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Surya Sets High Point Events
April 9,
2013 by in UnCategorized 
By Home Furnishings Business in Special Events on April 10, 2013
Rug and home accessories vendor Surya has set its schedule of showroom events for the upcoming High Point Furniture Market.
This year's theme, "Be Inspired," will be explored through a series of design events and training, as well as themed merchandising displays spotlighting the latest colorful trends.
Surya continues to raise the bar when it comes to delivering the best showroom experience. This market, we have our strongest line up of events that are both, inspiring and informational. Were striving to create an environment where market visitors can preview the newest products while strengthening their product and merchandising knowledge in the company of like-minded peers, said Surya President Satya Tiwari. Our goal is for all visitors to go back home with relevant information that will make them successful in accessory sales.
All visitors are invited to stop by the Surya showroom, Showplace 4100 throughout Market for several events.
On Saturday, April 20, at 1:30 p.m., at "Solving Your Design Challenges: A Conversation with Candice Olson," interior designer and HGTV host of "Divine Design" and "Candice Tells All" Candice Olson will answer questions about the design and merchandising challenges market visitors face. High Point attendees are invited to RSVP for the event and submit their questions by registering here(http://surya.com/market-registration/). The top 10 questions will be selected prior to the event. Everyone who submitted a chosen question will be invited to speak with Candice at an earlier event and will receive a copy of her latest book, Favorite Design Challenges.
On Sunday, April 21, at 4 p.m., during "Apartment Therapy: 5 Inspirations for Small Spaces", author and Apartment Therapy founder Maxwell Ryan will share tips for creating impactful rooms where space is a key concern. The first 25 guests will receive autographed copies of his best-selling book, Big Book of Cool, Small Spaces.
On Monday, April 22, at 2 p.m., "Retailer Tactics for Maximizing Accessory Sales" will feature A panel of leading retailers from across the country discussing their views on the home accessory category and share strategies for building a profitable accessory program. Key areas of emphasis will include merchandising, promotion and cross-sell tactics using the Surya toolkit of support materials. Panelists include: Ron Werner, president of HW Home, and NHFA 2013 Retailer of the Year; Matt Huber, vice president of merchandising, Belfort Furniture, NHFA 2012 Retailer of the Year; and Elisa Watson, accessory buyer at Hill Country Holdings (Ashley Furniture).