Market Developments
Susan Eisen helps 'Bedazzle' jewelry fans in TexasSusan Eisen, chief executive officer of Susan Eisen Fine Jewelry and Watches, is the presenting sponsor of a new jewelry exhibition featuring the work of Europe's jewelry masters slated to open March 27 at the El Paso Museum of Art. Read More One of two Carl Greve Jewelers stores closesOne of two independently operated Carl Greve Jewelers stores was recently closed, with the owner of the store pinning the blame on the faltering economy, according to news reports. Read More National Jeweler launches Facebook pageNational Jeweler, the fine jewelry industry's premier source of news and market analysis, today launched a Facebook fan page to enable its audience to interact within a community facilitated by a media brand that jewelers are comfortable and familiar with. Read More Ivanka Trump cancels keynote appearance at WJAThe Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) "Women in the Know" conference slated for Friday will still be packed with information and expert advice for attendees, but those hoping for a glimpse of a famous face may be a bit disappointed. Read More Georgia jeweler closes shop, liquidatesAfter 57 years in business, Andrews Jewelers of Lavonia, Ga., has closed shop, ending its operations with a final sale that the jeweler's liquidation company says exceeded projections by 59 percent. Read More 
Are your 'green,' 'fair-trade' jewelry ads legal?As a growing chorus of jewelry consumers inquires at the counter about environmental impact and fair trade issues, jewelers are increasingly making marketing claims that address those consumer concerns. Read More Two industry marketing firms announce new hiresJewelry marketing firm Fruchtman Marketing and concept marketing firm United Brands both recently announced a number of key appointments. Read More 
Every brand will be world-famous for 15 secondsWhile the jewelry industry has been occupied weathering the economic storm, the Internet (now referred to in business circles as the "digital applications industry"), has been growing and changing--radically. Read More Scholarships now available for JA bench programJewelers of America (JA) has announced that scholarships are now available for its Bench Professional Certification program. Read More With WWD merger dead, Reed to redesign JCK magIndustry trade publication JCK Magazine will remain under the control of Reed Exhibitions after plans to merge with fashion trade journal Women's Wear Daily were "reconsidered," Reed announced Thursday. Read More PGI-USA brings free sales training to NYC areaPlatinum Guild International USA (PGI-USA) will be conducting free sales training seminars in the New York City area next week. Read More Jewelers coax in customers of shuttered rivalsAs unfortunate as store closures are, they also present nearby jewelers who are still in business with a prime opportunity to grab market share and, in this still-difficult retail climate, it's a chance that many need to take. Read More Fruchtman Marketing wins 'Addy' for TV campaignFull-service advertising agency Fruchtman Marketing has taken home a silver "Addy Award" in the Advertising Club of Toledo's annual Addy Awards Competition. Read More America's Best Jewelers panelists share 2010 plansFrom shifting their price points to changing the way they advertise, retailers speaking as part of the America's Best Jewelers (ABJ) panel held at the JA New York Winter Show Monday said they would use their greatest hits and misses of 2009 to create a strategic plan for this year. Read More Opening-day attendance up at JA New York showAs the economy continues its slow recovery, buyers and exhibitors got back to doing business at the JA New York Winter Show, which opened Sunday at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York. Read More ABJ panelists share best online practicesTwo retailers and one marketing expert took the stage early Sunday at the JA New York Winter Show to share their advice on everything online, from search engine optimization to the finer points of using Facebook. Read More PGI-USA offering free platinum Web site contentBearing in mind that consumers tend to pre-shop on the Internet before they buy, Platinum Guild International USA (PGI-USA) has developed a new technology that allows jewelry designers and retailers to customize platinum content for their Web sites. Read More 
JA New York Winter Show opens this weekendWhen the JA New York Winter Show opens at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center this Sunday, jewelers who are there to replenish their showcases post-holiday will also have a chance to take advantage of a full plate of educational offerings and seminars where they can share ideas with peers. Read More 
Forecast: A ripe time to pursue new customers?Jewelers who have survived 2009 will find a weeded-out playing field and a consumer whose confidence will grow as the year progresses-which means it's time to look forward and not back. Read More 
Ga. jeweler teams with YWCA to Stop the ViolenceThe Cumberland Diamond Exchange in Smyrna, Ga., teamed up with its local YWCA to create a Stop the Violence jewelry line intended to draw awareness to the issues of domestic violence and sexual assault. Read More Inhorgenta show in Munich sees double-digit growthOrganizers of Inhorgenta Europe 2010 said attendance was up nearly 15 percent over 2009, and a survey of show visitors and exhibitors revealed an optimistic economic outlook. Read More Mistrial for jeweler accused of wife's murderA judge declared a mistrial Friday after a jury deadlocked in the trial of a New York jeweler accused of killing and incinerating his wife, according to a report from the Associated Press (AP). Read More 
Use store design to build dreamsToday, visual merchandising involves the art of bringing customers into the store, taking them on a visual journey and enticing them to stay. The store should evoke emotion and enable customers to feel special. Read More 
NK Newlook expands to new facility in MiamiNK Newlook, a custom-built furniture manufacturer for the retail industry, has expanded its North American operations, prompted by what it describes as increasing demand from its custom-order clients and luxury brand arm. Read More 
A pop quiz for jewelry executivesThis pop quiz for jewelry executives, crafted by consultant Jan Brassem, is designed to help jewelers gauge what they learned from the recession and help them avoid future missteps, fumbles and wonky strategies. Read More |
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