High Point Market Authority and M2 Connect Announce Spring International Buyers Tour
High Point Market Authority and M2 Connect, through its Designhounds platform, today announced a new collaborative initiative: the High Point Market International Buyers Tour, created to strengthen global engagement, foster cross-border trade relationships, and provide international design professionals with curated, high-value access to High Point Market.
The International Buyers Tour Program is designed to welcome vetted international interior designers, home furnishings buyers, retailers and industry leaders to High Point Market through a guided, educational, and relationship-driven experience. The program combines curated showroom tours, market orientation, trend and product education, and opportunities for meaningful connection with U.S. manufacturers and brands.
“High Point Market has long been the epicenter of the global home furnishings industry,” said Veronika Miller, CEO of M2 Connect, the parent company and business consultancy behind the Designhounds Influencer Network, “This collaboration allows us to thoughtfully support international buyers by removing barriers to entry, offering context and education, and creating direct pathways for long-term business relationships that benefit both global buyers and High Point Market exhibitors.”
Through this collaboration, the M2 Connect team will work alongside High Point Market Authority to:
- Curate tailored tour experiences for international buyers and trade associations at both 2026 spring and fall High Point Markets
- Provide market education and orientation for first-time and returning international attendees
- Facilitate meaningful introductions between buyers, exhibitors, and industry partners
Amplify global awareness of High Point Market through Designhounds’ international network and media reach
The program builds on M2 Connect’s longstanding work in international trade engagement and Designhounds’ global community of vetted design professionals and industry influencers. Together, the initiative reinforces High Point Market’s role as the definitive business destination where buyers and influencers connect with home furnishings manufacturers and distributors.”
“This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to deepening relationships with international buyers and ensuring awareness of the resources available at High Point Market,” said Tammy Covington, president and CEO of the High Point Market Authority. “This valuable program will be a productive and inspiring experience for all involved. By working with M2 Connect, we are strengthening the bridge between global buyers and the brands that exhibit at Market.”
The High Point Market International Buyers Tour will launch with the Spring 2026 Market, and run April 24-28, with plans to expand participation in future Markets. High Point Market exhibitors, international design firms, or international home furnishings retailers interested in learning more about this tour can email sarah@m2-connect.com.