Mission — The Pacific Design Center fosters innovation and collaboration in interior design, providing luxury showrooms, events, and industry-leading resources to empower creatives in shaping extraordinary spaces.

Other Considerations

• Situated in West Hollywood's commercial district, surrounded by residential neighborhoods.
• Recognized as an architectural landmark, though opinions vary among locals.

Program Areas

• Interior Design
• Architecture
• Furniture & Home Furnishings
• Arts & Culture
• Entertainment & Media
• Fashion
• Technology

Owners

• Cohen Brothers Realty Corporation (Charles S. Cohen)

Key Employees

• Jeff Sampson – Vice President of Marketing
• Cory Pernicano – Director of Design
• Jean Costello – Manager
• Jenise Yagle – Sales Manager, D Specifications

Website & Contact Information

• pacificdesigncenter.com
• E: info@pacificdesigncenter.com
• P: (310) 657-0800

Mission — To inspire the art of commerce.

Other Considerations

• Located near downtown Dallas, adjacent to the Dallas Design District.
• Recognized as a leading wholesale marketplace in North America, attracting nearly 200,000 customers from all 50 states and 85 countries annually.
• Hosts major trade events, including the Total Home & Gift Market and Lightovation: Dallas International Lighting Show

Program Areas

• Home Décor
• Furniture
• Gifts
• Lighting
• Apparel & Fashion Accessories
• Floral & Seasonal Products
• Housewares
• Jewelry
• Toys
• Rugs & Textiles

Owners

• Crow Holdings

Key Employees

• Cindy Morris – President & CEO
• Karen Ryder – Chief Operating Officer
• Cherie Marcum – Executive Vice President, Finance
• Eva Walsh – Executive Vice President, Leasing
• Marie Quinn – Senior Director, Temps
• Patty Price – Vice President, Leasing for Lighting

Website & Contact Information

• dallasmarketcenter.com
• P: (214) 655-6100
• P: (214) 744-7444

Mission — The Mart is a hub for design, commerce, and innovation, serving as a central location for the design community, retailers, and various businesses.

Other Considerations

• Located in Downtown Chicago
• The building is LEED Gold Certified

Program Areas

• Interior Design
• Architecture
• Furniture & Home Furnishings
• Technology & Innovation
• Retail & Showroom
• Events & Exhibitions

Owners

• Vornado Realty Trust

Key Employees

• Byron Morton – Vice President, Co-Head of Leasing
• Cary O’Malley – Director of Leasing
• Tracy Szafarz – Managing Director of Leasing

Website & Contact Information

• themart.com
• P: (312) 527-7600
• E: info@themart.com

Mission — To serve as the premier West Coast wholesale marketplace, connecting furniture, home décor, and gift buyers and sellers.

Other Considerations

• Located in downtown Las Vegas

Program Areas

• Furniture
• Home Décor
• Gifts
• Lighting
• Mattresses & Bedding
• Rugs & Floor Coverings
• Kitchen & Bath
• Seasonal & Holiday
• Lifestyle & Wellness
• Hospitality

Owners

• ANDMORE

Key Employees

• Philip McKay – Senior Vice President
• Jim Donofrio – Vice President of Construction
• Michael Leyba – Retail Relations
• Barbara Ybarra – Gourmet Head
• Diane Caldwell – Manager, Leasing
• Elizabeth Moss – Director of Leasing - Tradeshows
• Tammi Rozar – Sales & Marketing

Website & Contact Information

• lasvegasmarket.com
• P: (702) 599-9621
• E: info@lasvegasmarket.com

Mission — Serves as a global platform for the home furnishings industry, introducing the latest styles, trends, and products. It facilitates meaningful connections among professionals, fostering innovation and growth.

Other Considerations

• High Point Market is the largest home furnishings industry trade show globally, encompassing over 11 million square feet of showroom space and attracting 70,000–80,000 attendees
• The event is trade-only, with access restricted to industry professionals
• The downtown area is transformed during Market weeks, with extensive shuttle services and temporary infrastructure to accommodate attendees.

