Membership Benefits:

Marketing Programs

Grassroots Co-Op Advertising

Our Grassroots Co-operative Advertising is a program that provides advertisements, radio scripts, and television to promote the benefits of shopping with an American Gem Society member.In addition, the program reimburses retailers a prearranged dollar amount for advertising in their community.

Print & Broadcast

A variety of print advertisements geared to be used during the key buying periods of Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Dads & Grads, Bridal, and Holiday, plus additional ads to promote Colored Stones. Print, radio, and television advertising are all eligible for the program; however, direct mail such as newsletters, postcards, and catalogs are not.

Web Site

Take advantage of the most dynamic, optimized, and lead-generating Web site in the industry

Magazines, Brochures, and More

Spectra, quarterly membership magazine

Customizable consumer brochures

Member Services Catalog

Private Label Credit Card

The American Gem Society Platinum Select card is available through Wells Fargo Financial Services. This business tool provides members with financing alternatives designed to increase sales.

Credit Card Processing

First National Merchant Solutions: Premier payment processing solutions for all of your business transactions. First National Merchant Solutions serves as the endorsed payment processing provider for American Gem Society members. With over fifty years of experience, First National Merchant Solutions is one of the oldest payment processors in the country and a national leader in the merchant processing industry. Together, we have developed a business solution offering members competitive rates and innovative payment solutions with unparalleled customer service.

The highlights of this program include:

Discounted VISA and MasterCard processing rates

Comprehensive online reporting

A full suite of check application solutions

Gift and loyalty card programs tailored to suit you

An account in which your credit card deposits earn interest

Acceptance of all major credit and debit cards

Health & Benefits Solutions

The American Gem Society has new Health & Benefits Solutions Programs exclusively for our members. All members will receive special premium rates and enhanced insurance coverage for you, your family, or your company.

These benefits will extend to part-time and full-time employees of companies.

Health Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance — up to 15% savings!

Life Insurance — up to 30% savings

Disability Income & Critical Illness

Cancer & Accident Policy

Annuities, Retirement, Estate & Financial Planning