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Guest post by my favorite gem writer…Diana Jarrett, GG RMV Member NAJA More upbeat than last year’s dismal fair, the AGTA GemFair and its sister the Gem and Jewelry Expo (GJX) in Tucson saw the kind of action that made vendors hopeful for the first time in months this February. AGTA reported a 7% increase […]

From the AGTA listing: Internet Marketing to Drive Local Traffic Brad Simon, www.internet4jewelers.com (Graham room)Basic – Intermediate. Getting the customer through the door is critical for the brick and mortar retail jeweler. Yet more and more customers begin their shopping process by seeking information on the internet, where they can find out about you, your […]

The Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America’s EXPO West Pavilion is in the Ballroom on the Galleria level, along with the Spectrum of Design Pavilion. Exhibitors demo manufacturing equipment, tools, supplies, contract services and the latest in new technologies. MJSA’s At the Bench Live features bench demonstrations for attendees, showing the latest techniques for bench […]

For those of you who are wanting the “Tucson Experience” but aren’t in the trade – these are the best shows…they are open to the public – though most of the vendors will write up a wholesale purchase. there is the greatest variety of genres elastic gem bead bracelets, next to high end faceted gems, […]