Program Areas

• Home Furnishings
• Interior Design
• Furniture Manufacturing
• Textiles
• Lighting
• Decorative Accessories
• Retail & Wholesale Trade
• Logistics & Supply Chain
• Arts & Design

Owners

• International Market Centers

Key Employees

• Tammy Covington – President & CEO
• Ashley Grigg – VP of Strategic Growth/Partnerships
• Ben Muller – VP of Marketing/Communications
• Terry Venable – VP of Operations/Finance
• Stephanie Jonas – Director of Exhibitor/Sponsor Engagement
• Patty Russo – Director of Registration/Support Services

Website & Contact Information

• highpointmarket.org
• E: info@highpointmarket.org
• P: (336) 869-1000
• P: (800) 874-6492

Mission — Serves as a premier global marketplace for the home and hospitality furnishings industry, facilitating connections between domestic and international buyers and sellers.

Other Considerations

• Located in downtown Las Vegas

Program Areas

• Furniture
• Home Décor
• Gifts
• Lighting
• Rugs & Textiles
• Mattresses & Bedding
• Kitchen & Bath
• Seasonal & Holiday
• Hospitality Furnishings

Owners

• International Market Centers

Key Employees

• Robert J. Maricich – Chairman & CEO
• Dorothy Belshaw – President
• Jon Pertchik – Chief Executive Officer
• Marie Knight – Chief Marketing Officer
• Karen Olson – Executive Vice President, Marketing
• Scott Eckman – Executive Vice President, Chief Revenue Officer

Website & Contact Information

• wmclv.com
• P: (702) 599-9621

Mission — Serves as a premier wholesale marketplace, connecting buyers and sellers across various industries through its extensive array of markets and showrooms.

Other Considerations

• Located in the heart of downtown Atlanta

Program Areas

• Gifts
• Home Accents
• Décor
• Tabletop
• Gourmet
• Rugs
• Apparel
• Lifestyle Products

Owners

• ANDMORE

Key Employees

• Jon Pertchik – Chief Executive Officer
• Dorothy Belshaw – President
• Jeff Portman – President & COO
• Kim Adams – Chief Quality Officer
• Karin Keeling – Sales Manager/Leasing

Website & Contact Information

• americasmart.com
• E: npowell@andmore.com
• P: (404) 220-3000

Mission — A premier wholesale showroom destination, connecting buyers and sellers across various industries through its extensive array of markets and showrooms.

Other Considerations

Program Areas

• Home Textiles
• Decorative Accessories
• Home Furnishings
• Architectural Products
• Art
• Fine Gifts
• Tabletop
• Bed and Bath Linens
• Kitchen
• Furniture
• Window Treatments
• Stationery
• Personal Care
• Loungewear
• Gourmet
• Collectibles
• Holiday
• Toys, Dolls, and Plush
• General Merchandise

Owners

• GFP Real Estate

Key Employees

• Melecio Quitlong III – CCTV Operator
• Jonathon Melhado – Event Specialist

Website & Contact Information

• 230fifthave.com
• P: (212) 689-4721

Mission — NYDC is transforming and enhancing both living and working environments, serving as a resource for fine furnishings and a destination for designers worldwide.

Other Considerations

Program Areas

• Interior Design
• Residential & Contract Furniture
• Architectural Products
• Lighting
• Floor Coverings
• Wall Coverings
• Kitchen & Bath
• Antiques & Vintage
• Decorative Accessories
• Textiles

Owners

• The Druckman Family

Key Employees

• James P. Druckman – President & CEO
• John Druckman – Managing Director
• Alix Lerman – Chief Marketing Officer
• Caitlin Bauer – Assistant to the President

Website & Contact Information

• nydc.com
• E: info@nydc.com
• P: (212) 679-9500

Mission — To serve as a wholesale market hub for furniture, home décor, and lifestyle products, while fostering a creative business environment.

