The company is providing the opportunity for an FIT student to work alongside master diamond cutter Willie Lopez in its workshop.

Natalie Francisco

This year’s winner is Morgan Keefe, who is currently studying at GIA to be a gemologist.

Lenore Fedow

AGS also named the recipient of its “Women in Leadership” scholarship.

Lenore Fedow

As a leading global jewelry supplier, Rio Grande is rapidly expanding and developing new solutions to meet the needs of jewelers worldwide.

Nominations in the categories of Jewelry Design, Media Excellence, and Retail Innovation will be accepted through July 30.

Natalie Francisco

The one-day virtual event will feature speakers from De Beers, GIA, and Gemworld International.

Lenore Fedow

The foundation has also expanded its “Stronger Together” initiative with Jewelers for Children.

Natalie Francisco

The Seymour & Evelyn Holtzman Bench Scholarship from Jewelers of America returns for a second year.

The winners of the inaugural “Kering Generation Award x Jewelry” are student Lee Min Seo and China-based startup Ianyan.

Natalie Francisco

Designers were recognized in 12 categories, from platinum to pearls, before the evening ended with a new, retail-focused award.

Michelle Graff

The deadline to submit is June 16.

Natalie Francisco

Discover the dozen up-and-coming brands exhibiting in the Design Atelier for the first time.

Natalie Francisco

The entrepreneur and “Shark Tank” star will share his top tips for success.

Natalie Francisco

Meredith Tiderington, an electrical engineering student, was selected for the award.

Lauren McLemore

From design trends to sustainability, here’s a roundup of can’t-miss education sessions at JCK Las Vegas.

Lenore Fedow

The nonprofit elected five judges who will decide the winners of its design competition.

Natalie Francisco

Two scholarships are available, one for new and non-members and another for NAJA certified members.

Natalie Francisco

The event is also accepting poster submissions now through June 16.

Lenore Fedow

“Artists’ Jewelry: From Cubism to Pop, the Diane Venet Collection” is on view at the Norton Museum of Art through October.

Lauren McLemore

Expanded this year to include suppliers, JA’s 2025 list honors 40 up-and-coming professionals in the jewelry industry.

Michelle Graff

Now called The Instore Jewelry Show, it will include holiday-focused education, interactive workshops, and a window display contest.

Natalie Francisco

Ten organizations were selected this year.

Lauren McLemore

Paola Sasplugas, co-founder of the Barcelona-based jewelry brand, received the Fine Jewelry Award.

Natalie Francisco

“Cartier: Design, Craft, and Legacy” opened earlier this month at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

Natalie Francisco

The two organizations will hold the educational event together this fall in Mississippi.

Lauren McLemore

The retail show is open to the public and will run July 24-27.

Lauren McLemore

Beau Lotto’s immersive presentation will be a blend of neuroscience, art, and entertainment.

Lenore Fedow