Converge 2025 Preview: Visionary Keynotes and Watch Industry Insights
Opening keynote, Dr. Beau Lotto, and closing keynote, Sekou Andrews, share more about what they’ll bring to the stage—and how their insights can help shift your mindset in both your business and your daily life. And if you haven’t explored the sessions from the American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute, take a moment. They offer practical guidance you […]
Jewelry Evaluation Advisor | June 2025
The following professionals have recently earned the prestigious designation of Jewelry Evaluation Advisor™ (JEA) by the American Gem Society: Elizabeth Allen, CSA, JEA B.C. Clark, Inc. Oklahoma City, OK Erik Chalfant, CSA, JEA Padis Jewelry San Francisco, CA Taylor R. Cook, RJ, JEA B.C. Clark, Inc. Oklahoma City, OK Sue Grunow, RJ, JEA Jim Kryshak […]
Certified Sales Associate | June 2025
The following professionals have recently earned the prestigious designation of Certified Sales Associate (CSA) by the American Gem Society: Andrew Green, CSA Wesche Jewelers Melbourne, FL Bethany Hansford, CSA Avenue Jewelers Appleton, WI Lianda Landman, CSA Rothschild Trading Co. Pittsburgh, PA Katelynn Lippert, CSA Avenue Jewelers Appleton, WI Kara McGuire, CSA Avenue Jewelers Appleton, WI […]
Registered Supplier | June 2025
The following professional has recently earned the prestigious designation of Registered Supplier (RS) by the American Gem Society: Denise Ross, RS Playful Opals, LLC Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Registered Jeweler | June 2025
The following professionals have earned the prestigious title of Registered Jeweler (RJ) by the American Gem Society: Emma Blackwood, RJ Huffords Jewelry, Inc. Saint Louis, MO Jude Dutille, RJ Dutille’s Jewelry Design Studio Lebanon, NH Don Johnson, RJ Goldsteins Jewelers Mobile, AL Tom Pane, RJ Graham Jewelers Wayzata, MN
Certified Gemologist® | June 2025
The following professional has recently earned the prestigious title of Certified Gemologist® (CG) from the American Gem Society: Jessica Kohoutek, CG Redlands Jewelers Redlands, CA
Beatrice Shipley and Women in Leadership Scholarships Awarded for 2025
The American Gem Society (AGS) and the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) recently announced the recipients of the 2025 Beatrice Shipley Scholarship. Additionally, AGS has awarded a recipient for the Women in Leadership Scholarship. Beatrice Shipley Scholarship: Blake Graham, CSA This year’s Beatrice Shipley Scholarship, presented in collaboration with GIA (Gemological Institute of America), has been […]
Essential Business Insights: Four Must-Attend Sessions at Converge
Today’s jewelry professionals are navigating a dynamic landscape that extends far beyond the showroom floor. Converge’s Business Management sessions are designed to equip you with tools to stay competitive and resilient—from understanding consumer financing and sustainable practices to unraveling complex global trade policies. These sessions bring together experts who will help you interpret and respond […]
How to Protect Your Jewelry Business When the Power Goes Out
By Jewelers Mutual® Group There are many reasons the power could go out at your jewelry business that don’t involve crime. High winds from a storm, a traffic accident, a planned outage, or simply the handiwork of a critter chewing on power lines can all cause power outages and have the potential to disrupt your […]
Ruby: One of the Original Precious Gems
By Andrea Venn, Ph.D., CGA, JEA If you’re looking to enhance your jewelry collection with one of the original precious gems, ruby may be the perfect fit for you. Ruby is the red form of corundum. Corundum can be seen in multiple hues due to trace elements. The trace element chromium gives corundum its red […]