HIGH POINT — Merchandise Mart Properties Inc. has hired Julie Messner as director of leasing here, filling an open position.


She is responsible for leasing temporary exhibit space in the Suites at Market Square and Plaza Suites showroom buildings. She reports to Walt Goldsby, vice president of leasing for MMPI’s High Point properties.

For the past nine years, Messner was a sales associate and interior designer at High Point retailer Rose Furniture, selling more than $1 million worth of merchandise each year. She regularly attended High Point markets and purchased more than 140 lines.

“Julie’s extensive experience in the furniture industry as a sales representative, buyer and interior designer makes her an ideal person to help MMPI bring the very best home furnishing resources to High Point,” Goldsby said.