(PRESS RELEASE) The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers took an exciting leap under the visionary leadership of the Chair of Education, Deborah J. Finleon, GIA GG, Certified Master Appraiser and Chair of Education. NAJA announces the launch of a new landing page for the NAJA Appraisal Studies Course.
This new gathering place allows NAJA education to post announcements, let students know when updates to the course have been made, and to easily share items of interest with all students. Some of the new features include:
- A clear outline of the NAJAeducation offerings, with one-click access to enrollment
- Updates and access to our Continuing Education offerings, as they become available
- A blog with articles covering everything from USPAP updates to ways to make your appraisal reports better
- Information about NAJA membership and a link to the main NAJA site
- Access to your course portal
The new access portal located at www.naja-asc.com will assist the appraisal study students in navigating their professionalism. “Although the existing website provides the actual link to the Appraisal Studies Course material, we wanted to offer students more than just access. Now we are able to deliver even more timely updates, share relevant news and articles, and – going forward – link to continuing education to assist the appraiser in providing excellent products and service,” said Finleon.
The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers is the largest membership association specializing exclusive in gem and jewelry appraising and related appraisal issues. NAJA offers education and networking opportunities with knowledgeable appraisal professionals. For further information and interviews, please contact Gail Brett Levine, GIA GG, executive director.
The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers, P. O. Box 18, Rego Park, NY 11374, 718.896.1536, naja.appraisers@netzero.net, www.NAJAappraisers.com
Family Legacy, New Chapter: How Wilkerson Turns 89 Years of History Into Future Success
After 89 years of serving the Albany community, Harold Finkle Your Jeweler faced a pivotal decision. For third-generation owner Justin Finkle, the demanding hours of running a small business were taking precious time away from his young family. "After 23 years, I decided this was the time for me," Finkle explains. But closing a business with nearly nine decades of inventory and customer relationships isn't something easily managed alone.
Wilkerson's comprehensive approach transformed this challenging transition into a remarkable success story. Their strategic planning handled everything from advertising and social media to inventory management and staffing — elements that would overwhelm most jewelers attempting to navigate a closing sale independently.
The results speak volumes. "Wilkerson gave us three different tiers of potential goals," Finkle notes. "We've reached that third tier, that highest goal already, and we still have two weeks left of the sale." The partnership didn't just meet financial objectives—it exceeded them ahead of schedule.
