stakes have never been higher, and waiting it out isnot an option. Join us at SustyBiz17 and help us givegovernment the real message of “what business wants.”
Reserve your place at the table today.
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Why you need to start asking "What's it made of?" There are more than 80,000 untested chemicals in use today. Many of the most problematic substances in everyday productsare from six families or “classes” of chemicals. When a compound is from one of these classes, we should ask, “Do we reallyneed this chemical? Is it worth the risk?” The Six Classes Challenge is an innovative project that aims to decrease the use of entire classes of harmful chemicals ineveryday products. Applying this visionary approach, major businesses are already beginning to meet the challenge. This couldlead to a dramatic reduction in cancer and in hormonal, neurological, and reproductive impairments for a healthier world.
SOME SOLVENTS
Solvents are a diverse class of chemicals that are used to dissolve or disperse other substances. Some solvents of concerninclude aromatic hydrocarbon solvents (e.g., toluene, xylene, benzene) and halogenated organic solvents (e.g., methylenechloride, perchloroethylene, trichloroethylene).
Some of these solvents can be found in home furnishings products containing in oil-based paints, adhesives, wood finishes andsealants. Breathing solvent vapors may lead to temporary nervous system symptoms, such as headaches, dizziness, and brainfog. Long-term occupational exposure to some solvents may increase cancer risk. Exposure to high levels of the main solventused in paint strippers (methylene chloride) without adequate ventilation can lead to asphyxiation or death.
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CERTAIN METALS
Mercury, arsenic, cadmium, and lead are elements that occur naturally in the earth’s crust. Mining and smelting, fossil fuelcombustion, industrial processes, and the use and disposal of products containing them have led to widespread environmentalcontamination and human exposure and health harm.
Exposure to mercury, arsenic, cadmium, and lead in the womb or in early childhood can harm brain development, leading tolearning and behavioral problems. In adults, each metal is associated with increased cancer risk. Mercury and arsenic areassociated with adverse effects on the nervous and cardiovascular systems. Cadmium is associated with lung and kidneydamage as well as weakened bones. Lead can cause high blood pressure, miscarriages, stillbirth, infertility, and decreasedkidney and brain function.
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