Mid-America Jewelry News
Mid-America Jewelry News
On August 4th and 5th, jewelers gathered from throughout the state of Oklahoma to be challenged to look for fun and passion every day in all phases of life, and especially when selling jewelry. A fun-filled Sunday morning followed an active evening that included a banquet, a Casino Night, and raising money for Jewelers for Children.
(BANGKOK) - The Ministry of Commerce’s Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), has announced its readiness to host the 62nd edition of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair (BGJF) under the theme of “Heritage & Craftsmanship” which highlights Thailand’s cultural heritage and the exquisite craftsmanship of internationally renowned Thai artisans. The 62nd BGJF is expected to welcome over 20,000 buyers and visitors from more than 130 countries across the globe.
(CARLSBAD, Calif.) - Objective and independent scientific research is critical to understanding the impact of new gem discoveries, treatments, identification techniques and evolving technologies in the gem and jewelry industry. Leading researchers in geology, mineralogy, diamond formation and related fields will present their latest findings at GIA’s (Gemological Institute of America) International Gemological Symposium, Oct. 7-9, 2018 in Carlsbad, California.
Harris & Geri Botnick, Worthmore Jewelers, receive Jeweler of the Year honors
(ATLANTA) - The 24 Karat Club Southeastern United States hosted its 44th annual Banquet at the Atlanta County Club on August 4th. Each year the 24 Karat Club honors an outstanding jeweler with its Jeweler of the Year Award, announces the recipients of thousands of dollars of scholarships and inducts new members at the posh black tie event.
Event designed to boost holiday sales
Shane Decker, president of Ex-Sell-Ence, Shane Decker Sales Academy has announced he will host a sales training weekend October 12 - 13 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Shane Decker’s Power Pack Weekend will focus on boosting holiday sales by learning:
JIS, Centurion partner for October Shows
(NORWALK, Conn.) - “It may still be summer, but the jewelry industry has already set its sparkling eyes on Miami Beach, Florida for the famous 2018 JIS October Show (October 19-22, 2018) as many are expecting it to be one of the hottest events of the year,” says Jordan Tuchband, Industry Vice President of JIS Shows.
(ATLANTA) - The spotlight is on learning as the Atlanta Jewelry Show gears up for its Fall 2018 Pre-Show Conference and AJS U education program, August 4 - 6 at the Cobb Galleria Centre. A tremendous selection of presentations and seminars will be available to AJS attendees over the course of four days, beginning with the Pre-Show Conference on August 3.