Other Considerations

• Located in downtown Los Angeles
• Hosts biannual markets

Program Areas

• Furniture
• Home Décor
• Gifts
• Lighting
• Lifestyle Products
• Wholesale
• Retail
• Interior Design
• Events & Exhibitions
• Arts & Culture

Owners

• PHR LA Mart LLC.

Key Employees

• Arlene Marquez Ezrol – Leasing Director at The REEF LA
• Mike Agakhanyan – Facilities Operations Manager
• Alyssa Perez – Administrative and Operations Specialist
• Pam Kennedy – Operations Assistant
• Julia Larson – LA Mart Market Events Manager

Website & Contact Information

• lamart.com
• E: info@lamart.com
• P: (800) 526-2784

Mission — To serve as a central wholesale marketplace for the Upper Midwest, providing a space for buyers and sellers in the home décor, gifts, and lifestyle industries to connect

Other Considerations

• Hosts six major markets annually

Program Areas

• Home Décor
• Gifts
• Apparel
• Accessories
• Lifestyle Products
• Wholesale
• Retail
• Interior Design
• Events & Exhibitions

Owners

• Talon Real Estate Holding Corp.

Key Employees

• Kate Jenson – Board Member
• John Kripotos – Secretary
• David Manderson – Director
• Dan Ferguson – Director

Website & Contact Information

• mplsmart.com
• P: (952) 932 7200

Mission — To serve as New England's premier resource for design professionals, offering an extensive selection of luxury product lines in various design categories.

Other Considerations

• Located in Boston’s Seaport District

Program Areas

• Interior Design
• Furniture
• Lighting
• Textiles
• Wall & Floor Coverings
• Kitchen & Bath Components
• Fine Art
• Antiques
• Contract Services
• Wholesale
• Retail
• Events & Exhibitions

Owners

• Jamestown and Related Beal

Key Employees

• Zack Zotos – Managing Director at Boston Design LLC
• Alexis Contant – Vice President
• Doug Asano – Director of Marketing
• Linda Piecuch – Executive Assistant

Website & Contact Information

• bostondesign.com
• P: (617) 951-5005
• E: info@bostondesign.com

Mission — A hub for international trade by providing business development services, fostering collaboration between entrepreneurs, and supporting global trade initiatives through its various facilities and resources.

Program Areas

• International Trade
• Business Development
• Import/Export
• Logistics
• Technology & Innovation
• Manufacturing

Other Considerations

• Located in the heart of Montreal’s downtown business district

Owners

• Government of Quebec

Key Employees

• Jean-Sebastien Lemoine – President & CEO
• Michel Gaudreau – COO
• Richard Tanguay – Director, Business Development

Website & Contact Information

• citim.org
• P: +1 (514) 861-2442
• E: info@citim.qc.ca

Mission — To provide a venue for conventions, trade shows, and consumer events, contributing to the economic development of British Columbia by attracting international visitors and fostering business growth.

Program Areas

• Conventions
• Trade Shows
• Consumer Events
• Meetings
• Special Events

Other Considerations

• Located on the waterfront
• LEED Platinum certified

Owners

• BC Pavilion Corporation

Key Employees

• Craig Lehto – General Manager
• Brian Oliver – Director, Business Development
• Michelle Leroux – Director of Sales
• Paul Hunter – Chief Engineer

Website & Contact Information

• vancouverconventioncentre.com
• P: +1 (604) 689-8232
• E: info@vancouverconventioncentre.com

Mission — To facilitate valuable meetings between people from around the world, creating a sustainable environment.

Program Areas

• Exhibitions & Trade Shows
• Conferences & Conventions
• Event Management
• Hospitality
• Transportation & Mobility
• Technology & Innovation
• Sustainability
• Urban Development

Other Considerations

• Located near the Amsterdam Zuid business district
• Located next to the World Trade Center

Owners

• RAI Association (75%), City of Amsterdam (25%)

Key Employees

• Paul Riemens – CEO
• Maurits van der Sluis – COO
• Annette Bos – Director Markets
• Diddy Durant – Director Business Development
• Bart van der Heijden – Director Events
• Stephanie Mathas – MVO Manager

Website & Contact Information

• rai.nl
• P: +31 20 549 1212
• E: info@rai.nl

Mission — To serve as the most important international platform and hotspot for industrial transformation, showcasing excellent innovations and unique products.

