Platinum Guild International introduces Inoveo Platinum, a revolutionary new alloy that combines all the benefits of platinum with the ease of manufacturing white gold. In this informative session you’ll learn about the importance of proper alloy usage and how it ensures that platinum is the most secure setting for gemstones and Diamonds. Then we’ll share […]

Discover how AI is transforming the jewelry industry, from design to customer experience. This session explores practical applications, real-world examples, and ways to integrate AI for better insights and personalized connections. Learn how AI is shaping the future of jewelry design and how to adapt and thrive in this evolving landscape. Location: Meeting Room 201-203 […]

As with all aspects of the jewelry industry, gemology is a changing science in terms of the kinds of gem materials being examined and the methods and equipment being used to study them. This seminar will look back at the development of gem-testing laboratories, their current scientific activities, and directions they may take in the […]

Iconic American Jewelry Designers and Master Goldsmiths share their vision of the past, the present, and the future of creating high jewelry from dreams, visions, sketches, and blocks of wax to a new world of high tech. You will not want to miss this retrospective of the past 50 years of jewelry making nor the […]

How museum experiences inspire buyers and collectors, and the role museums play with trade fairs and the industry. Location: Meeting Room 201-203 Sponsored By Panel Discussion Moderators: Dr. Gabriela Farfan, Curator, Smithsonian Dr. Gabriela Farfan is the Coralyn Whitney Curator of Gems and Minerals at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. In her role […]

Four different trade editors covering the fine jewelry industry weigh in on their unique audiences and the structure of their coverage. Some focus on the more scientific findings, others highlight retailer tips and more business-focused angles, and all cast a spotlight on innovative minds and critical thinkers that move our industry forward. Location: Meeting Room […]