The Women in Leadership Scholarship

The American Gem Society (AGS) is proud to offer the AGS Women in Leadership Scholarship. This scholarship aims to encourage the growth, development, and connectivity of driven women professionals who will shape the future of the jewelry industry.

About this Scholarship

The AGS Women in Leadership Scholarship provides one candidate with a complimentary registration to Converge—a groundbreaking joint education and gemological research conference by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and AGS, September 7-10, 2025, in Carlsbad, CA—and a $500 gift card, which may be used toward travel expenses.* In addition, the scholarship recipient will receive personal mentoring with an industry leader who has been selected by AGS based on the goals and interests of the recipient (up to five one-hour sessions). These sessions will provide valuable insights, advice, and guidance on advancing their careers in the jewelry industry.

Applicants will be asked to write a short essay (maximum 500 words) and will be evaluated based on their professional achievements, leadership skills, and potential for future growth and contribution to the industry.

*Additional travel and accommodation costs are the responsibility of the recipient.

Applicants will be asked to write a short essay (maximum 500 words) and will be evaluated based on their professional achievements, leadership skills, and potential for future growth and contribution to the industry. 

Criteria:

1. Must be female or female-identifying.
2. Must be an AGS member in good standing.
3. Can work in any area of the industry: Retailer, supplier, manufacturer, design, or service provider.
4. Career focus can be any field in the industry, including gemology, sales, marketing, HR, legal, and administration.

Thank you for your interest in the AGS Women in Leadership Scholarship. The application period for 2025 is now closed. We will begin accepting next year’s applications in early 2026.