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Color coordinating at Solomons JewelersMarc Solomon, owner of Solomons Jewelers, wants potential brides on New York's Long Island to dream in color when it comes to their engagement rings. Read More 
Robbins Brothers hosts red carpet proposalIn tough times, industry experts recommend that retail jewelers strengthen their customer service. One Southern California retailer has been doing just that, recently going above and beyond to facilitate a dream proposal. Read More 
Traditional Jewelers: One to watchRenowned for its deluxe jewelry and watch selection, as well as exceptional customer service, Traditional Jewelers is a Southern California institution. So, Erik Halfacre, the new company president who just turned 30, knows he has some big shoes to fill. Read More 
Long's team-focused Rottenberg joins Hall of FameLong's Jewelers Chief Executive Officer Bob Rottenberg credits his strong team as he gets inducted into the National Jeweler Retailer Hall of Fame in the multi-store independent category. Read More 
Hall of Fame inductee Eiseman goes extra mileThe willingness to make it right and to personalize the client experience distinguishes Richard Eiseman Jr. of Eiseman Jewels in Dallas, who was inducted Friday into National Jeweler's Retailer Hall of Fame in the single-store independent category. Read More 
For one Philly jeweler, a rose is foreverDiamonds might be a girl's best friend but, in this economy, they're not always the top Valentine's Day pick for guys forced to pinch pennies. Read More 
Case study of Wis. jeweler reveals tips for peersGoodman's Jewelers first opened its doors in 1933, after University of Minnesota track-and-field star Irwin Goodman migrated to Madison, Wis., and convinced his family to buy a failing jewelry business. Read More 
'Passion' party fires up sales at NortheasternWhen Ray Bleser, owner and founder of Northeastern Fine Jewelry, a four-store chain based in upstate New York and Vermont, decided to unveil the store's new Passion Cut diamond to the public, a party seemed like the obvious choice. Read More 
N.J.'s George Press Fine Jewelers toasts 30 yearsGeorge Press Fine Jewelers wrapped up 2009 on a high note. In November, the retailer toasted its 30th anniversary and commemorated three decades in business by inviting close friends and family to an exclusive cocktail reception at its Livingston, N.J. showroom. Read More 
Jewelers hold special events for military familiesCartersville, Ga. and Riverside, Calif.--Cartersville Jewelry Exchange and Robbins Brothers, The Engagement Ring Store, recently held special promotional events to support members of military families. Read More 
Hurricane Katrina strengthens jeweler's businessBig Easy jeweler Valobra Jewelry and Antiques lost business to Hurricane Katrina, but the setback inspired some smart moves, including the opening of a new store in Houston. Read More 
Poole's and Parle partner for breast cancerYuba City, Calif.--Poole's Jewelers and jewelry manufacturer Parle partnered recently to celebrate women who have battled breast cancer. Read More Jeweler to auction $10K shopping spreeAlbany, N.Y.--After this year's "Dreams Do Come True" Celestial Ball, a benefit for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, one lucky guest will be returning home having nabbed a $10,000 jewelry shopping spree. Read More 
Is interactive the next act for jewelers?From glassless display cases to tools that let customers use touch screens to search inventories or build their own custom jewelry and watches, cutting-edge jewelers are getting interactive. Read More 
O.C. Tanner completes $24 million renovationSalt Lake City--After a $24 million investment, Utah retailer O.C. Tanner has opened its new flagship in a Salt Lake City landmark. Read More 
In Florida, Congress is back in sessionSanibel Island, Fla.--A name that has been a fixture in south Florida for 25 years will return to retailing next week. Read More 
BeadforLife party helps lift women out of povertyAlvin Goldfarb Jeweler hosted a weeklong gathering for BeadforLife, a five-year-old nonprofit that sells beaded jewelry made by women in the slums of Kampala--Uganda’s capital city--to consumers in the United States. Read More 
Why are jewelers hiding jewelry?A handful of retailers have taken to hiding pieces of jewelry all over town as part of a strategy that mixes marketing with a bit of mystery. Read More 
Traditional Jewelers founders' son named presidentNewport Beach, Calif.--Southern California's Traditional Jewelers turned 30 with a big bash that included a marching band, a party with hundreds of guests and a surprise announcement. Read More Retailer, radio station to give away wild vacationWashington--Mervis Diamond Importers is teaming up with an airline and a Washington radio station to give away 10-day trips to South Africa. Read More Wisc. jeweler indicted in money laundering caseMilwaukee--A federal grand jury has issued an indictment alleging that Harry Glinberg, owner of Harry C. Glinberg Jewelers in Wauwatosa, Wisc., engaged in money laundering to avoid reporting transactions that involved the proceeds of drug trafficking, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office in Milwaukee. Read More 
Jeweler, talk show raising money for 9/11 fundPhiladelphia--Jeweler Steven Singer is teaming up with a nationally syndicated, radio talk show host with the goal of raising more than a million dollars for the Flight 93 National Memorial Fund via a commemorative pin. Read More 
Top jewelers share 4Q marketing plansThe economic crisis means fewer consumers willing to splurge on fine jewelry, so jewelers must know when, where and how to find those who still want to buy diamonds and gold. Read More 
Jeweler taps into innovationAlbany, N.Y.--Jeff Weiss and his staff went through three architects before they settled on one who they were confident could capture the vision they had for Glennpeter Jewelers' first-ever standalone store. Read More Mervis to host $20K 'diamond dig'Washington--To celebrate the launch of its new Web site, MervisDiamond.com, Mervis Diamond Importers will host a "diamond dig" on Aug. 28. Read More |
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