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The Business of Antiques

Toma Clark Haines
Antiques
Interior Design
Marketing Strategies
Social Media
Covid-19
Digital Marketing
Business Strategy
Antiques Diva
Chelsea On Green
Marketing
Client Relationships
Antiques Business
Social Media Marketing
Antique Dealers
Instagram
Sourcing Tips
Antique Dealer Training Program
Buying and Selling Antiques
Auction House
High Point

I'm Toma Clark Haines, host of The Business of Antiques podcast. I'm on a mission to make antiques sexy, modern and fun... and PROFITABLE!

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In this episode of The Business of Antiques, host Toma Clark Haines, CEO of The Antiques Diva & Co, sits down with Tina Bird, founder of Decorative Garden Antiques, to unpack how she launched a thriving UK garden antiques business as a second act aft... more

In this episode of The Business of Antiques, host Toma Clark Haines, CEO of The Antiques Diva & Co, reconnects with longtime friend and interior designer Steven Favreau for a heartfelt, wide-ranging conversation about creativity, reinvention, and the... more

In this episode of The Business of Antiques, host Toma Clark Haines, CEO of The Antiques Diva & Co, sits down for a candid solo mid-year review of 2026 to share where and where not to buy antiques in Europe right now. After a whirlwind first half of ... more

In this episode of The Business of Antiques, host Toma Clark Haines, CEO of The Antiques Diva & Co, sits down with Zack Taylor, president and co-owner of Wesley Hall, the high-end, 100% North-Carolina-made upholstery house known for its hand-detailed... more

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Recent Guests

Steven Favreau
Incredible interior designer and antiques expert
Real Design Help / Fabulous Factory founder
Episode: From Broadway to the Fabulous Factory: Steven Favreau's Wild Antiques Journey
Zack Taylor
President and co-owner of Wesley Hall, a high-end upholstery maker
Wesley Hall
Episode: Antiques of the Future: Sustainability, Heirloom Furniture & Why Well-Made Lasts
Tamara Stephenson
Founder of Root Cellar Designs, textile designer
Root Cellar Designs
Episode: From Interior Design to Root Cellar Textiles with Tamara Stephenson
Cindy Hodnett
Executive Editor with Bridge Tower Media
Bridge Tower Media
Episode: Inside the Trade Press: How Executive Editor Cindy Hodnett Shapes the Home Furnishings Industry and Why Antique Dealers Should Pay Attention
Lynn Byrne
Antiques writer, Substack author, and social-media consultant
Emerald City Substack / Lynn Byrne NYC
Episode: Consistency, Authenticity & the Untapped Social Media Opportunity for Antique Dealers with Lynn Byrne
Olga Granda
Property and art advisor with a focus on antiques; runs a small Miami space and does European buying tours
Independent entrepreneur; Chianti Clubhouse collaborator
Episode: From Pop-Up Gallery to European Buying Trips: Building a Resilient Antiques Business with Olga Granda
Gábor Újvári
Antique dealer and founder of ArtOrigo
ArtOrigo
Episode: From Budapest to Beverly Hills: How Gábor Újvári Built a Global Antiques Empire
Carrie Eves
Co-founder, co-owner of Tortoise and Hare
Tortoise and Hare Vintage
Episode: Branding, Instagram & Buying Trips: Inside the Antique Business of Tortoise & Hare
Steven Becker
Owner of The Becker Agency, antiques insurance specialist
The Becker Agency
Episode: Antique Dealer Insurance 101: What Every Dealer, Collector & Designer Needs to Know

Host

Toma Clark Haines
Host of The Business of Antiques; The Antiques Diva & Co

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • I’m not an antiques dealer yet…

    But I do own my own textile company and I love all of the terrific marketing and business advice! Thanks Toma!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    La Selva Studio
    United Statesa year ago
  • Empowering!

