Welcome to the AGS Guild Speaker Listing page! Here, you can explore a lineup of industry experts who are available to speak at Guild meetings. To use the map, click on the green locators below to view the speakers in that area. You can also browse the individual speakers listed below the map. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming an AGS Guild speaker, we encourage you to fill out the Guild Speaker Interest Form.
10 Growth Opportunities in Today’s Jewelry Industry
Selling Bigger Better
The Power of Private Label
Integrating Emotional Intelligence into Your CRM Strategy for Long-lasting Customer Loyalty
Scaling your custom design business to the next level
Moderating
Branding
Operations
How to Win in the Age of Digital Experience
How to Build Brand IMPACT
The Future of Digital Advertising and Marketing
Family Business and Succession Planning
Family Business Transition and Exit Strategies
Leadership and Management
Emeralds – From Mine to Market
Gem Identification – Tools and Tips
Appraisals; in-depth, to the correct standard
ASET
In-Store Security
AGS/GIA joint events
Security in the Jewelry Industry
Cybersecurity
Jewelry Industry Insights – Perception and Reality
Lab-Grown Diamonds – Markets, Guidelines, and Screening Devices
Market Segmentation
Enhancing Your Store Brand
Custom Services for Increased Revenue and Profits
Digital Marketing & Advertising
Understand Data Analytics for Retail
AI for Marketing & Retail
Asset Protection and Store Security
Growing Your Business with Digital Solutions
Cybersecurity Protection
Speak Their Language
Create a FRIEND First
Super Clientelling
Appraisal Basics/Advanced Practices
Best Practices for Repair and Appraisal Departments
Operational Efficiency
Jewelry Appraisals/USPAP
Personnel Management/Recruitment
Client Development
Identifying & Appraising Period & Antique Jewelry
USPAP
Jewelry Appraisal Report Writing
AGS/GIA joint events
Jewelry Design
Color
Fine Art and Culture
Networking/Public Speaking
Team Building
Security/Insurance
Basics of Gemology (Gem Instruments and Identification)
Photomicrography of Gem Inclusions
Diamond Screening and Testing
Industry News and Updates
Analyzing lab-grown versus natural diamonds
Security in the Jewelry Industry
Creating Collectors & Profits
Colored Gemstones
Lapidary & Designer Arts
Wells Fargo Finance Program
American Gem Society private label credit card
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