TechnologyJul 06, 2014
Government agencies take action on ‘astroturfing’When it comes to social media, “astroturfing” has nothing to do with sports. The JVC’s Suzan Flamm explains more about this practice and how federal agencies are cracking down.
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OtherJul 02, 2014
Now, jewelers have their own podcastA Georgia-based marketing firm created by jewelers for jewelers has started a podcast, an online program that can be heard on demand, specifically for retailers, with an app to follow soon.
MajorsJul 02, 2014
CIBJO announces dates, location for 2015 CongressCIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, will hold its 2015 annual congress in Salvador, Brazil from May 4 to 6, with pre-congress meetings to take place the two days prior.
Events & AwardsJul 02, 2014
From Couture: A consultant's perspectiveConsultant Ben Janowski has been in the jewelry industry for four decades. Here's what caught his eye at the recent Couture show in Las Vegas.
EditorsJul 02, 2014
Another look behind the mining scenesThe work of gemstone miners and traders and how they extract minerals from the source seems to be a popular theme for documentaries these days.
MajorsJul 01, 2014
Zale CEO resigns in post-merger shakeupZale President and CEO Theo Killion has resigned from his position effective July 31, one of a number of changes to Signet and Zale's executive teams in the wake of the merger of the two mall giants.
TechnologyJul 01, 2014
Partnership allows retailer to expand online reachAfter pairing up with a company that specializes in e-commerce, independent jeweler Betteridge now is able to sell online to consumers in more than 100 countries around the world.
OtherJun 30, 2014
WJA awards 26 educational grants for 2014In an effort to contribute to the ongoing education of women in the jewelry industry, the Women's Jewelry Association Member Grant Program has awarded a total of $13,000 to 26 members across the country.
OtherJun 30, 2014
WJA awards 26 educational grants for 2014In an effort to contribute to the ongoing education of women in the jewelry industry, the Women's Jewelry Association Member Grant Program has awarded a total of $13,000 to 26 members across the country.
OtherJun 30, 2014
21 ‘cash-for-gold’ stores cited in NJ crackdownA recent investigation by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs on “cash-for-gold” retailers has resulted in 936 civil citations at 21 stores for alleged violations of state consumer laws, spurring a year-long investigation by state authorities.
GradingJun 30, 2014
Gemesis rebrands as ‘Pure Grown Diamonds’Following the appointment of a new CEO, lab-grown diamond company Gemesis Inc. has announced that it is rebranding itself as “Pure Grown Diamonds.”
SourcingJun 30, 2014
WFDB adds Canada, Korea as membersThe World Federation of Diamond Bourses added the Diamond Bourse of Canada and the Korea Diamond Bourse to its membership at the 36th World Diamond Congress in Antwerp.
SourcingJun 30, 2014
Fischler re-elected as AWDC presidentStéphane Fischler has been re-elected as president of the Antwerp World Diamond Centre.
OtherJun 29, 2014
RJC appoints Ashish Deo to CEOThe Responsible Jewellery Council has named Ashish Deo as the organization’s new chief executive officer, effective Sept. 8.
SourcingJun 29, 2014
Operations commence at Alrosa’s Udachny mineRussian diamond mining company Alrosa has begun operations at its Udachny mine, and said it expects it to become one of the largest underground diamond mines in Russia and worldwide, eventually providing more than 5 million carats of diamonds per year.
OtherJun 26, 2014
Date set for Advanced Chemical golf tournamentAdvanced Chemical will hold its 4th annual John Venditti Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament on Sept. 20, proceeds of which benefit the American Heart Association and academic atheltes.
Events & AwardsJun 26, 2014
AGS Conclave seminars now ‘on demand’Videos of popular keynote addresses and featured sessions from the American Gem Society’s Conclave conferences are now available to the industry for free with Conclave On Demand.
OtherJun 25, 2014
CIBJO outlines pearl sustainability planAt CIBJO’s recent Sustainable Pearls Forum, President Gaetano Cavalieri emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to achieve sustainability in the cultured pearl sector, one that focuses on economic, environmental and social responsibility.
SourcingJun 24, 2014
Alrosa reports 43 percent increase in Q1 salesRussian diamond miner Alrosa saw revenue increase more than 40 percent in the first quarter, although net profit fell slightly year-over-year.
SourcingJun 24, 2014
Gemesis names Lisa Bissell as president, CEOLisa Bissell has been named president and CEO of lab-grown diamond company Gemesis Inc., effective immediately.
TechnologyJun 24, 2014
Target expands free shipping offers to consumersAfter receiving shopper feedback that the previous policy was confusing, Target announced Monday that it will begin offering free standard shipping on nearly all orders over $50.
MajorsJun 24, 2014
Coach to focus on retail outlet divisionAs it struggles to compete with fast-growing rivals, Coach Inc. will close a number of full-line stores next year and revamp the brand’s outlet business, the company said during its recent analyst and investor day.
MajorsJun 24, 2014
Appointments: Sterling, Macy’s, RJCSterling Jewelers Inc. has announced a new hire as well as the promotions of two existing employees.
EditorsJun 24, 2014
The second Clark saleEverybody loves a mystery, and there is something particularly tantalizing about one that will never quite get solved.
OtherJun 23, 2014
Consumer-grade resin for 3-D printing introducedA California-based company said it is releasing a new 3-D printable material for jewelers called FireCast Resin, a consumer-grade resin compatible with more affordable printers and made specifically for casting metal parts.
