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“We were encouraged to see an increase in the number of buyers at GemFair and the enthusiasm they brought to the show floor,” stated Douglas K. Hucker, AGTA CEO. “We had steady traffic each day of the show and the buyers were serious about restocking their inventory in a wide variety of gemstones and pearls in all price points.”
Social and networking events saw good numbers as well, including the ICA Reception on February 3 where
The AGTA Seminar Program once again featured some of the industry’s finest speakers. Richard Drucker from Gemworld International, David Brown of the Edge Retail Academy, Leela Hutchison with a presentation on Giant Selenite Crystals, Kate Peterson on behalf of the DCA, Elisabeth Strack on the Chinese Pearl Industry, Dr. Jim Shigley from GIA with their latest research findings and a JVC panel of government agency representatives were just a few of the sessions receiving great feedback from attendees. The MJSA at the Bench Live demonstration area also saw the seats filled for each session by bench experts.
AGTA recorded approximately 25 of the seminars and they will be available shortly. The DVD will contain the audio and PowerPoint presentations and will be provided at no charge to AGTA members and for only $50 to non-members – contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 800-972-1162 to order.
The AGTA is an Association of natural colored gemstone and cultured pearl industry professionals, dedicated to promoting the natural colored gemstone trade. The Association pursues this mission through the combined use of educational programs, industry events and publicity to both the trade and consumer. AGTA - The Authority in Color.
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