New board members, officers, and directors at industry organizations across the country mark the most recent career moves in the industry.  

Michelle Graff

Jewelers of America will honor Larry Pelzel, vice president and divisional merchandise manager of precious jewels at Neiman Marcus, with its Gem Award for Lifetime Achievement at the 13th annual Gem Awards in January.

Michelle Graff

In the wake of the news that another major retailer saw its customers’ credit card numbers fall into the hands of hackers, National Jeweler offers six tips for preventing a data breach.  

Brecken Branstrator

In the wake of the news that another major retailer saw its customers’ credit card numbers fall into the hands of hackers, National Jeweler offers six tips for preventing a data breach.   

Brecken Branstrator

A few weeks ago, the prologue to the über-popular podcast This American Life featured the story of an 11-year-old girl from west Detroit named Asia Newson who owns her own company, SuperBusinessGirl, and is known as the city’s youngest entrepreneur.

Michelle Graff

The settlement of one lawsuit regarding EGL International reports and two jewelers facing charges were among the site’s most popular stories last week. 

Michelle Graff

J.C. Penney Co. Inc.’s board of directors announced Monday the appointment of Marvin Ellison to president and CEO-designee, effective Nov. 1. 

Michelle Graff

PricewaterhouseCoopers U.S. said it expects holiday spending to decrease by 7 percent this year but offered retailers a number of strategies to drive sales and remain competitive this November and December. 

Brecken Branstrator

Simon G. has unveiled a redesigned website, timed to coincide with the launch of its new advertising campaign, “Reclaim.” 

Michelle Graff

The Rapaport Diamond Trading Network announced that it will launch an updated version of its mobile application for the iPhone Sunday to allow RapNet members to more easily do business on the go. 

Michelle Graff

What are the most recognizable and revered brands around the globe? Cartier and Tiffany are two of them. 

Online jeweler Blue Nile has launched a new mobile shopping application that includes the addition of augmented reality to its “Dream Box” feature, allowing consumers to see what a Blue Nile ring will look like on their hand. 

Michelle Graff

Associate Editor Brecken Branstrator explores why a new line of customizable jewelry appeals to her and her friends, all of whom are in their 20s.

Brecken Branstrator

A former jewelry store owner in Alabama faces money laundering charges for pawning a 3-carat diamond that was among a cache of jewels he said were taken during a robbery and collected $2.6 million in insurance for, federal officials said.  

Michelle Graff

Jewelers of America this week released the names of the nominees for the 13th annual Gem Awards, which recognize individuals and brands in jewelry design, marketing and communications, and media.

Michelle Graff

British communications and trade show company United Business Media Plc (UBM) is set to acquire Advanstar, an events and marketing service business based in New York. 

Michelle Graff

Twenty-seven percent of wealthy shoppers said they plan to buy jewelry this holiday season, with most indicating that they would spend the same amount or more on gifts this year, a recent study shows. 

Brecken Branstrator

The answer, in short, is yes. Holiday retail hiring has improved every year since 2008 and it seems that trend will continue this year, with major retailers planning to hire either the same amount or more seasonal employees than last year.

Brecken Branstrator

Another jeweler awarded the certified gemologist appraiser title, a new CEO at Buccellati and a former Tiffany executive joining the Talisman Collection are among the industry’s recent career moves.

Michelle Graff

On Monday, NPR aired a story on why many jewelry stores choose to tuck away their price tags rather than display them.

Michelle Graff

Angelica Jewelry just launched a special-edition series of charm bracelets inspired by the TV show Friends thanks to a partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products. 

Michelle Graff

In a new book Leo Schachter executive Peter Smith provides retailers with a road map on hiring people who possess the three characteristics essential to be an effective salesperson. 

Lawrence (Larry) Congress, who had a career in the jewelry industry that spanned 60 years, died Friday. He was 83. 

Michelle Graff

Family-owned retail store James Avery Jewelry has announced a partnership with Dillard’s to sell its jewelry in a number of the chain’s locations across the country. 

Michelle Graff

More reactions to RapNet’s decision to stop listing diamonds with EGL reports, the sale of a Mellon’s jewelry, and another bank leaving the industry were a few of the top stories on National Jeweler last week.  

Michelle Graff