John Carter of Jack Lewis Jewelers in Bloomington, Ill. was tapped as president-elect, making him next in line to take over after Berg.
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Simon Golub consultant Seth Pepkin will work with jewelers in five states across the South and Midwest.

The retiring CEO of the American Gem Society and AGS Laboratories accepted her organization’s highest honor last week at Conclave.

Senior Editor Brecken Branstrator recounts what she learned at an AGS Conclave education session on identifying gemstones presented by Gem-A.

This week’s Style File features 11 pieces of jewelry worn down the runway at last week’s Jewelers of America Fashion Show held at AGS Conclave.

They’ve published three new versions of the custom design software, Bridal, Plus and Studio.

Here are the top five stories published on NationalJeweler.com for the week of April 10 to 16, according to Google Analytics.

The Antwerp World Diamond Centre issued a warning to members to be on the lookout for fraudulent Kimberley Process certificates from Sierra Leone after one surfaced in the Far East.

The American Gem Society presented a number of awards at Conclave in Washington, honoring excellence, professionalism and a commitment to ethics and consumer protection.

The mining company reported Thursday that production hit 38.3 million carats last year, which is a 6 percent increase compared with 2014.

This week included the American Gem Society in Washington, D.C. and the announcement that Tiffany will begin selling on Net-a-Porter.

David Minster has been named CEO of the wholesale division of Judith Ripka Ltd., which is handled by KGK Jewellery Manufacturing.

What bridal styles are trending and how can jewelers connect with prospective customers using social media? A panel of 3 answered these questions and more at Conclave.

The New York City-based jewelry designer, who will be exhibiting as a Rising Star at JCK Las Vegas this year, gives her pieces structure and balance through delicate and unexpected touches.
The AGTA, Diamond Club West Coast, Silver Promotion Service and National Association of Jewelry Appraisers are now members of the council.

Stephane Barraque has been hired for the newly created role of global chief revenue officer, leading all commercial activities for Hearts On Fire globally.
Takat Jewels is one of the presenting sponsors of the Floyd Mayweather Jr. Foundation’s “Fight 4 Fitness” event scheduled to take place in Las Vegas on Sunday.

LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton said its jewelry and watches division recorded organic revenue growth of 7 percent in its first quarter, led by a strong performance from Bulgari.

With the news that its longtime editor, Shira Ami, is retiring, the Israel Diamond Institute Group of Companies is ceasing publication of its trade magazine, Hayahalom.
The Edge Retail Academy has hired Phyllis Casey, Brian Madson and Nancy Havener to help with financial analysis, business growth strategies and client mentoring.

De Beers said rough diamond sales continued to increase in March and April, aided by stable polished diamond prices and wholesale demand.

Peter Smith doesn’t claim to have all the answers but knows where the conversation should start. This is part one of a two-part column.

From an update on diamond grading reports to succession planning for jewelry store owners, here’s a rundown of just a few of the education sessions taking place at AGS Conclave 2016.

De Beers’ diamond brand has started its own carat club, honoring jewelry store salespeople who sold more than 20 carats of 1-carat and larger Forevermark diamonds in 2015.

The renowned gemstone photographer died on April 1 from injuries sustained in a fall on a camping trip. He was 65.