Community News: Uneek Jewelry Wins Big at 2025 JCK Design Competition
Uneek Jewelry dazzles again, taking Influencer Choice Winner for Best Colored Diamond Jewelry at the 2025 JCK Design Competition with its show-stopping “Two Hearts, One Sparkle” earrings with over twelve carats of precisely matched fancy yellow pear-shape natural diamonds flowing in diamond set connectors and further decorated with sixty-eight diamonds. “Capturing nature’s sunny palette in […]
Learn from the Experts at GIA: Hands-On Education at Converge
Gemological Institute of America’s (GIA) hands-on sessions at Converge are an exceptional opportunity to explore the science behind the sparkle. With expert instruction and real-world applications, these five sessions cover topics such as jewelry forensics, photomicrography, and an in-depth understanding of colored stones. You’ll walk away from these sessions with insights that only GIA can […]
Sekou Andrews to Close Converge – Breakout Sessions Now Live
The American Gem Society (AGS) and Gemological Institute of America (GIA) are excited to announce that Sekou Andrews—an award-winning poet and entrepreneur who blends inspirational speaking with spoken word poetry—will deliver the closing keynote at Converge 2025. His performance will be on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. PT at the Omni La Costa […]
Supplier Spotlight: K & D Diamonds
K & D Diamonds, founded by David Dresdner in the heart of New York City’s Diamond District, is a trusted name in natural diamonds with a heritage spanning three generations. Specializing in primarily GIA-certified stones, the company has served the diamond industry for over thirty years. “We were trained virtually from birth,” says David. K […]
Top Cybersecurity Threats to Watch for at Jewelry Trade Shows
By Jewelers Mutual® Group Jewelry trade shows offer great opportunities to connect, explore new trends, and grow your business. However, with huge crowds, high-value merchandise, and constant activity, they are prime targets for cybercriminals. A single misstep, like joining the wrong Wi-Fi or clicking a malicious link, can put your business at serious risk. Here […]
What You Need to Know About ACH Payments
By Jim A. Luff, Association Relationship Manager, Aurora Payments With paper checks expected to be phased out by 2027, the term “ACH payments” has become a frequent phrase. You likely know what an ACH payment is, but perhaps don’t know what “A-C-H” stands for. We can thank the United States Air Force for the concept […]
Jewelry Evaluation Advisor | April 2025
The following professionals have recently earned the prestigious designation of Jewelry Evaluation Advisor™ (JEA) by the American Gem Society: Jacquelyn Banks, JEA Helzberg #158 Evansville, IN Eva Buel, JEA Marks Jewelers Montgomeryville, PA Alexa Edwards, JEA David Fairclough Ltd., Fine Jeweler Toledo, OH Krysta Fairclough, JEA David Fairclough Ltd., Fine Jeweler Toledo, OH Sean C. […]
Certified Sales Associate | April 2025
The following professionals have recently earned the prestigious designation of Certified Sales Associate (CSA) by the American Gem Society: Andrew Bopp, CSA Jack Lewis Jewelers Bloomington, IL Erik Chalfant, CSA Padis Jewelry San Francisco, CA Kendra C. Claxton, CSA Maxon Fine Jewelry Springfield, MO Gannon Engels, CSA The Diamond Room Sioux Falls, SD Liz Guerrero, […]
Registered Jeweler | April 2025
The following professionals have earned the prestigious title of Registered Jeweler (RJ) by the American Gem Society: Kendall L. Burhans, RJ McGuire’s Jewelers Tucson, AZ Franco Carranza Delgado, RJ Carranza y Carranza San Pedro Garza Garcia, Mexico Whitney Congress, RJ Congress Jewelers, LLC Fort Myers, FL Jeff Guntzviller, RJ Miners North Jewelers Traverse City, MI […]
Certified Gemologist® | April 2025
The following professionals have recently earned the prestigious title of Certified Gemologist® (CG) from the American Gem Society: Dave Bindra, CG B&B Fine Gems Los Angeles, CA MIchelle M. Perrin, CG Thollot & Co Thornton, CO