AGS Way Scholarship Spotlight: Adrien Kim
“I am the Director of Operations at Pompos Jewelry Corporation. I am GIA GG and AJP. Before GIA, I graduated with Jewelry Design and JDT and acquired Metalsmithing and Wax Modeling certificates in Florence, Italy. While studying and working as a jewelry designer in Italy, I did not know about AGS, its mission and impact […]
Young Titleholder Committee Member Spotlight: Gabriel Angulo of Pompos Jewelry
We’re excited to introduce Gabriel Angulo who recently joined the Young Titleholders Committee. He was purposely picked for the social media subcommittee as he exhibits a phenomenal social media presence through his own company, Pompos Jewelry (Instagram: @pompos_jewelry_ ). Learn more about Gabriel’s journey with the AGS and the YTs below! Hello everyone, My name is […]
Young Titleholder Committee Member Spotlight: Tigren Dorian of Dorian & Rose
Tigren is a friend and trusted colleague to many in our industry. He is also a member of the Young Titleholders (YTs). Please read about his amazing journey through the American Gem Society and the YTs below. Tigren is also part of our mentorship program. If you are seeking mentorship and think he is a […]
Community News: GIA Brings Exciting Lineup to Las Vegas Shows!
Panel discussions, hands-on demonstrations and the GIA Show Service Laboratory Experience the world of gemology in person with GIA at Couture and JCK Las Vegas. Las Vegas show attendees can immerse themselves in what GIA has to offer through interactive displays, informative presentations, hands-on demonstrations and the GIA Show Service Laboratory. “We are thrilled to […]
Community News: Gemist Licenses It’s Proven Technology Solutions to the Jewelry Industry
Brands and retailers can now partner with Gemist to utilize their cutting-edge visualization technology for online and in-store growth Gemist is now licensing its data-backed and proven technology to the jewelry industry. With this new B2B model, Gemist is partnering with brands and retailers to enable interactive omnichannel user experiences that bridge the gap between […]
Community News: GIA Introduces Printed AGS Ideal Reports
A limited-time discount is available on this report GIA (Gemological Institute of America), the world’s foremost authority in gemology, is now offering printed AGS Ideal® Reports. This report complements a GIA diamond grading report to capture a diamond’s beauty holistically. The AGS Ideal Report measures light performance, including brightness, fire, and contrast, from center to […]
Community News: AGS and GIA Announce Joint Event for September 2025
‘Converge’ brings together AGS Conclave and GIA Symposium Two leading gem and jewelry industry events will come together in September 2025, offering insight into cutting-edge gemological research, education, training, and opportunities for gem and jewelry professionals to network on a global level. Converge, to be held September 7–10, 2025, will unite Conclave, the American Gem […]
Community News: GIA Publishes New Book About Hollywood Jeweler William Ruser
First book about the jeweler to the stars in Hollywood’s Golden Age The story of the life and stellar jewelry career of William Ruser is brought to life in a newly published book, William Ruser: The Jeweler Who Charmed Hollywood, written by GIA Research Librarian Judy Colbert and Co-Author Peggy Tsiamis. Ruser is remembered for […]