JA in the News

Jewelers of America teamed up with Jewelers Mutual Group to host a Multifaceted Learning Workshop on Saturday, April 22, at the Alabama Jewelers Association Convention. The one-day educational workshop consisted of interactive sessions, networking, and speakers designed to increase profitability and propel jewelry businesses forward. 

New York, NY – Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, has teamed up with Jewelers Mutual Group to host a Multifaceted Learning Workshop on Saturday, April 22, at the Alabama Jewelers Association Convention. The one-day educational workshop will feature interactive sessions, networking, and speakers that are designed to increase profitability and propel your business forward. 

New York, NY – Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, has launched a comprehensive Jewelry Industry Salary Study. The study will provide critical data for JA's updated Guide to Careers in the Jewelry Industry, which is being revamped to better attract a younger, more diverse pool of talent to the industry.

New York, NY – Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, is seeking nominations for the best and brightest rising talents in jewelry retail to be featured on Jewelers of America’s 20 Under 40 list. The list, which began in 2022, shines a spotlight on jewelers who exemplify leadership skills and a commitment to elevating jewelry retail for tomorrow’s jewelry consumers.

Jewelers of America has continued our ongoing partnership with stylist Cary Fetman of ABC's The Bachelorette to feature jewelry from Jewelers of America Members on the lead Bachelorette. This season featured two Bachelorettes, Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia, on their journey to find love. Check out some of the amazing jewelry worn on the two leading ladies  from Jewelers of America Members Aurelie Gi, Brevani, Charles & Colvard, Dilamani, Le Vian,  Samuel B., Shy Creation, Smiling Rocks and 302 Fine Jewelry.

Looking for something extra special this year? Jewelry is the perfect meaningful surprise that will last through generations.

New York, NY – Diamond Council of America (DCA) – a non-profit organization that provides quality, affordable distance education and the opportunity to earn professional certifications in diamonds, colored gemstones and fine jewelry sales, and Jewelers of America (JA) – the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, have reopened the Jewelers Relief Fund. The Jewelers Relief Fund, originally created in 2017, is a GoFundMe account that is collecting donations for independent jewelers whose stores sustained physical damage from Hurricane Ian.

New York, NY – Jewelers of America members took to Capitol Hill, meeting with lawmakers to discuss policies and issues that are impacting their businesses. The fly-in, led by the Jewelers of America Political Action Committee (JAPAC), was held on Wednesday, September 14. JAPAC is the only political action committee representing the fine jewelry industry in Washington, D.C.

New York, NY – Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, has elected four new Directors to its Board of Directors. The Directors were officially elected on July 21, 2022, at Jewelers of America’s annual general meeting (AGM).

New York, NY – National Jeweler, the publication that has been delivering industry news since 1906, has inducted six seasoned jewelry retailers into its Retailer Hall of Fame. The 2022 inductees are Christina Gandia Gambale and Jennifer Gandia of Greenwich St. Jewelers, Paul Schneider and Lauren Eulau of Twist, and Harvey and Maddy Rovinsky of Bernie Robbins Jewelers.