The High Point Market Authority has announced that Justina Blakeney, founder and creative director of home decor brand Jungalow, will be the keynote speaker on opening day of the Fall 2022 High Point Market.
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The licensor and New York Times bestselling author’s presentation, “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, designer and entrepreneur, will delve into the personal philosophy that guides
her, with highlights from her business journey in product design, licensing and social media. Participants will learn from the designer’s brand-building experience and discover what’s next for the Jungalow and Justina Blakeney lifestyle brands, according to a news release.
“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 chief executive officer 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.”
Blakeney will speak from 3 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 22 at the High Point Theatre near the Transportation Terminal. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m. The High Point Market runs through Oct. 26.
