Submissions in the categories of Jewelry Design, Media Excellence, and Retail Excellence will be accepted through Aug. 23.
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TJS is seeking jewelry manufacturing and technology experts to speak at its 2025 event.
![Hosted by Jewelers of America and the Providence Jewelers Club, the Multifaceted Learning Workshop is set for July 17 at the Rhode Island School of Design. Jewelers of America learning workshop Providence logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/4de933c3eb28bff37eb3f1d380705c0d.jpg)
The one-day workshop will be held July 17 at the Rhode Island School of Design.
![A jewel from Matturi Fine Jewelry. Creative Director Satta Matturi will be one of several speakers at IAC’s upcoming Gold and Diamond Conference. Matturi Fine Jewelry totem jewel](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/7e269e058c1810df66fca9b9fb38d045.jpg)
The 14th annual conference will host panels on cross-sector collaboration, industry sanctions, and more.
![The Women’s Art Center of the Hamptons and NYC Jewelry Week Co-Founder Bella Neyman will host “Immediate Connections,” which features the work of Birabiro, Oblik Atelier, and MPR Jewelry. Immediate Connections](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/6403b809080e5cb0a2b8fd5f3b080f59.jpg)
“Immediate Connections” will be on view from July 18-21.
![The Plumb Club has announced that Symposium ’25 will take place next year on the week of March 10. The Plumb Club logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/35889f1a2683992f7a208fbd8a088d34.jpg)
The educational event will return to New York City for a second year with a few changes.
![AGS Conclave will unite with GIA’s Symposium to create a new event named “Converge.” It will be held Sept. 7-10, 2025, in Carlsbad, California, at GIA’s headquarters, seen above, and the Omni La Costa Resort. Gemological Institute of America headquarters](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/ccd01a3f22937e4d2222c11a91c45276.jpg)
The two organizations will host a joint event, “Converge,” in September 2025.
![Flo Rida, the artist behind hip-hop hits “Low [Apple Bottom Jeans]" and "Club Can’t Handle Me,” will headline this year’s JCK Rocks event on June 2. Flo Rida](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/ca95b55b19bb004a05bd08531e1aec9b.jpg)
The Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist will perform at Tao Beach on June 2.
![Designer Marla Aaron, left, and journalist Tanya Dukes are among the 2024 Gem Award nominees. See who else was nominated below. Designer Marla Aaron and writer Tanya Dukes, 2024 Gem Award nominees](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/5a952bc69d3aff1d83453053db183d5c.jpg)
These are the individuals and companies up for awards in the design, media, and retail categories.
![IGI has announced the following professionals will make up the global jury panel for its annual IGI Expressions design competition: Helen Mao, Tania Heikal, Pradeep Jethani, Severine Ferrari, Punit Balana and Sonal Sawansukha. IGI Expression global jury panelists](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/3e7a6ada8081a247c21f4d5141123b00.jpg)
This year’s free competition has new categories and a new theme.
![Twelve emerging fine jewelry brands, including Tamsin Rasor (pictured above), have been chosen to participate in NY Now’s inaugural Emerging Fine Jewelry Designer Incubator. Tamsin Rasor rings](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/9a1ca1584697f414b7aa205b19099155.jpg)
The incubator’s inaugural 12 participants will receive mentorship ahead of launching in the Winter Market next year.
![The Instore Show will be held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, from Aug. 11-12, 2024. Instore show 2024](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/096a08949a70f5044aa3d57fc06df885.jpg)
In its second year, the trade show is returning to the Chicago area.
![Twelve new members have joined the 24 Karat Club of New York. 24 Karat Club of New York new members](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/17570710e18db218dd54e1937a75de60.jpg)
The organization has elected 12 new additions.
![Select Jewelry Show is preparing to celebrate its 15th anniversary next year. Select Jewelry Show logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/96dae9dca2e15f4bdd0728a2789b2a33.jpg)
The regional trade show will toast the milestone at its 2024 Dallas event.
![New York City Jewelry Week will be held from Nov. 13-19 at venues across the city. New York City Jewelry Week 2023 logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/494ba417a7c5071ab050f1d9f1a69a55.jpg)
From walking tours to design workshops, these are the can’t-miss NYCJW events.
![In her annual Comic Con story, Associate Editor Lenore Fedow rounds up her favorite nerdy jewelry. Swarovski set up shop at Comic Con this year, showing off its Disney and Marvel jewels, as well as these Star Wars figures. Swarovski Star Wars figurines](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/f71377f6288e76a57641c97c00e46302.jpg)
From Disney-themed ear stacks to lightsaber earrings, Associate Editor Lenore Fedow shares her favorite jewelry finds from the annual event.
![Jewelers for Children will honor Brad Hampton (pictured left), CEO of Helzberg Diamonds, and Jeff, Kathy, and Joe Corey of Day’s Jewelers (right) at its 2024 “Facets of Hope” event. 2024 Facets of Hope honorees, Helzberg Diamonds Brad Hampton, Corey family of Day’s Jewelers](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/d5373cc076ff9a748fdd7b84c08f02d9.jpg)
The charity will recognize Helzberg Diamonds' Brad Hampton and Day’s Jewelers’ Corey family at its annual event.
![This Monday in New York City, Diamonds Do Good will screen its new advertising campaign, which will later be available for industry use, called “Real People | Real Impact.” Diamonds Do Good Real People Real Impact campaign film](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/649464c19a31efb57446acf0d6aa38f1.jpg)
The “Real People | Real Impact” film campaign delves into the positive impact of diamonds.
![The Women’s Jewelry Association will host a gala next month in New York City to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Women’s Jewelry Association Ruby Gala](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/c6defd449315826089cff5e0458e04fd.jpg)
The event will be held in New York City on Nov. 2, complete with a red carpet entrance and several entertainment acts.
![This year’s JA New York Fall Show will be held Oct. 29-31 at the Javits Center, featuring a handful of new additions. JA New York](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/308926deacbedec96e7b887cee4ccea9.jpg)
The October event is introducing new opportunities for networking and education.
![The Instore Show is coming back to Illinois for its second annual event on Aug. 11-12, 2024. Instore show logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/4cd497e878ec9dfc70bf02600f12d059.jpg)
The annual event will return to Rosemont, Illinois next August.
![The Israel Diamond Exchange announced next year’s International Diamond Week will be held Apr. 1–4, 2024. Israel Diamond Exchange Diamond Week 2024](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/666985a03ce2db1453add0c2adf5e0ed.jpg)
The event is slated for April 2024.
![ArtVendôme, a new jewelry show, will hold its inaugural 2024 event at the Grand Palais Éphémère in Paris from Jan. 31 to Feb. 3. (Image credit: Patrick Tourneboeuf) The Grand Palais Éphémère in Paris](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/4e0ccf9894d42436823d9992756338c0.jpg)
ArtVendôme, a nod to the city’s Place Vendôme, will hold its inaugural show this winter, opening its doors to the public.
![Jewelers for Children’s annual fundraising event, JFC Day, will return on Sept. 23. Jewelers for Children Day logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/327ade9d659bc651cc4c1560ee8b360b.jpg)
The annual event will be held Sept. 23.
![Intergem attendees visit the Bengel Industrial Monument during the 2022 “Long Night of Gemstones” event. The show will be held again this year at the Idar-Oberstein Exhibition Centre in Germany from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1. (Photo credit: Vincent Dommer) Intergem attendees at Bengel Industrial Monument](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/9c6ad616d74b76b199a7a32f2ee932e0.jpg)
Attendees can visit local gem and jewelry sights, including the German Gemstone Museum and the Fischbach copper mine, for free.