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Celebration in the Emerald City

This year’s President’s Party is going green. Emerald green, that is, in honor of Seattle’s nickname, the Emerald City! It’s going to be another amazing celebration, happening at the Sheraton Grand Seattle Hotel on Wednesday, April 10 from 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., and sponsored once again by Centurion Jewelry Show! Whether it’s dancing, eating, or just having a good time with your AGS community, this party is going to be a hit. Looking for some great food? Explore the buffet and eat your heart out! Hang out at one of the President’s Party bars, which are prime networking spots!

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Featured Speakers Help You Make an Impact, Market to a Diverse Audience, and Navigate Conflict

Featured speakers provide an added depth to your Conclave education. They are national thought leaders who teach in a variety of industries and are experts in their respective fields. Each year, our featured speakers talk about practical topics that address everyday business challenges. You’ll leave their sessions with new ideas and techniques to help you move your business forward no matter what challenges may come your way. MONDAY, APRIL 8 Emotional Intelligence for Extraordinary Leadership Speaker: Steve Gutzler In today’s fast-paced competitive work environment, how effective are you as a leader? Emotional Intelligence (EI), our ability to manage ourselves and others

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What’s Happening Before Conclave?

Conclave officially starts April 8, but if you can’t wait to get started, arrive early and check out these events! Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practices (USPAP) Course / Saturday April 6 – 7, 2019 Come to Conclave early and take the Personal Property course of the The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). This course will be offered April 6-7, 2019, hosted by AGS appraiser David Rotenberg, Emeritus CGA, and taught by AGS Independent Certified Gemologist Appraiser, Mona Miller, ICGA. The USPAP is the generally recognized ethical and performance standards for the appraisal profession in the United States.

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The Word is Out: Countdown to Conclave 2019

Seattle is a unique and innovative city with such an amazing energy, Our speakers this year are much like our host city in that way. This Conclave will have a wide variety of talent and leading experts, ready to infuse our members with invaluable information they can use in both their professional and personal lives. Alexis Padis, CGA Chair of the International Conclave Committee From improv to improving your business, Conclave 2019 has something for every member. This year, the event will be in Seattle, Washington, April 8-10, 2019, at the Seattle Grand Sheraton. Conclave will feature over 90 educational

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AGS Announces Speaker Lineup for Conclave 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AGS Announces Speaker Lineup for Conclave 2019 Las Vegas, NV (November 6, 2018) – The American Gem Society (AGS) is pleased to announce the keynote and featured speakers for its annual Conclave, which will be held in Seattle, WA, April 8-10 at the Sheraton Grand Seattle. “Seattle is a unique and innovative city with such an amazing energy,” says Alexis Padis, CGA, Chair of the International Conclave Committee. “Our speakers are much like our host city in that way. This year’s Conclave has a wide variety of talent and leading experts, ready to infuse our members with invaluable

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Make Plans for Conclave 2019

Announcing Speaker Lineup and New Enhanced Event Website Conclave 2019 is less than five months away. The American Gem Society (AGS) has announced the lineup of keynote and featured speakers who will motivate, invigorate, and generate laughter amongst all those who attend. “Seattle is a unique and innovative city with such an amazing energy,” says Alexis Padis, CGA, Chair of the International Conclave Committee. “Our speakers are much like our host city in that way. This year’s Conclave has a wide variety of talent and leading experts, ready to infuse our members with invaluable information they can use in both

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American Gem Society Honors Lussier, Chandler, and Bouffard at Annual Circle of Distinction Dinner

The American Gem Society (AGS) held its annual Circle of Distinction Dinner to honor the outstanding accomplishments of key jewelry industry leaders. The distinguished event, held at New York City’s historic Plaza Hotel, celebrated the careers of three, highly-regarded industry professionals. Stephen Lussier, Chief Executive Officer, Forevermark, received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. Terry Chandler, President/CEO, DCA, and David A. Bouffard, Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Signet Jewelers Ltd., were both awarded the distinctive AGS Triple Zero® Award. “I am extraordinarily honored to be recognized by America’s preeminent jewelry industry organization, the AGS,” said Stephen Lussier, accepting his Lifetime Achievement Award. “Diamonds

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