Policies & IssuesMay 29, 2025
Trade Court Declares Trump’s Tariffs InvalidThree federal judges ruled that Trump exceeded his authority in imposing sweeping tariffs, a ruling his administration already has appealed.
MajorsFeb 24, 2014
Appointments: Tiffany names new creative agency
Ogilvy & Mather Worldwide is now the global marketing communications partner for Tiffany & Co. and will complement the retailer’s international marketing capabilities with brand positioning and ad support.
New York--Ogilvy & Mather Worldwide is now the global marketing communications partner for Tiffany & Co. and will complement the retailer’s international marketing capabilities with brand positioning and ad support.
With creative and strategic hubs in New York and Paris, Ogilvy & Mather will deliver print, digital, video and out-of-home marketing and ad support to Tiffany.
New York-based Ogilvy & Mather was named the Cannes Lions Network of the Year and the EFFIEs World’s Most Effective Agency Network for two consecutive years, 2012 and 2013. The company’s has more than 160 offices globally.
Stuller has appointed Kevin Metz as its chief marketing officer in order to better align its growing print and ecommerce initiatives, the company said. He assumed his position Feb. 17.
Metz’s primary responsibilities will include overseeing Stuller’s corporate branding, channel marketing, social media and web, creative content and campaign development and execution.
He most recently served as vice president of digital marketing with women’s clothing retailer Caché, where he achieved a 100 percent sales growth in the course of one year. Metz also held positions with ULTA Beauty, Yankee Candle Company Inc. and Bass Pro Shops.
Edward Record has been named executive vice president and chief financial officer of J.C. Penney, assuming responsibility for the financial operations of the company.
He succeeds Ken Hannah, who will remain CFO until Record takes over on March 24.
Record has 25 years of experience managing the financial and operational performance of multiple retailers, including six years at Houston-based retailer Stage Stores, senior vice president of finance at Kohl’s and controller and senior vice president of finance at Belk.
The Providence Jewelers Club elected two new directors to its board during its annual meeting on Feb. 12, Jennifer Brousseau of LDC Inc. in East Providence, R.I. and Steven Cipolla of National Chain Company in Warwick, R.I.
Re-elected to the board for another three years was Kerilyn Rodi of Armbrust International Ltd. in Providence, R.I.
Elected to serve one-year terms on the board were Brenda Gamba of the Jewelers Board of Trade, president; John Kelley of Kelley Metals Corp., vice president; Keith Marsello of Imperial Designs, treasurer; and Jim Atamian of Atamian Manufacturing, secretary.
Diane Fowler has been appointed director of marketing at Jewelers Unblocked, where she will lead the company’s marketing initiatives and promote its programs alongside its communications agency Luxury Brand Group.
Fowler most recently served
as executive director for the Professional Insurance Agents of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and New Hampshire. She was recognized in 2013 with the company’s Distinguished Service award for her accomplishments within the industry.
The Responsible Jewellery Council has certified IWC Schaffhausen, Officine Panerai and SPC Precious Metal Co. Ltd. as meeting the highest ethical, human rights, social and environmental standards as established by its member certification system.
More on Majors
The Latest
CollectionsMay 29, 2025
Britney Spears Files Trademark for New Jewelry LineThe pop icon is one step closer to launching her “B Tiny” jewelry collection, a collection she first began posting about last fall.
Supplier BulletinMay 29, 2025
Inoveo Platinum Grain, Exclusively Distributed by StullerSponsored by Stuller
Brought to you by
Clienteling Isn’t a Buzzword. It’s an Essential Business Model.More shoppers are walking out without buying. Here’s how smart jewelers can bring them back—and the tool they need to do it right.
SourcingMay 29, 2025
Grizzly Auctions 6,620-Carat EmeraldIt was featured in the miner’s latest sale, which brought in $24.8 million.
Weekly QuizMay 22, 2025
This Week’s QuizTest your jewelry news knowledge by answering these questions.
TechnologyMay 29, 2025
GemFind Launches AI Product Description SoftwareGemText AI uses artificial intelligence to generate tailored product titles, descriptions, and tags with jewelry-specific language.
