Continental Buying Group (CBG) has announced the programming, speakers, and exhibitor highlights for CBG Las Vegas 2026, taking place May 26–27 at Caesars Palace. The event will bring together 95 retail firms from across North America along with designers, manufacturers, and service providers.
Education and Industry Insight
CBG Las Vegas 2026 features a lineup of speakers and educational programming across several industry segments.
Elizabeth West, presenting for De Beers, will explore the origins of natural diamonds. The presentation offers a consumer-ready narrative about the journey of a natural diamond from source to showcase, with scientific and storytelling components.
Jennifer Shaheen of Technology Therapy Group returns to present her AI education series for CBG members. Building on programming from the January Miami event, Shaheen will address how artificial intelligence is reshaping retail operations, customer engagement, and the jewelry marketplace.
Synchrony Financial and Zillion will also present retail insight and market intelligence focused on consumer trends and member strategy.
The Curated Designer Project Returns
The Curated Designer Project, featured at CBG Miami, returns for CBG Las Vegas 2026. The showcase highlights artisan and designer jewelry brands.
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Returning exhibitors include Chris Ploof Designs and Folium. Joining them is GemologyGeek, founded by gemologist and educator Erica Silverglide, which the company describes as blending scientific passion with wearable artistry.
Introducing the Rising Stars Pavilion
CBG Las Vegas 2026 will debut the Rising Stars Pavilion, a dedicated area spotlighting high-fashion and silver-price-point manufacturers. According to CBG, the pavilion is designed to connect retailers with styles at wholesale prices that support quick turn and strong margins.
CBG says the pavilion is intended to help member retailers identify emerging lines and give suppliers a platform to reach a qualified buying audience.
Welcome: Timepiece Grading Specialists (TGS)
CBG welcomes Timepiece Grading Specialists (TGS) as a new exhibitor. Founded in 2022 by actor and watch collector Fred Savage, TGS provides independent, third-party grading and authentication for pre-owned watches. TGS does not buy or sell watches. Based in Dayton, OH, TGS operates in partnership with Stoll & Co. and is supported by 40 watchmakers covering major luxury brands.
Welcome: Venus Jewel
CBG Las Vegas 2026 also welcomes Venus Jewel as a new exhibitor. Venus Jewel, which CBG describes as one of the most respected names in the diamond industry, offers round and fancy diamonds. CBG members will have the opportunity to meet with the company at the event.
A Community Built on Partnership
CBG also recognized returning supplier partners Heera Moti, Midas Chain, Saban Onyx, and Richline, along with all CBG supplier members.
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CBG Las Vegas 2026 takes place May 26–27, 2026, at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas. For information on exhibiting, attending, or sponsorship opportunities, contact CBG at [email protected].
About Continental Buying Group: Continental Buying Group (CBG) is a North American jewelry industry buying group representing approximately 95 retail member firms and 215 total doors across the United States and Canada, as well as approximately 170 supplier partners. CBG hosts three annual community events focused on industry connections, commerce, and education.
