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Jennifer Hopf, who has been with JCK since 2022, will lead the execution of the long-running jewelry trade show.
JCK has promoted Jennifer Hopf, who joined the team in 2022, to event director.
Norwalk, Conn.—JCK has named industry veteran Jennifer Hopf as its new event director.
Hopf joined the jewelry trade show’s parent company RX in 2022 as a retail account manager for JCK, as per her LinkedIn profile.
Her focus for the last three years has been attendee acquisition and event management.
In her new role, Hopf will lead the execution of the event, held annually in Las Vegas, working toward growth, innovation, and value for attendees and exhibitors, JCK said.
Prior to joining JCK, Hopf worked in sales and training leadership roles at Pandora, Links of London, and The RealReal.
“I am honored and excited to step into the role with a show rich in history that means so much to our global jewelry community,” Hopf said.
“My prior industry experience on the exhibitor side gives me a unique perspective on the value JCK delivers.”
Sarin Bachmann, senior vice president of the jewelry portfolio of events and brands for RX USA, will continue in her role, providing strategic oversight and leadership.
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Hopf joined the jewelry trade show’s parent company RX in 2022 as a retail account manager for JCK, as per her LinkedIn profile.
Her focus for the last three years has been attendee acquisition and event management.
In her new role, Hopf will lead the execution of the event, held annually in Las Vegas, working toward growth, innovation, and value for attendees and exhibitors, JCK said.
Prior to joining JCK, Hopf worked in sales and training leadership roles at Pandora, Links of London, and The RealReal.
“I am honored and excited to step into the role with a show rich in history that means so much to our global jewelry community,” Hopf said.
“My prior industry experience on the exhibitor side gives me a unique perspective on the value JCK delivers.”
Sarin Bachmann, senior vice president of the jewelry portfolio of events and brands for RX USA, will continue in her role, providing strategic oversight and leadership.
“JCK has always been more than a show. It’s about bringing the entire industry together in one place, and is the most important place to do it,” said Bachmann.
“Having the right team in place is what continues to drive JCK’s success and I am confident that Jen is the perfect choice as JCK’s event director. Along with our incredible team’s continued dedication, and us working closely together, JCK will continue to inspire and empower the jewelry community in new and exciting ways.”
Meghan Margewicz will continue to serve as event director of Luxury while Sara McDonough will remain in her role as event director for the JIS events in Miami Beach.
JCK Las Vegas 2026 will take place May 29 through June 1 at The Venetian Expo, with registration opening in January 2026.
For more information about JCK, visit its website.
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