Program Areas

• Industrial Automation
• Digitalization
• Energy & Environmental Technologies
• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Supply Chain & Logistics
• Smart Manufacturing
• Sustainability & Green Technologies

Other Considerations

• Held at Hannover Exhibition Center

Owners

• Deutsche Messe AG

Key Employees

• Dr. Jochen Köckler – Chairman of the Managing Board
• Andrea Aulkemeyer – COO
• Annika Klar – Senior VP, New & Global Business Development
• Christian Pfeiffer – Senior VP, Sales

Website & Contact Information

• hannovermesse.de
• P: +49 (0)511 89-0
• E: info@messe.de

Mission — Maison&Objet's primary goal is to bring together the decoration, design, and lifestyle community, both in person and online, to foster a rich exchange of experiences, expertise, and business opportunities.

Other Considerations

• Held biannually in January and September at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre.

Program Areas

• Interior Decoration
• Furniture
• Home Accessories
• Lighting
• Tableware
• Textiles
• Fragrances
• Children's Products
• Fashion Accessories
• Hospitality & Contract Design

Owners

• Salon International de la Decoration (SAFI)

Key Employees

• Mélanie Leroy – Director, SAFI
• Magali Aubert – Editorial Manager
• Gaston Isoldi Piñeiro – Director, The Americas

Website & Contact Information

• maison-objet.com
• E: serviceclientvisiteurs@safisalons.fr
• P: +33 (0)1 44 29 03 99

Mission — A premier destination for design and decoration. It fosters a unique sense of community, commitment to creative excellence, and specialist expertise.

Other Considerations

• Hosts London Design Week
• Located in a commercial area (easily accessible through public transit)

Program Areas

• Interior Design
• Luxury Home Furnishings
• Textiles
• Lighting
• Wallcoverings
• Flooring
• Kitchens & Bathrooms
• Outdoor Living
• Accessories

Owners

• Terence Cole and Mark Steinberg

Key Employees

• Claire German – CEO
• Georgia O’Brien – Executive Assistant to the CEO
• Simone du Bois – Associate Director, Exhibitions
• Jonathan Abbott – General Manager & Head of Marketing
• Becky Metcalfe – Head of Content
• Rebecca Gleeson – Head of PR

Website & Contact Information

• dcch.co.uk
• E: info@dcch.co.uk
• P: +44 (0)20 7225 9100

Mission — Dubai Design District (d3) is a global creative ecosystem dedicated to design, fashion, architecture, and art.

Other Considerations

• d3 is a free zone development
• d3 is located near Downtown Dubai and Business Bay, offering a blend of commercial and residential spaces.

Program Areas

• Design
• Fashion
• Architecture
• Art
• Media
• Technology
• Retail
• Hospitality
• Education

Owners

• TECOM Group PJSC

Key Employees

• Khadija Al Bastaki – Senior Vice President
• Ammar Al Malik – Executive Vice President, Commercial at TECOM Group
• Qiang Li – CEO of Dubai Design District
• Malak Elàbd – Director of Client Development

Website & Contact Information

• dubaidesigndistrict.com
• E: info@d3.ae
• P: +971 4 312 9999

Mission — To transform the northern area of São Paulo into a hub for fairs and congresses, providing a versatile and modern space for various events.

Other Considerations

Program Areas

• Trade Shows
• Conventions
• Corporate Events
• Exhibitions
• Conferences
• Entertainment Events
• Corporate Training
• Product Launches
• Networking Events
• Cultural Events
• Workshops

Owners

• Grupo Baumgart

Key Employees

• Paulo Ventura – Director Superintendent
• Karin Baumgart – Manager
• Bruna Colber – Events & Facilities Manager

Website & Contact Information

• expocenternorte.com.br
• P: +55 11 2224-5959
• E: contato@expocenternorte.com.br