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The Business of Antiques

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

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 Benjamin, founder of The French Store in Dublin, Ohio, to explore how authentic storytelling, a bold personality and a sharp eye for Fr... more

In this episode of The Business of Antiques, host Toma Clark Haines, CEO of The Antiques Diva & Co, sits down with international design publicist Andrew Joseph of Andrew Joseph PR to explore how strategic public relations can help antique dealers, in... more

In this episode of The Business of Antiques, host Toma Clark Haines, CEO of The Antiques Diva & Co, sits down with Kate of Mad About the House to explore how consistent content, authentic storytelling, and thoughtful design can build a recognizable a... more

In this episode of The Business of Antiques, host Toma Clark Haines, CEO of The Antiques Diva & Co, sits down with Jason and Tina Fisher of Indio White to explore their journey from world travelers and interior designers to antique-store owners in Co... more

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Andrew Joseph
Publicist, Andrew Joseph PR
Andrew Joseph PR
Episode: The Business of PR: Brand Growth, Media Strategy & Reinvention with Andrew Joseph
Kate Watson-Smyth
Author of Mad About the House; design writer
Mad About the House
Episode: Color, Content & Italian Design: How to Grow a Creative Brand
Jason Fisher
Co-founder of Indio White LLC, antiques and design professional
Indio White LLC
Episode: Curating a Modern Antique Shop: Indio White’s Buying Strategy
Tina Fisher
Co-founder of Indio White LLC, designer and buyer
Indio White LLC
Episode: Curating a Modern Antique Shop: Indio White’s Buying Strategy
Keri Seery
Owner of Antiques Therapy Interiors; former antiques dealer and Brimfield participant
Antiques Therapy Interiors
Episode: Why Antiques Are Therapy: Keri Seery on Creativity, Curation, and Building an Interior Design Business
Tina Bird
Garden antiques dealer specializing in decorative garden antiques
Decorative Garden Antiques (decorativegardenantiques.co.uk)
Episode: Finding Your Niche in the Antiques Trade: Tina Bird on Relationships, Reinvesting & Staying Soft and Strong
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

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 States3 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 States3 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

Listeners Say

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Great mix of guests from dealers to editors and designers.
Listeners praise the host's credibility and humor.
Very practical buying and selling advice for antiques enthusiasts.
Genuine, actionable insights for new and seasoned dealers.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Business of PR: Brand Growth, Media Strategy & Reinvention with Andrew Joseph
Q: Andrew, I want you to back up and tell the listeners the first time you remember meeting me, and then I'll tell my version of events.
We met on a blogging tour in New York over a decade ago, struck a connection despite initial distance, and our relationship grew into a long-term collaboration that helped both of us scale our businesses.
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.

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A design- and business-focused show that explores buying, selling, and curating antiques through practical insights from dealers, interior designers, and publishing professionals. Episodes regularly cover sourcing strategies, pricing, branding, and storytelling, with a strong emphasis on sustainable, curator-led approaches to inventory and showroom experiences. Noteworthy is the blend of hands-on buying advice, design-led business strategies, and guests who bridge craft, commerce, and media, making it useful for listeners aiming to grow an antiques-related business or to sponsor a design-forward podcast audience.

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1. Andrew Joseph
2. Kate Watson-Smyth
3. Jason Fisher
4. Tina Fisher
5. Keri Seery
6. Tina Bird
7. Steven Favreau
8. Zack Taylor

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