JA in the News

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.

Jewelers of America has announced the winners of its CASE Awards design competition! For over 30 years, Jewelers of America's design competition has celebrated the custom design craftsmanship of JA Members nationwide. The 10 pieces below were selected as the first place winners in their categories for showcasing the most creativity, artistry, style and excellence in design. Click through to see all the winning pieces from JA Members across the country.

New York, NY – Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, has announced the winners of its 32nd annual CASE Awards jewelry design competition. The CASE Awards, JA’s national design competition, recognizes JA Members who exhibit creativity, artistry, style and excellence in jewelry design.

Jewelers of America is proud to announce our  20 Under 40 list, a new recognition program that spotlights the best and brightest young professionals across the country who exemplify leadership skills and a commitment to bringing joy to their customers' lives through jewelry.

New York, NY – Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, has announced the recipients of the 20 Under 40 in Jewelry Retail List. Jewelers of America’s 20 Under 40 is a new recognition program that celebrates young professionals who exemplify leadership skills and a commitment to elevating jewelry retail for tomorrow’s jewelry consumers.

New York, NY – Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, is accepting entries for CASE Awards, its national jewelry design competition. The CASE Awards honor JA Members who exhibit creativity, artistry, style and excellence in jewelry design. The CASE Awards competition is open to all employees of JA Member retailers and suppliers. Employees of JA Member companies can enter through March 22, 2022.

 
In these uncertain times, giving a gift that shows love and appreciation is more important than ever. Jewelry is meaningful gift that will not only show your loved ones how much you care, but will also be a something they can treasure for years. Jewelers of America spokesperson Amanda Gizzi appeared on morning shows nationwide to showcase this season's top jewelry gifts from Jewelers of America members, including diamond essentials, chain links, and heart shapes. Click through our gallery to see her 2021 holiday picks!