(PRESS RELEASE) ERLANGER, KY – Jewel-Craft Inc, industry leaders in jewelry repair and manufacturing, have been named Vendor of the Year by RJO in the category of “Service/Specialty Goods.” The award comes less than one year after Jewel-Craft completed a very large expansion of their facility, introducing new technology, improved workflow efficiencies and new workspaces for their employees. Jewel-Craft is a proud member of RJO and the award comes as a true surprise. The RJO awards are selected by the retail membership and are given to draw attention to and award outstanding members for excellence in sales, service and support. This marks the second time in ten years Jewel-Craft has been given this recognition from RJO, the first being in 2009.
“We’re surrounded by the best in the industry in our category and we’re humbled to be among them. To win is just so exciting!” says Stefanie Wesdorp Hatfield of the Jewel-Craft founding family.
Jewel-Craft is not only proud to have won the award, but they are also proud of the independent jewelers who have contributed so much to their success. Their customers are more than just an important part of their business, they’re part of the family.
Although Jewel-Craft is known for jewelry repair and manufacturing, additional services also include setting, sizing, casting, appraisals, restringing, and more.
For more information about Jewel-Craft, Inc. or the company’s 70 plus year history, visit www.jewel-craft.com or call 859-282-2400 or 800-525-5482.
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