The Continental Buying Group’s 2025 Tampa Experience Show is slated for Sept. 8-10.
Events & Awards

The organization has raised more than $1.3 million for charity since its inception.
Jewelers of America’s 35th annual design contest recognized creativity, artistry, style, and excellence.
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Participants who attend any three Rings of Strength events will be awarded a special medal.

Allison-Kaufman has received the honor for the fourth year in a row.

The organization has awarded a total of $42,000 through its scholarship programs this year.

With their unmatched services and low fees, reDollar.com is challenging some big names in the online consignment world.

The winner of the inaugural David Yurman Gem Awards Grant will be announced live at the 2026 Gem Awards gala.


The first-time exhibitors, set to debut at the New York City show, share a devotion to craftsmanship, storytelling, and material integrity.

Jewellery & Gem World Hong Kong is scheduled for Sept. 15 to 21, and buyer pre-registration will be available until Sept. 7.

Jewelers of America is leading the charge to protect the industry amidst rising economic threats.

Mark and Candy Udell of London Jewelers will receive the honor at the 24th annual Gem Awards next March.

The wholesale trade show’s Luxury Lifestyle section will showcase established and emerging jewelry designers.

The mid-year conference for jewelry and watch appraisers is slated for Aug. 9 to 10 on Zoom.

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

A new slate of Learning Workshops will take place in Oklahoma, Mississippi, and Georgia.

Eric Ford will step into the role, bringing with him decades of experience.

Its sessions will focus on inventory strategies, staff performance, retention and acquisition, emerging market trends, and more.

Central topics of next week’s event include climate action, labor rights, artisan preservation, and value retention in producing countries.

The program, a collaboration between Julius Klein Diamonds and the Women’s Jewelry Association, is in its second year.

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

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

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

The event is set for May 16-19 in Detroit, Michigan.

The trade association has chosen the recipients of the funding initiative it formed to foster the growth and sustainability of the industry.

The winning designs captured the “Radiance” theme.

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

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

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

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