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Registration Open for JIS Spring in Miami

Events & AwardsJan 15, 2024

Registration Open for JIS Spring in Miami

The three-day event will feature a new area for exhibitors that specialize in technology.

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The JIS Spring show is scheduled for March 17-19 in Miami Beach, Florida.
Norwalk, Conn.—Registration is open for the JIS Spring show. 

The three-day buying event will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Florida, from March 17-19, just ahead of Mother’s Day, spring weddings, and graduations. 

Recognized as one of the “Fastest 50” growing shows by Trade Show Executive in 2022, JIS Spring will feature more than 300 domestic and international exhibitors.

The show will feature fine jewelry, lab-grown diamonds, silver, and fashion designs as well as technology and supplies. 

Exhibitors include BA Gold, Heera Moti, Ken Craft, Simplex, Super Gems, and others. 

New this year is the ETS Pavilion, a designated area featuring exhibitors that specialize in technology, supplies and services. Exhibitors in this section include United Precious Metals, The Edge by Abbott Jewelry Systems, Lighting 4 Diamonds and more. 

Exhibitors Zahir Damaso USA, Vicenza Miami, Nivoda, and others not yet announced are joining the show for the first time. 

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“JIS Spring is where jewelry industry professionals grow their businesses and deepen relationships with suppliers. It’s a fantastic environment to discover the latest trends and products in addition to forge meaningful connections within the industry,” said JIS Event Director Sara McDonough.

Registrants can preview more in the JIS Spring product directory and exhibitor directory.

More information and registration for about JIS Spring 2024 is available on the event website.

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