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Jewelry for a Cause: Detroit Label Employs Shelter Women to Get Them Back on Their Feet

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8 years ago

July 7, 2016

INSTORE Staff

Company also provides financial education, legal aid and housing resources.

Founded three years ago by attorney Amy Peterson, the Rebel Nell jewelry line is committed to fighting joblessness in Detroit by employing impoverished women and providing them with additional resources to help them succeed, Refinery 29 writes. Peterson told the media outlet that she finds most of the women at a local shelter who were either escaping physical or emotional abuse or were in financial trouble. Her company also provides monthly financial-literacy classes, wellness classes, legal aid and housing resources with the goal of getting the women out of the shelter within two months after they’ve begun work.

This Third-Generation Jeweler Was Ready for Retirement. He Called Wilkerson

Retirement is never easy, especially when it means the end to a business that was founded in 1884. But for Laura and Sam Sipe, it was time to put their own needs first. They decided to close J.C. Sipe Jewelers, one of Indianapolis’ most trusted names in fine jewelry, and call Wilkerson. “Laura and I decided the conditions were right,” says Sam. Wilkerson handled every detail in their going-out-of-business sale, from marketing to manning the sales floor. “The main goal was to sell our existing inventory that’s all paid for and turn that into cash for our retirement,” says Sam. “It’s been very, very productive.” Would they recommend Wilkerson to other jewelers who want to enjoy their golden years? Absolutely! “Call Wilkerson,” says Laura. “They can help you achieve your goals so you’ll be able to move into retirement comfortably.”