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New Dates for JCK Las Vegas and More Service News This Month

Plus a rare opportunity from VAWAA.

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4 years ago

March 19, 2020

INSTORE Staff Instore April 2020 Issue

New Dates for JCK Las Vegas and More Service News This Month

Vacation Education

The new program Vacation with an Artist (VAWAA) offers the rare opportunity to sign up for short-term mini-apprenticeships with master makers around the world. Why not turn travel into an opportunity to connect deeply with your craft and benefit from the experience of a gifted mentor? vawaa.com

Trading Post

The Rapaport Jewelry Catalog is a trading platform featuring a curated selection of estate jewelry and certified natural pearls. Retailers and dealers can use the platform to trade with each other as well as consumers. Sellers are invited to submit estate jewelry for inclusion in the catalog. jewelry.rapaport.com

More Melee

The gorgeously curated Melee Show has announced the dates of its summer 2020 edition. This chic fine jewelry trade show returns to the High Line Hotel in New York City on Aug. 8, 9, and 10. meleetheshow.com

Schedule Shuffle

The 2020 dates for JCK Las Vegas have changed. On Monday, June 1, Global Gemstone and The Exchange will be open for additional time to shop and JCK Talks opens for education sessions before JCK Las Vegas begins on Tuesday, June 2. lasvegas. jckonline.com

Brite Future

BriteCo, an innovative appraisal and insurance technology company, announced that IDEX, the leading online diamond trading platform for professional diamond traders, has become its preferred source for diamond pricing. brite.co

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.”