Where the Watches Are
Arnold & Son and Angelus have announced a new retail partnership with Watches of Switzerland! As an authorized U.S. sales partner, Watches of Switzerland now offers Arnold & Son and Angelus timepieces for sale online and in-store. The move is a sign of the Swiss brands’ ongoing popularity. watchesofswitzerland.com
More Artistry
Artistry, Ltd. has released its 2024 catalog! The 156-page volume includes Artistry’s products in precious color, semi-precious color, pearl, diamond, gold, and sterling silver. The catalog’s complete and concise product information is everything today’s retail jeweler needs to confidently make sales. artistrylimited.com
We’re Back!
The INSTORE Show is officially returning in 2024! The jewelry industry’s most awaited event comes back August 11-12, 2024, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. Come join us for networking, buying, educational content, the Bench Pressure Challenge, and a genuinely good time with your industry friends. instoremag.com
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Funding For the Future
Jewelry brand KIL N.Y.C. has partnered with Bold.com to launch the KIL N.Y.C. Scholarship for the Jewelry Arts. The scholarship offers $1,000 for a student who is passionate about and committed to pursuing a major in jewelry design. Applications opened during this fall’s NYC Jewelry & Object Show and the deadline is May 20. bold.org
Joined by Gems
The American Gemstone Trade Association (AGTA) has entered into a partnership with Rio Grande Jewelry Supply. The goal is for Rio Grande to fulfill AGTA’s founding vision by offering their customers an expanded selection of ethically sourced gemstones, while AGTA supports the Rio Grande client base by promoting education, disclosures, and industry standards to help jewelers perfect their craft. agta.org
Four Decades of Excellence: How Wilkerson Transformed a Jeweler's Retirement into Celebration
After 45 years serving the Milwaukee community, Treiber & Straub Jewelers owner Michael Straub faced a significant life transition. At 75, the veteran jeweler made a personal decision many business owners understand: "I think it's time. I want to enjoy my wife with my grandchildren for the next 10, 15 years."
Wilkerson's expertise transformed this major business transition into an extraordinary success. Their comprehensive approach to managing the going-out-of-business sale created unprecedented customer response—with lines forming outside the store and limits on how many shoppers could enter at once due to fire safety regulations.
The results exceeded all expectations. "Wilkerson did a phenomenal job," Straub enthuses. "They were there for you through the whole thing, helped you with promoting it, helping you on day-to-day business. I can't speak enough for how well they did." The partnership didn't just facilitate a business closing; it created a celebratory finale to decades of service while allowing Straub to confidently step into his well-earned retirement.
