Justina Blakeney Named Opening Day Keynote Speaker for October High Point Market

Furniture World News Desk on 8/22/2022

The High Point Market Authority announced Justina Blakeney, founder and creative director of home décor brand Jungalow®, as the furnishings tradeshow’s keynote speaker on opening day of the Fall 2022 High Point Market, Saturday, October 22, from 3 to 4pm.

Taking place in the High Point Theatre, the flourishing licensor and New York Times bestselling author’s presentation, entitled “Bring Good Vibes Home: Justina Blakeney talks business, community, and standing out from the crowd,” will be open to all registered High Point Market attendees.

Blakeney, an artist, interior designer, and entrepreneur, will delve into the personal philosophy that guides her, with highlights from a standout business journey in product design, licensing and social media. Participants will identify key takeaways from the designer's brand-building experience, and learn what’s next for the thriving Jungalow and Justina Blakeney lifestyle brands.

“In addition to sourcing new products, our retail buyers and interior designers attend High Point Market to take advantage of educational events during their visit,“ says Tom Conley, president and CEO of the High Point Market Authority. “With Justina Blakeney as a keynote speaker this season, we’re excited to present attendees with a paragon of professional success from within our industry.”

Doors will open at 2:30 pm. Additional keynote event details may be found online at www.highpointmarket.org/keynoteseries.   

About the High Point Market Authority

The High Point Market Authority, www.highpointmarket.org, is the official sponsor and organizer of 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, 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.