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GIA Brings Exciting Lineup to Las Vegas Shows

Las Vegas show attendees can experience GIA’s interactive displays, presentations, demos, and Show Service Lab.

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May 24, 2024

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(PRESS RELEASE) CARLSBAD, CA — Experience the world of gemology in person with GIA at Couture and JCK Las Vegas.

Las Vegas show attendees can immerse themselves in what GIA has to offer through interactive displays, informative presentations, hands-on demonstrations and the GIA Show Service Laboratory.

“We are thrilled to once again participate in JCK Las Vegas and Couture where we can connect with industry professionals from around the world,” said Susan Jacques, president and CEO of GIA. “As a trusted resource for gemological knowledge, services and expertise, GIA is committed to advancing excellence and integrity in the global gem and jewelry trade.”

For the full list of GIA JCK Las Vegas activities, including GIA experts in action, visit GIA.edu/jck.

Stop by Couture Lounge Café Noir on Thursday, May 30 where attendees can grab a refreshment and learn how to translate gemological knowledge into engaging customer experiences. These 20-minute sessions, hosted by a GIA instructor, will provide valuable insights and demonstrations using exceptional gemstones from the Institute’s museum.

At booth 15031 on Gallery level 2 at JCK Las Vegas, GIA will host live demonstrations and presentations covering diamond grading, gem identification, jewelry design and jewelry forensics, hands-on interaction with the GIA Gemolite NXT, GIA iD100, and GIA Match iD. Combined, these unique offerings provide valuable insights and practical skills for attendees seeking to enhance their gem and jewelry knowledge.

On-site GIA gemologists with the latest instruments will offer convenient access to colored stone identification and origin services at the GIA Show Service Laboratory in the Venetian. Submissions can be brought to Bassano 2805-2806, Level 2 beginning Thursday, May 30. Capacity is limited; come early to ensure return at the show.

Mingle with industry friends and GIA alumni at MIX IT UP on Friday, May 31, an event co-hosted by the AGS Young Titleholders and GIA’s Alumni Collective. Tickets are available here.

For the latest industry insights from GIA and industry leaders, mark your calendars for:

How to buy diamonds with legitimate source provenance, practical advice to diamond buyers
Date and Time: Sunday, June 2, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: At JCK- Venetian Hotel, Murano Room, Level 3
Industry Update: Natural Diamond Market
Date and Time: Friday, May 31, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Location: At JCK – Showcase Stage, The Venetian Expo, Level 2

When the Kids Have Their Own Careers, Wilkerson Can Help You to Retire

Alex and Gladys Rysman are the third generation to run Romm Jewelers in Brockton, Mass. And after many decades of service to the industry and their community, it was time to close the store and take advantage of some downtime. With three grown children who each had their own careers outside of the industry, they decided to call Wilkerson. Then, the Rysmans did what every jeweler should do: They called other retailers and asked about their own Wilkerson experience. “They all told us what a great experience it was and that’s what made us go with Wilkerson.” says Gladys Rysman. The results? Alex Rysman says he was impressed. “We exceeded whatever I expected to do by a large margin.”