Ask an Expert: Adding Transparency to Diamond Buying

Published

4 years ago

June 25, 2021

Our industry is built on personal relationships and face-to-face interactions. With international travel still complicated, trust is more difficult than ever to build and maintain. That doesn’t mean it can’t be done. In fact, this presents an opportunity to improve transparency and confidence when it comes to buying diamonds. In this webinar, you’ll hear from experts at IDEX and Jewelers Mutual® Group as they discuss how the Diamond Marketplace powered by IDEX and available on the Zing® platform can improve your diamond buying journey in every way.

Closing With Confidence: How Bailey's Fine Jewelry Achieved Outstanding Results With Wilkerson

When Trey Bailey, President and CEO of Bailey's Fine Jewelry, decided to close the Crabtree location in Raleigh, North Carolina after 15 years, he knew the decision needed to be handled with intention and professionalism. The goal was clear: exit the location while maintaining financial strength and honoring the store's legacy. Having worked with Wilkerson successfully in the past, Bailey understood the value of their comprehensive approach. "They understood both the emotional and financial sides of the store closing sale," Trey explains. "Their reputation for professionalism, results and care made it a very easy decision." The results exceeded expectations. Wilkerson helped Bailey's sell through significant inventory while maintaining the dignity of the closing process. "They don't just run a sale, they help close a chapter in the best way possible," Bailey says, strongly recommending Wilkerson to any jeweler facing a similar transition.