    I recently became very interested in antiques and The Business of Antiques has unleashed so many possibilities for my future in this industry. All of the episodes are extremely informational and inspiring. I recently had my one hour free consultation with Toma and it has kickstarted my career in antiques! No less than 24 hours after our call, she had helped me network with others in the industry and created a preliminary business plan with me. I couldn’t be more grateful for the inspiration this... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angelahampton
    United States2 years ago
  • Very enjoyable

    I’ve really been enjoying this podcast. As a vintage dealer/designer, I’m in my car for hours each week. This is an inspiring podcast to listen to on my way to source items! It has gotten me so excited to try new ways to grow my business. If you’re in the antiques/vintage world, this is a must-listen!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Newfan17
    United States2 years ago
  • Anyone interested in antiques needs to listen these podcasts!!

    A must listen to for ANYBODY who has a love of antiques and shopping! Toma interviews experts from every aspect of the antiques world. Her guests include established dealers, renowned interior designers, local on-the-ground guides, auction houses, international shippers, restorers, plus the best of the antiques fair promoter and some many others. They all willingly share all kinds tips for success and admit to mistakes they implore you to avoid… Even after 20 years in the business, we signed u... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Somerset and beyond
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing!

    I just discovered this podcast and am loving it! Thank you for bringing together great guests and important content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laubrodie
    United States3 years ago

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The show is praised for featuring top industry guests and real-world stories that inspire newbies and veterans alike.
Listeners praise actionable, business-focused content that blends strategy with practical tips for growing an antiques business.
Prospective guests and sponsors are drawn to the show's luxury-design audience and emphasis on authentic storytelling.

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Antiques of the Future: Sustainability, Heirloom Furniture & Why Well-Made Lasts
Q: Do you have a favorite antique style?
The guest expresses a preference for Swedish Rococo due to its combination of light appearance and heavy construction, with a passion for the materiality and original versus restored finishes.
Antiques of the Future: Sustainability, Heirloom Furniture & Why Well-Made Lasts
Q: Is there something you would want to ask our listeners or a topic they should consider?
Exploring what true sustainability means in home furnishings and products that are safe, durable, and built to last across generations.
Antiques of the Future: Sustainability, Heirloom Furniture & Why Well-Made Lasts
Q: Two questions for you before we go.
The host tees up topics about sustainability meaning, durability, and future trends, and the guest elaborates on the long-term value of build quality and authentic craftsmanship.
Inside the Trade Press: How Executive Editor Cindy Hodnett Shapes the Home Furnishings Industry and Why Antique Dealers Should Pay Attention
Q: How do you see the role of authenticity and storytelling evolving with multimedia platforms?
Authenticity remains the defining factor; compelling stories—whether through product descriptions that reveal a piece's history or long-form content on Substack—help brands and dealers connect deeply with buyers across formats.
Inside the Trade Press: How Executive Editor Cindy Hodnett Shapes the Home Furnishings Industry and Why Antique Dealers Should Pay Attention
Q: What makes Furniture Today different in its approach to covering the industry?
The publication emphasizes broad design coverage, access to key people and places, and an effort to tell the industry's stories without heavy-handed editorializing, focusing on authentic, actionable content for business decision-makers.

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A practical, business-focused show for antique professionals and design-conscious listeners. Episodes center on building scalable, authentic antiques businesses through storytelling, smart sourcing, branding, and marketing, with guests ranging from dealers and interior designers to gallery owners and insurance experts. The conversations mix hands-on tactics (pricing, inventory management, buying trips) with mindset shifts (nervous-system-friendly workflows, sustainable growth) and real-world war stories from the trade. Noteworthy is the show's ability to pair high-level strategy with actionable tips, plus a consistent emphasis on community, collaboration, and ongoing education in a fast-evolving market.

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1. Shop Talk: Selling Vintage with Whitney & Nicole
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1. Steven Favreau
2. Zack Taylor
3. Tamara Stephenson
4. Cindy Hodnett
5. Lynn Byrne
6. Olga Granda
7. Gábor Újvári
8. Carrie Eves

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