Platinum Guild International Updates Leadership Team

After the Supreme Court struck down the IEEPA tariffs, President Trump imposed a 10 percent tax on almost all imports via a different law.

Lauren McLemore

The industry veteran, who was with The Edge Retail Academy for 14 years, joins her husband at the company he founded in 2022.

Michelle Graff

The vintage signed jewelry retailer chose Miami due to growing client demand in the city and the greater Latin American region.

Natalie Francisco

With refreshed branding, a new website, updated courses, and a pathway for growth, DCA is dedicated to supporting retail staff development.

Former Flight Club executive Jin Lee will bring his experience from the sneaker world to the pre-owned watch marketplace.

Lenore Fedow

Sakamoto, who died in mid-January following a sudden illness, is remembered for his humility and his masterful, architectural designs.

Lauren McLemore

The April event will feature a new VIP shopping day requiring a special ticket.

Lauren McLemore

Launched in 2023, the program will help the passing of knowledge between generations and alleviate the shortage of bench jewelers.

Bulgari chose the British-Albanian singer-songwriter for her powerful and enduring voice in contemporary culture, the jeweler said.

Natalie Francisco

In a 6-3 ruling, the court said the president exceeded his authority when imposing sweeping tariffs under IEEPA.

Lenore Fedow

Smith encourages salespeople to ask customers questions that elicit the release of oxytocin, the brain’s “feel-good” chemical.

Peter Smith

The brooch, our Piece of the Week, shows the chromatic spectrum through a holographic coating on rock crystal.

Natalie Francisco

Raised in an orphanage, Bailey was 18 when she met her husband, Clyde. They opened their North Carolina jewelry store in 1948.

Michelle Graff

Material Good is celebrating its 10th anniversary as it opens its new store in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston.

Natalie Francisco

The show will be held March 26-30 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Lenore Fedow

The estate of the model, philanthropist, and ex-wife of Johnny Carson has signed statement jewels up for sale at John Moran Auctioneers.

Lenore Fedow

Are arm bands poised to make a comeback? Has red-carpet jewelry become boring? Find out on the second episode of the “My Next Question” podcast.

The organization is seeking a new executive director to lead it into its next phase of strategic growth and industry influence.

Natalie Francisco

The nonprofit will present a live, two-hour introductory course on building confidence when selling colored gemstones.

Lenore Fedow

Western wear continues to trend in the Year of the Fire Horse and along with it, horse and horseshoe motifs in jewelry.

Natalie Francisco

Although the market is robust, tariffs and precious metal prices are impacting the industry, Stuart Robertson and Brecken Branstrator said.

Lauren McLemore

Rossman, who advised GIA for more than 50 years, is remembered for his passion and dedication to the field of gemology.

Natalie Francisco

Guthrie, the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, was abducted just as the Tucson gem shows were starting.

Michelle Graff

Butterfield Jewelers in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is preparing to close as members of the Butterfield family head into retirement.

Lenore Fedow

Paul Morelli’s “Rosebud” necklace, our Piece of the Week, uses 18-karat rose, green, and white gold to turn the symbol of love into jewelry.

Natalie Francisco

The nonprofit has welcomed four new grantees for 2026.

Lauren McLemore

Parent company Saks Global is also closing nearly all Saks Off 5th locations, a Neiman Marcus store, and 14 personal styling suites.

Lenore Fedow