CrimeMay 18, 2021
Police Searching for 2 Suspects in Armed Robbery of GA Jewelry StoreA third suspect, who was shot during the robbery, has been arrested and charged.
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The Jewelers Vigilance Committee's Tiffany Stevens and Miya Owens join Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff to share their guidance on the many issues around employees returning to work, including reintegration, workplace health and safety, and what the law says about requiring employees to get a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Tiffany Stevens President, CEO and General Counsel, Jewelers Vigilance Committee
In addition to heading JVC, Stevens serves on the boards of the U.S. Kimberley Process Authority, USJC, WJA Foundation and CIBJO.
Miya Owens Associate General Counsel and Mediation Director, Jewelers Vigilance Committee
In her dual role, Owens guides businesses on topics like advertising under the FTC Jewelry Guides and resolves disputes through mediation.Webinar Host
Michelle Graff Editor-in-Chief, National Jeweler
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CollectionsMay 18, 2021
New York Isn’t Over, According to the YurmansDavid Yurman’s latest collection is a tribute to a New York City landmark.
Events & AwardsMay 18, 2021
Registration Is Open for JA National ConventionThe third annual Jewelers of America National Convention will be held virtually July 19-20.
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Is Men’s Jewelry an Untapped Category for Retailers?Statistics and sales over the last several years have proven that men’s jewelry is now a fast-growing area of the market.
ColumnistsMay 18, 2021
Creative Connecting: Why Jewelers Should Be More Active on YouTubeA strong following on YouTube can boost online visibility and trust in your store’s staff, Duvall O’Steen and Jen Cullen Williams write.
IndependentsMay 17, 2021
Take a Peek Inside the New Zadok Jewelers StoreThe Houston jeweler recently opened a 28,000-square-foot, two-level store.
IndependentsMay 17, 2021
Bill Boyajian Has a New Book Coming Out “Family Business Succession Planning” covers the dynamics of working in a multigenerational business and prepping for the next generation.
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How to Engage and Sell to MillennialsMillennials were once feared in the diamond industry, but now this younger generation has become today’s largest diamond buying demographic.
MajorsMay 17, 2021
Pandora’s Head of North America Steps DownSid Keswani has left the jewelry company to become president of lifestyle company Centric Brands.
TechnologyMay 17, 2021
JCK Launches Online B2B Jewelry Marketplace“Jewelers Source by JCK” will help qualified buyers find new clients and conduct virtual meetings all year round.
MajorsMay 17, 2021
Borsheims Promotes 3 on Sales Management Team It shows the Nebraska jeweler’s new cross-department emphasis.
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A New Golden AgeGold has had its share of ups and downs over the last 5 decades. Here’s why the metal is having another big comeback.
Policies & IssuesMay 14, 2021
Petra Reaches $6M Settlement Amid Claims of Human Rights AbusesA report by a nonprofit documented an alleged seven deaths and 41 assaults on artisanal miners at the Williamson mine in Tanzania.
AuctionsMay 14, 2021
Phillips’ New Selling Exhibition Celebrates Female DesignersIt features pieces from the likes of Solange Azagury-Partridge, Suzanne Belperron, Marina B, and Silvia Furmanovich.
Recorded WebinarsMay 14, 2021
Watch: Dissecting the Vintage Watch Craze Watchfinder & Co. US Country Manager Edouard Caumon talks the timepieces retaining value and current marketplace trends.
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4 Reasons You Need This Program for Mother’s DayLearn how to increase customer loyalty and revenue by making JM™ Care Plan a cornerstone of your business plan.
TrendsMay 14, 2021
Piece of the Week: Deirdre Featherstone’s Amber Drop EarringsThey’re perfect for welcoming “Springtime in New York.”
AuctionsMay 13, 2021
The 100-Carat ‘Spectacle’ Diamond Sells for $14M It sold at the low end of its estimated range at Christie’s jewelry auction in Geneva.
SourcingMay 13, 2021
Fura Gems Launches Membership-Based Marketing Program The Fura Marketing Council will offer advertising materials, sales training, product promotion initiatives, business consulting, and more.
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Evaluating Your Inventory For Success in 2021 After months of pandemic-driven social distancing, restrictions and lock-downs, consumers will be excited to visit your store. Now is the time to ensure you have the right inventory on-hand to capitalize on that excitement!
MajorsMay 13, 2021
Sotheby’s Opens ‘The Emporium’ Retail Store in New York The company celebrated its debut by collaborating with beauty entrepreneur Gucci Westman for a special edit of luxury items.
TechnologyMay 13, 2021
Tacori Bridal Collection Heads to Brilliant EarthThe customization-friendly retailer will carry more than 20 of Tacori’s most popular bridal designs.
CrimeMay 12, 2021
Customs Seizes $866K in Counterfeit JewelryIt’s the latest of several recent seizures by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Cincinnati.
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Together/Apart: TPC-365The Plumb Club is launching a B2B sales platform bringing jewelers the benefits of face-to-face sales meetings in an easy-to-use, interactive and effective virtual setting.
AuctionsMay 12, 2021
The Royal Tiara ‘Tried On’ By Thousands Sells for $1.6M Here’s how other important pieces of jewelry did at Sotheby’s auction of magnificent and noble jewels in Geneva.
AuctionsMay 12, 2021
This Patek Philippe Just Sold for $7.8M at Auction It was the top lot of Phillips and Bacs & Russo’s recent white glove sale.
Policies & IssuesMay 12, 2021
WJA Launches Responsible Sourcing, Sustainability Education FundIt comes as the organization restructures its grant and scholarship opportunities under a new framework with pillars.
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ALROSA Polished Diamonds Will Pioneer the Provenance Section of Get-DiamondsThe ALROSA Provenance program will be the first to offer polished diamonds with proven guarantees of origin within this section.
EditorsMay 11, 2021
We Need to Change the Way We Talk About Lab-Grown DiamondsAs Pandora moves away from mined diamonds, here’s why the conversation needs to shift from personal preference to consumer education.
ColumnistsMay 11, 2021
The Smart Lab: Everything You Need to Know About Social Media ShoppingSmart Age Solutions’ Emmanuel Raheb touches on the social commerce opportunities available to help grow your business.
SourcingMay 11, 2021
Lucara Secures $220M in Financing to Take Mine Underground The company has received credit-approved commitments from five financial institutions for the expansion of its Karowe Diamond Mine.
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How ALROSA's Diamonds Do Good“Greatness Is Made Under Pressure:” these are the best words to describe modern women.
IndependentsMay 11, 2021
Halstead Announces Call for 2021 Grant EntriesThe bead company awards cash and supplies annually to a new jewelry business.
EditorsMay 10, 2021
GiGi Ferranti’s Graffiti-Inspired Collection WowsThe Brooklyn-based designer just took initial and heart pendants to a whole new level.
Events & AwardsMay 10, 2021
Register Now for AGA’s Virtual Conference Covering DiamondsIts annual half-day event will be held on Thursday, June 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. EDT.
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Events & AwardsMay 10, 2021
Diamonds Do Good Is Crowdsourcing a Special DesignThe organization is asking designers to interpret growth, unity, and equality through jewelry.
Events & AwardsMay 10, 2021
Major Museum Gem Hall Sets Reopening Date The redesigned gem and mineral halls at New York’s famed natural history museum will welcome back the public in mid-June.
Recorded WebinarsMay 07, 2021
Watch: The Office Called, It Wants You BackAs more people prepare to return to work, two JVC attorneys discuss vaccines, health screenings, permanent remote work, and more.
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