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This legacy fine jewelry company is implementing the start of a “new era.” DAVID WEISZ began with humble beginnings in Satu Mare, Romania, in the early 1900s. David had a custom fine jewelry boutique that was shut down at the start of WWII. David’s son Herman was the sole survivor of the family, who gained possession of a parcel of diamonds from his father, which he managed to smuggle during the war. This remaining heirloom from his family gave Herman the strength and drive to reignite the business in New York. Herman formally established the DAVID WEISZ brand in 1949,

Dallow spent 11 years at the Julius Klein Group and is returning after nearly a decade to lead the company in its marketing, public relations, B2B communications, and sustainable development programs.  Grandview Klein Diamonds (GKD), once part of the Julius Klein Group, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brandee Dallow as Chief Communications & Sustainability Officer, effective January 3, 2023. Dallow spent over 11 years at Julius Klein in the early onset of her career and is returning to the company as it looks towards the future/further growth and expansion. “It’s like returning to family,” Dallow said. “We have

Pink Diamonds November 5, 2022–January 29, 2023 The largest collection of Australian pink diamonds to be shown in the world will transform the Dynamic Earth gallery at Melbourne Museum into a shimmering wonderland from November 5. Museums Victoria is partnering with New York-based LJ West Diamonds, one of the largest collectors of natural color diamonds in the world, to provide an exclusive opportunity for Australians and international visitors to marvel at pink diamonds. The Pink Diamonds exhibition will showcase more than 100 truly unique gemstones found in the Australian Kimberley region. Naturally colored diamonds have long been valued for their

Joe Corey, president of Day’s Jewelers, was recently interviewed by The Zing® Report. Mr. Corey discussed the advantage of the JM® Care Plan. Day’s Jewelers operates eight stores in New Hampshire and Maine, and has been using and benefiting from a care plan offer for over five years now. Click here to read more.

Where can you commune with nature as well as industry movers and shakers? At the first annual Conversations in Park City, the jewelry and gemstone’s leadership retreat, October 14–16, 2022! The three-day immersive experience at the St. Regis Deer Valley resort in Park City, Utah, will gather established and emerging industry leaders and influencers in a retreat environment for networking, education, and unique activities in a fall mountain setting. “We have secured PSFK, a leading voice in retail and consumer experience, to partner with us on event content,” says Mark Smelzer, chief content executive at Jewelers Mutual. “PSFK will be

Recognized as a top-performing insurance company for 12th consecutive year Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company, SI (a stock insurer) has been named one of Ward’s 50® top-performing property-casualty insurance companies for the 12th year in a row. The award acknowledges outstanding financial results in the areas of safety, consistency, and performance over a five-year period from 2017-2021. Top performers on the list are measured by financial stability and ability to grow while maintaining strong capital positions and underwriting results “Being part of Ward’s 50® is an accomplishment we hold in the highest regard, and we are honored to be recognized once

This year, Uneek’s stunning designs went up against some of the best jewelers in the industry for the 2022 INSTORE Design Awards and won for Best Necklace over $5,000, Best Earring over $5,000 and Engagement/Wedding Jewelry over $5,000. INSTORE’s distinguished panel of judges includes six respected retailers and three heavy-hitter media professionals. Each voted for their favorites in a “blind voting” process, while more North American store owners cast their votes to proffer a “Retailer’s Choice” winner in each category. Best Necklace Over $5,000 Winning First place and Retailer’s Choice, our Guinevere’s Soul Kite-Shaped Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold

Black in Jewelry Coalition’s inaugural Together by Design Competition comes to a close Black in Jewelry Coalition (BIJC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting Black professionals in the gem, jewelry and watch industry has completed the two-part contest and competition that awarded a love story winner a custom engagement ring designed by the winning jeweler of the competition. BIJC created the Together by Design (TBD) Competition to spotlight Black love, award an emerging Black designer and increase representation within the jewelry and bridal industry. Phase one of the TBD contest asked couples to share their captivating love stories. Rom, the

The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) has appointed Robert M. Shipley Award® honoree, Douglas K. Hucker, ‎to serve as its next chief executive officer. He will replace Gary Roskin, who has led the association for the past seven years. “We salute Gary on his departure and sincerely express our gratitude for the exemplary job he has done in his leadership role with our association,” said Clement Sabbagh, ICA President. “We are very excited to have an individual as talented and committed as Douglas Hucker, who has a long and proven record of association management excellence, join our team. Doug brings