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Ostbye Named RJO’s 2016 Vendor of the Year

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8 years ago

August 8, 2016

INSTORE Staff

(Press Release)
MINNEAPOLIS – Ostbye has been named the Retail Jewelers Organization (RJO) 2016 Vendor of the Year for Finished Goods in recognition of its exceptional sales, service and support. Ostbye had previously won the award in 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.

“We want to thank RJO and their retail members once again for this tremendous honor. It is a privilege to be a part of such an outstanding organization,” says Craig MacBean, president of Ostbye & Anderson.

Ostbye was presented with the award for Vendor of the Year for Finished Goods at the RJO summer show in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Ostbye has been serving the jewelry industry since 1920. Its collections include bridal jewelry, anniversary bands, fashion jewelry, diamond pendants and earrings.

For more information, contact Ostbye at 866-553-1515 or visit ostbye.com.

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