﻿{"id":1627,"date":"2014-03-10T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2014-03-10T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/?guid=f0cb2887307592771196f94625eadf6d"},"modified":"2014-03-10T16:00:03","modified_gmt":"2014-03-10T16:00:03","slug":"pgis-platinum-innovation-awards-in-their-5th-year-submissions-due-april-10th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/2014\/03\/10\/pgis-platinum-innovation-awards-in-their-5th-year-submissions-due-april-10th\/","title":{"rendered":"PGI&#8217;s Platinum Innovation Awards in their 5th Year!  Submissions Due April 10th"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;\"><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\"><br \/><\/span><\/div>\n<p><b><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>PGI IS HAVING AN ANNIVERSARY!<\/b><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>PLATINUM GUILD INTERNATIONAL USA ANNOUNCES&nbsp;<\/b><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>THE FIFTH ANNIVERSARY&nbsp;<\/b><b><\/p>\n<div style=\"display: inline !important;\"><b>OF THE PLATINUM INNOVATION AWARDS SUBMISSIONS DUE APRIL 10th<\/b><\/div>\n<p><\/b><\/div>\n<p><\/b><br \/>Since its inception in 2010, the Platinum Innovation Awards have served to spark inspiration and excitement amongst the jewelry trade and to increase the passion for platinum design.  Platinum Guild International (PGI USA) in conjunction with JCK Las Vegas is pleased to continue the momentum on the fifth anniversary of the competition and announce a call for entries for the JCK 2014 Platinum Innovation Awards.  The Awards will be held at JCK Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay, May 30 through June 1, 2014. The deadline to submit design information and images is April 10, 2014 and complete platinum product submissions are due April 25, 2014. Exhibitors from JCK, as well as the LUXURY, Elite Enclave and AGTA Shows are welcome to participate.<\/span><\/p>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;\"><br \/><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kZJVfWi-T0c\/Uxwj_SihAnI\/AAAAAAAAmIQ\/rIfjndH6bMw\/s1600\/PGI01-6107-402-1.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kZJVfWi-T0c\/Uxwj_SihAnI\/AAAAAAAAmIQ\/rIfjndH6bMw\/s1600\/PGI01-6107-402-1.jpg\" data-pinit=\"registered\" height=\"590\" width=\"640\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;\"><\/p>\n<p>The fifth year of the competition welcomes new elements.  PGI-USA is pleased to collaborate with the American Gem Trade Association who will sponsor the Platinum and Colored Gemstone category open to AGTA members only. Additionally, to commemorate the fifth year of the competition, PGI USA is introducing a new anniversary themed design challenge category where designers are encouraged to design one platinum piece inspired by the traditional five-year anniversary gift of wood.  The category offers designers a true opportunity to express their individuality and creativity by exploring the theme however they see fit. <\/p>\n<p><b>The full list of categories is as follows:<\/b><br \/>Fifth Anniversary Platinum Innovation Awards Challenge<br \/>Platinum Engagement Ring<br \/>Entry Platinum Engagement Ring (settings under $2500 retail)<br \/>Platinum Wedding Band<br \/>Platinum Men\u2019s Jewelry<br \/>Everyday Platinum Fashion Jewelry (women\u2019s)<br \/>Platinum Red Carpet Jewelry<br \/>AGTA Platinum and Colored Gemstone Jewelry<\/p>\n<p>Entrants for the Platinum Innovation Awards can log on to the site at <a href=\"http:\/\/platinumguild.com\/en-US\/news-press\/platinum-innovation-awards\">http:\/\/platinumguild.com\/en-US\/news-press\/platinum-innovation-awards<\/a> to view guidelines, FAQs, and to submit.   <\/p>\n<p>Entrants are welcome to submit up to one design per category and will automatically become \u201cnominees\u201d into this year\u2019s competition upon submission. All supplied photos will be featured on PGI USA\u2019s press website<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pgi-press.com\/\">www.pgi-press.com<\/a>. Awards will be granted twice in each category, based on one Editor\u2019s Choice and one Buyer\u2019s Choice Award.  One special Best in Show award will go to the design that receives the highest, cumulative number of votes. Judging will begin on May 6th at an exclusive Editor Preview Event in New York City. Editor\u2019s choices will not be revealed until after the buyers have voted at the shows.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Platinum Innovation Awards have become an industry trademark amongst those who are passionate about working in platinum\u201d says PGI-USA CEO Huw Daniel. \u201cWith each contest, we see increased ingenuity and a sense of pride in participation.  We are excited to see what the new element in the competition will inspire and anticipate that we will see the greatest level of innovation in platinum design to date.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Winners in each of the eight categories will be announced on June 1, 2014, and will receive a generous promotional benefits package.<\/p>\n<p>For complete details and to submit your best platinum designs, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.platinumguild.com\/\">www.platinumguild.com<\/a>.   The deadline for all entries is April 10, 2014. <\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Z2O_I5IID9g\/UxwkI4DCIYI\/AAAAAAAAmIk\/m4tNakcI1xk\/s1600\/logo_pt.gif\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"><img border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Z2O_I5IID9g\/UxwkI4DCIYI\/AAAAAAAAmIk\/m4tNakcI1xk\/s1600\/logo_pt.gif\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div><span style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;\">About PGI-USA:<br \/>Platinum Guild International is dedicated to promoting platinum and its, pure, rare and eternal qualities to the consumer and the jewelry trade.  