(PRESS RELEASE) DENVER, CO — For the second year, the Ethical Gem Suppliers are excited to be back and in-person at Balefire Goods. Following the tradition of events held every year in Denver, local gallery Balefire Goods, located in Olde Town Arvada, will be graciously hosting the Ethical Gem Suppliers in their Ethical GemFair. The Ethical GemFair will be open to trade only, on September 6 and 7, 2022 at Balefire Goods, located at 7513 Grandview Avenue in Arvada, Colorado.
This buying event is an opportunity to find exceptional gemstones that support the Ethical Gem Suppliers collective belief – that gemstones can be more than beautiful. With a strong commitment to transparency and responsible sourcing in the gemstone supply chain, this collective is made up of brands that each support miners and their communities, provide full traceability, commit to fair pay and treatment for all involved in the supply chain, as well as promoting responsible environmental and health/safety policies for everyone involved.
The brands that make up this collective include Agere Treasures, ANZA Gems, Columbia Gem House, Nature’s Geometry, Perpetuum Jewels, Quore, and Virtu Gem. The brands in attendance for the Ethical GemFair will each have a variety of gemstones with event-only promotions available.
With a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere of Arvada’s local shop, Balefire Goods, attendees are invited to join to shop event specials, meet the individuals that make up this collective and learn more about what it means to buy responsibly sourced gemstones. Registration is free and appointments will be available throughout the event on a first-come basis.
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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.
