(PRESS RELEASE) TROY, MI — TJS (The Jewelry Symposium), the jewelry industry’s annual international event dedicated specifically to the advancement of jewelry manufacturing technology, is actively soliciting proposals for original presentations by subject matter experts in the field of jewelry manufacturing and/or technology for its May 2025 edition. The abstract deadline has been extended, with all proposals and abstract form completion due by August 1, 2024. Completed papers will be due in final drafts by January 15, 2025, followed by presentations which are due mid-April.
“Our audience of jewelry makers crave topics on manufacturing, cutting-edge technology, research, best business practices, safety, history, bench work, gemstones, metals, sustainability, and sourcing skilled labor,” says Linus Drogs, TJS board chairman. “The hottest topic for our 2024 symposium proved to be AI and how artificial intelligence will affect how we make jewelry in the future. For 2025, we hope to continue that learning and offer in-depth coverage of other new technologies that will affect our industry, particularly on the craft and manufacturing side.”
“It was my honor to contribute to an event that propels innovation across the jewelry industry, bringing together professionals excited about taking jewelry-making to new heights,” said Al Gilbertson, project manager Cut Research for GIA (Gemological Institute of America). “Participating in the jewelry industry’s main event for groundbreaking research and advancements in metallurgy and manufacturing technology, where trailblazers and international experts gather to exchange ideas, overcome challenges, and build meaningful relationships, did not disappoint. I have been further inspired by those who reached out to me after the event as we explore how to further share our knowledge and experience.”
According to 2024 presenter Dippal Manchanda, technical director and chief assayer for the Birmingham Assay Office, “I chose to speak at TJS because it is an unparalleled platform for sharing innovative research and for advancing industry standards, which ultimately leads to greater consumer protection and product excellence. Presenting my work on the AnchorCert Pro methodology, which significantly helps reduce metal-induced allergic contact dermatitis, was a rewarding experience.”
Mike Magee, senior subject specialist in the Jewelry Manufacturing Arts, Research & Development department of GIA, also presented at the 2024 symposium in May, speaking on the topic of generative AI and its use in jewelry design. He commented, “TJS was a great opportunity to share knowledge and research with colleagues in a supportive environment. As a first-time presenter, I found the staff to be incredibly helpful.”
For anyone seeking to present in 2025, TJS is now accepting submissions until August 1st, 2024. Abstract forms may be downloaded from here.
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For more information regarding TJS, visit here, or call or email Jessa Cast at 505-450-4452 or jessa@thejewelrysymposium.com.