PGI has offices in each of the world&#8217;s major jewelry markets, providing information, assistance and education on all aspects of platinum jewelry. For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.platinumguild.com\/\">www.platinumguild.com<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span><\/p>\n<div><span><br \/><\/span><\/div>\n<p><b><\/p>\n<div><b>PGI IS HAVING AN ANNIVERSARY!<\/b><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><b>PLATINUM GUILD INTERNATIONAL USA ANNOUNCES&nbsp;<\/b><\/div>\n<div><b>THE FIFTH ANNIVERSARY&nbsp;<\/b><b><\/p>\n<div><b>OF THE PLATINUM INNOVATION AWARDS SUBMISSIONS DUE APRIL 10th<\/b><\/div>\n<p><\/b><\/div>\n<p><\/b><br \/>Since its inception in 2010, the Platinum Innovation Awards have served to spark inspiration and excitement amongst the jewelry trade and to increase the passion for platinum design.  Platinum Guild International (PGI USA) in conjunction with JCK Las Vegas is pleased to continue the momentum on the fifth anniversary of the competition and announce a call for entries for the JCK 2014 Platinum Innovation Awards.  The Awards will be held at JCK Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay, May 30 through June 1, 2014. The deadline to submit design information and images is April 10, 2014 and complete platinum product submissions are due April 25, 2014. Exhibitors from JCK, as well as the LUXURY, Elite Enclave and AGTA Shows are welcome to participate.<\/span><\/p>\n<div><span><br \/><\/span><\/div>\n<div><a href=\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kZJVfWi-T0c\/Uxwj_SihAnI\/AAAAAAAAmIQ\/rIfjndH6bMw\/s1600\/PGI01-6107-402-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kZJVfWi-T0c\/Uxwj_SihAnI\/AAAAAAAAmIQ\/rIfjndH6bMw\/s1600\/PGI01-6107-402-1.jpg\" height=\"590\" width=\"640\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div><span><\/p>\n<p>The fifth year of the competition welcomes new elements.  PGI-USA is pleased to collaborate with the American Gem Trade Association who will sponsor the Platinum and Colored Gemstone category open to AGTA members only. Additionally, to commemorate the fifth year of the competition, PGI USA is introducing a new anniversary themed design challenge category where designers are encouraged to design one platinum piece inspired by the traditional five-year anniversary gift of wood.  The category offers designers a true opportunity to express their individuality and creativity by exploring the theme however they see fit. <\/p>\n<p><b>The full list of categories is as follows:<\/b><br \/>Fifth Anniversary Platinum Innovation Awards Challenge<br \/>Platinum Engagement Ring<br \/>Entry Platinum Engagement Ring (settings under $2500 retail)<br \/>Platinum Wedding Band<br \/>Platinum Men&rsquo;s Jewelry<br \/>Everyday Platinum Fashion Jewelry (women&rsquo;s)<br \/>Platinum Red Carpet Jewelry<br \/>AGTA Platinum and Colored Gemstone Jewelry<\/p>\n<p>Entrants for the Platinum Innovation Awards can log on to the site at <a href=\"http:\/\/platinumguild.com\/en-US\/news-press\/platinum-innovation-awards\">http:\/\/platinumguild.com\/en-US\/news-press\/platinum-innovation-awards<\/a> to view guidelines, FAQs, and to submit.   <\/p>\n<p>Entrants are welcome to submit up to one design per category and will automatically become &ldquo;nominees&rdquo; into this year&rsquo;s competition upon submission. All supplied photos will be featured on PGI USA&rsquo;s press website<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pgi-press.com\/\">www.pgi-press.com<\/a>. Awards will be granted twice in each category, based on one Editor&rsquo;s Choice and one Buyer&rsquo;s Choice Award.  One special Best in Show award will go to the design that receives the highest, cumulative number of votes. Judging will begin on May 6th at an exclusive Editor Preview Event in New York City. Editor&rsquo;s choices will not be revealed until after the buyers have voted at the shows.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;The Platinum Innovation Awards have become an industry trademark amongst those who are passionate about working in platinum&rdquo; says PGI-USA CEO Huw Daniel. &ldquo;With each contest, we see increased ingenuity and a sense of pride in participation.  We are excited to see what the new element in the competition will inspire and anticipate that we will see the greatest level of innovation in platinum design to date.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>Winners in each of the eight categories will be announced on June 1, 2014, and will receive a generous promotional benefits package.<\/p>\n<p>For complete details and to submit your best platinum designs, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.platinumguild.com\/\">www.platinumguild.com<\/a>.   The deadline for all entries is April 10, 2014. <\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<div><a href=\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Z2O_I5IID9g\/UxwkI4DCIYI\/AAAAAAAAmIk\/m4tNakcI1xk\/s1600\/logo_pt.gif\"><img border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Z2O_I5IID9g\/UxwkI4DCIYI\/AAAAAAAAmIk\/m4tNakcI1xk\/s1600\/logo_pt.gif\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div><span>About PGI-USA:<br \/>Platinum Guild International is dedicated to promoting platinum and its, pure, rare and eternal qualities to the consumer and the jewelry trade.  PGI has offices in each of the world&#8217;s major jewelry markets, providing information, assistance and education on all aspects of platinum jewelry. For more information please visit<a href=\"http:\/\/www.platinumguild.com\/\">www.platinumguild.com<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"author":102,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2105,18,31,2106],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1627"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/102"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1627"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1627\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1627"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1627"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/dailyjewel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1627"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}