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New Podcast, Fundraising Efforts and More Service News for December

Podcast is available now and offers listeners an intimate and exclusive “peek behind the curtain”.

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November 28, 2022

INSTORE Staff Instore December 2022 Issue

New Podcast, Fundraising Efforts and More Service News for December

Industry Insight

Jewelry marketing dream team Liz Kantner of Stay Gold and Laryssa Wirstiuk of Joy Joya have launched a podcast! Success With Jewelry is available now and offers listeners an intimate and exclusive “peek behind the curtain” of all the things you wish you could know about achieving success in our industry. successwithjewelry.com

A Legacy of Love

Gem Legacy has launched a new fundraising initiative to prevent silicosis in the tanzanite mining areas of Merelani, Tanzania. Gem Legacy, a non-profit organization, has committed to buying masks and filters, at a cost of $30 per set-up, for 5,000 miners. gemlegacy.org

Ethical Reading

Ethical Metalsmiths’ online publication, The Source, just celebrated its second anniversary! The Source offers content that helps inspire responsible jewelry practices through education, connection, and action. ethicalmetalsmiths.org

Outstanding Ovals

Facets of Fire diamonds are known for their fire, an effect achieved by etching thousands of intricate nano-prisms onto the pavilion of a natural diamond. This technology is now available in a new shape: Facets of Fire now offers fancy oval-shape diamonds in sizes from 0.25 carats to over 5.00 carats. facetsoffire.com

Brand New Brand

Former founder and CEO of Unique Settings of New York Mel Anda and EVP Johnny Guven have established Kozza & Company, an all-new manufacturer in the heart of the New York City’s Diamond District. Kozza & Company specializes in classic bridal designs, and their first catalog was released in October 2022. kozza.com

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.”