CrimeMay 28, 2025
8 Convicted in Kim Kardashian Jewelry Heist TrialAging and with myriad health issues, none will serve time for their roles in robbing the billionaire celebrity at gunpoint in 2016.
Brought to you by
Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show: Showcasing the Most Collectible Merchandise from Across the GlobeGain access to the most exclusive and coveted antique pieces from trusted dealers during Las Vegas Jewelry Week.
CollectionsMay 28, 2025
NY Liberty’s 2024 Championship Rings Honor Historic WinThe WNBA team received rings imbued with meaning, from leaf motifs and its Liberty torch to the number of diamonds used.
MajorsMay 27, 2025
MJSA to Become Part of Jewelers of America The two organizations have signed an affiliation agreement that’s expected to be finalized in the coming weeks.
AuctionsMay 27, 2025
Al Capone’s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch Back Up for AuctionThe platinum and diamond watch is part of Sotheby’s upcoming Important Watches sale.
AuctionsMay 27, 2025
182-Carat Paraíba-Type Tourmaline Sells for $487K Recovered in Mozambique, “The Kat Florence Lumina” was part of Bonhams’ Hong Kong jewelry auction held last week.
TrendsMay 27, 2025
Amanda’s Style File: Candy-Colored GemstonesGet a taste of the delicious candy-like gemstones in this Amanda’s Style File.
CrimeMay 23, 2025
JSA Shares Holiday Weekend Security Tips Amid Spike in BurglariesJSA’s Scott Guginsky provided a list of nine security measures jewelers should observe while locking up for the long weekend.
CollectionsMay 23, 2025
Piece of the Week: Bliss Lau’s ‘Bright’ RingFrom Lau’s “Love of a Kind” series, the engagement ring was inspired by the moon and holds a different meaning depending on how it is worn.
GradingMay 23, 2025
GIA Updates Pearl Classification SystemThe lab has adjusted the scale it uses for nacre grading.
Supplier BulletinMay 22, 2025
How to Put Natural Diamonds Back in the SpotlightSponsored by GCAL by Sarine
CrimeMay 22, 2025
NY Jeweler Sentenced in Shoving Death of Colleague at IJO ShowDavid Walton will serve three years’ probation after an incident in a hotel bar led to the death of West Virginia jeweler David Ettinger.
FinancialsMay 22, 2025
Watches of Switzerland’s Full-Year U.S. Sales Climb 14% The retailer also provided an update on how the tariffs situation in the U.S. is affecting its business.
IndependentsMay 22, 2025
Adeler Jewelers Celebrates 50 YearsThe family-owned jeweler in Great Falls, Virginia, will be celebrating its golden jubilee with a year’s worth of events.
Events & AwardsMay 22, 2025
Jose Hess Design Awards Announce JudgesThe nonprofit elected five judges who will decide the winners of its design competition.
MajorsMay 22, 2025
MJSA Releases 2025-2026 Buyer’s GuideThis year’s edition includes articles on the favorite tools of notable designers, evaluating when to outsource production, and more.
CollectionsMay 21, 2025
Bulgari Highlights Its Colorful Past in Phenomenal ‘Polychroma’ CollectionThe jeweler’s high jewelry collection features extraordinary gemstones, like a 241.06-carat emerald and the world’s fourth-largest spinel.
ColumnistsMay 21, 2025
Edahn’s Take: Analyzing the 2025 ‘$100 Million Supersellers’ List In a special column for the State of the Majors, Edahn Golan breaks down what the top-performing fine jewelry sellers are doing right.
MajorsMay 21, 2025
Beyoncé Dons Brilliant Earth Necklace During Cowboy Carter TourThe bolo tie necklace is inspired by “Queen Bey” and set with a nearly 15-carat black diamond.
SourcingMay 21, 2025
Gem Legacy Expands Advisory CouncilThe nonprofit focused on mining communities in East Africa has added three new members to its advisory council.
MajorsMay 20, 2025
Annie Doresca to Lead DCA as New CEO, PresidentCurrent Diamond Council of America President and CEO Terry Chandler is set to retire in January 2026.
