The recent JIS April 2013 Miami Beach Jewelry Show was “one of, if not the most successful Spring jewelry buying events JIS has ever produced,” said Jewelers International Showcase (JIS) president and CEO Michael Breslow.  JIS reported a solid 10% increase in buyer attendance hailing almost entirely from Latin America and Florida.

(NEW DELHI) - Acting as the “Powered By” partner at the India International Jewellery Week (IIJW) 2013, the International Gemological Institute (IGI) introduced four of its School of Gemology graduates at the event. The students – in partnership with established jewelry manufacturers – were given the opportunity to present their designs on the runway at Pragati Madian on April 12 in New Delhi.

Event sees strong buying, highest-ever attendance

(CHICAGO) - The fifth annual Smart Jewelry Show was held in April at Chicago’s Navy Pier, marking another successful event for independent retailers and the vendors they partner with.

Did you ever feel like you’re riding a unicycle while juggling three oranges? It’s the way business is…and the term multi-tasking has become synonymous with juggling, hasn’t it? 

Bryan Dodge, nationally known motivational speaker, Brad Huisken of IAS Training, John Thedford, David Johns and Jennifer Konistras from Premier Jewelry, and Philip Nulman, marketing expert and news commentator have joined forces to produce the Business Strategies & Solutions Conference to share key strategies and solutions for growing your business and increasing profits in today’s turbulent economy.

(ATLANTA) - Responding to continued demand from its regional retail audience, the Atlanta Jewelry Show will once again offer two GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Lab classes  in conjunction with the August 3-5, 2013 Atlanta Jewelry Show.  Providing a mix of lecture and hands-on training in an action-oriented environment, the GIA Colored Stone Grading Labs will run from Wednesday, July 31 to Friday, August 2  and Saturday, August 3 to Monday, August 5, 2013  at the Cobb Galleria Centre.

Dates: Friday, May 31 – Monday, June 3, 2013

Venue: Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. Las Vegas, Nevada

Opening Hours

JCK Las Vegas: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm May 31 to June 2, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm June 3

Equipment, Technology & Supplies (ETS): 9:30 am - 6:00 pm May 31 to June 2, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm June 3

American Gem Trade Association (AGTA Gem Fair™): Open one day earlier than JCK. 9:30 am - 6:00 pm May 30 to June 2, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm June 3

Organizers: JCK/Reed Exhibitions, 383 Main Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851. Tel: 800-257-3626 or 203-840-5684, Fax: 203-840-5830, e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., website: www.jckonline.com/lasvegas

Contact: Contact JCK at 800-257-3626 or visit www.jckonline.com/lasvegas

Exhibits: JCK Las Vegas presents brands, designers and manufacturers from the United States and around the globe who showcase the broadest array of gold, silver, diamonds, gemstones, platinum, pearls, palladium, timepieces, diamond jewelry, equipment, technology services and supplies.

Exhibitors: 2,500 exhibitors from 22 countries

Visitors: JCK is North America’s leading jewelry event with 22,000 visitors from around the globe. Countries include: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, India, Russia and more.

Who may attend? JCK Las Vegas is the event that unites the global industry. Qualified buyers including independent retailers, high-volume and major retailers, boutiques, department stores, online retailers and wholesalers.

For international visitors, JCK offers invitation letters and visa assistance. International buyer programs include: translation services, VIP lounge access, networking events and more. Please inquire about JCK’s First Time Buyer Program for first-time international buyers. Visit www.jckonline/lasvegas for more information.

About The Show: JCK Las Vegas is North America’s essential buying destination, offering an unmatched experience for both business and networking. The annual event brings you a comprehensive combination of luxury, designer, and international products.

Showcase your passion for jewelry as you enhance your inventory with the latest awe-inspiring designs and most sought after trends while networking alongside the world’s most successful jewelers through JCK’s plethora of networking events.