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August 19, 2021

Jim Lobb joins Uneek Jewelry as Regional VP of Sales – West

Uneek Jewelry is pleased to announce that Jim Lobb will become the Regional Vice President of Sales for the Western US region. Jim brings over 33 years of experience from the watch industry, serving both the Omega and the Cyma Watch Corporations. After enjoying 21 years of working with Simon G, Jim is delighted to join the family of Uneek Jewelry. Uneek’s Vice President of Sales, Cortland, welcomes Lobb, “I have always wanted to work with Jim. He has been a top player in our industry for decades. I consider it a true testament to us, that he is now

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Learn About One of August’s Three Birthstones: Peridot

Peridot takes center stage as one of August’s three birthstones. In this month’s “All About Birthstones” video, Danielle Barber from Suna Bros. tells us why she’s fallen in love with this “go big or go home” apple-green gemstone. Vendors: Are you interested in submitting a video on birthstones? This is your opportunity to share your expertise on birthstones with your fellow members through short, one to three-minute videos discussing the characteristics and qualities of gemstones. Your video will be featured in our semi-monthly Spectra Update and in AGS PRO. To participate, click the button below to fill out our Content Submission form

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Let Them Know You Have Recertified

You’ve completed and passed your 2021 recertification exam. What are you going to do now? Let your clients and community know about this noteworthy achievement! How do you do that? Visit ags.org/recertification and scroll down to the Learn it. Earn it. Share it. section to read about the six ways you can promote your hard-earned credentials. Want to stand out from the competition? Share your digital badge! Check your inbox for an email from our digital badge provider, Credly, indicating that your 2021 recertification digital badge is available for download. The digital badge gives your clients an easy method for

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American Gem Society Legend, Al Woodill, Passes Away at 101 Years Old

It is with a heavy heart that the American Gem Society (AGS) announces the passing of former Executive Director Alfred L. Woodill on August 17, 2021. Mr. Woodill served as the AGS Executive Director from 1947–1987. “We are all heartbroken at the loss of this great man, who was so instrumental in shaping the American Gem Society. Mr. Woodill was a direct link for many of us to Robert M. Shipley himself. But beyond that connection, the legacy he left on our community is immeasurable,” said Katherine Bodoh, RJ, CEO of the American Gem Society and AGS Laboratories. Known to

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