October 1, 2025

During the closing breakfast of Converge in Carlsbad, CA, on Wednesday, September 10, the American Gem Society (AGS) and the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) jointly recognized law enforcement professionals with the John J. Kennedy Award. The recognition, named after the former president of the Jewelers’ Security Alliance, celebrates those in law enforcement who provide critical support and service to the jewelry industry. This year’s award went to four recipients, each of whom has demonstrated exceptional dedication and effectiveness in tackling organized crime affecting jewelers and the broader gem and jewelry trade. Detective Sergeant Luke Johnson, a 22-year veteran of

By Jewelers Mutual® Group Cyber threats are evolving exponentially and impacting both small and large organizations, including jewelers, especially with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). That means it’s more important than ever to implement robust cybersecurity protocols and best practices in your store. Here is what the team of experts at Jewelers Mutual want you to know: Understanding the Basics is Critical The first step to protecting your business from cybercrime is knowing what cybercrime is, how jewelry businesses can be impacted, and what common threats you and your staff should be looking out for. What is Cybercrime? Cybercrime