April 6,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Surya marks its 50th anniversary this year, celebrating five decades of craftsmanship, creativity, and trusted partnerships across the design community. Founded in 1976 by Surya Tiwari, father of current President Satya Tiwari, Surya began as a small, family business grounded in a deep appreciation for craft and an unwavering commitment to serving its customers. Under Satya Tiwari’s leadership, the company grew exponentially into a leading resource for furniture, rugs, textiles, lighting, wall décor, and accessories, serving designers and design-driven retailers with both breadth and curation. Today, the company has evolved into Surya Inc. with a multi-brand portfolio that includes Surya, Global Views and Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, reflecting an expansion across design perspectives and product capabilities. Together the Surya Inc. brands bring breadth across categories, custom capabilities, and defining pieces to support a variety of design projects.
April 6,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
High Point Market Authority (HPMA) names this season’s interior design influencers who will take over its official Instagram page, @highpointmarket, April 25 - 29.
April 6,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Hooker Furnishings is advancing its whole-home strategy with the introduction of Hooker Custom Upholstery, a unified brand that brings together its custom fabric and leather capabilities under a single, consumer-recognized name.
April 6,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Furniture Classics has hired industry veteran Stephanie Mallette for the role of Vice President of Product and Merchandising. She will join the team in High Point for the April Market and play a key role in the future growth and direction of the company.
April 6,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
After 75 years furnishing homes across the area, family-owned and operated Waltman Furniture will close its doors permanently. Owner Frank Waltman will retire following the store’s final liquidation sale that begins April 9. The building is for sale.