JA New York Summer Show! Look & Learn!

Discover how social networking can
pave the way to profits for jewelry retailers

DON'T MISS THE FREE 2010 KEYNOTE SESSION
Sunday, July 25 | 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. | America's Best Jewelers Workshop

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Optimizing Social Media for Jewelers !

A revolution in how our culture communicates, the social networking phenomenon is substantially influencing consumer behavior and shopping patterns. Jewelers who have adopted this technology early have positioned their companies to profit. Join in as the entire JA show floor connects to learn how to successfully engage customers on Twitter,Facebook and associated social networks in an interactive, expert-led session. Post to shared sites on live screens while discussing key considerations such as how to define and build your individual network, manage and allocate your time, and set goals and expectations for social networking.

CLICK HERE to learn more about the Keynote speakers and see the entire lineup of FREE educational sessions being offered at JA New York Summer Show.

Choices include:

JEWELERS OF AMERICA'S BENCH SUNDAY

CAD/CAM and Your Business – Realistic Expectations and Real World Applications
Presented by Tom Weishaar, JA Certified Master Bench Jeweler, Underwood Jewelers

Hidden Hazards and Unseen Perils – A Jeweler’s Guide to Avoiding Bench Nightmares
Presented by Arthur Skuratowicz, GJG (GIA), President, Jewelry Training Center, Inc.

...and a great selection of Peer Panels:

Peer Panel 1: Social Networking I - Best Practices

Peer Panel 2: Preparing and Positioning for the Rebound

Peer Panel 4: Human Resources Best Practices – Hiring in the Current Market

...and position yourself for the rebounding economy with:

GROW Your Business by Growing Successful Employees
Presented by Cindy Ramsey Chandler, GG, independent educator and consultant

Jewelry Tour to India - Fall @ the 92nd Street Y Jewelry Center

Fall @ the 92nd Street Y Jewelry Center Jewelry Tour to India Join Jonathan Wahl, the director of the Jewelry Center, and seasoned India travel guides, Dana Sawyer and goldsmith Stephani Sawyer, for a tour of the spectacular jewelry, decorative arts and sights of northern India. Dana is a professor of religion and philosophy at the Maine College of Art and an expert on Indian religions and culture, having traveled to India many times over a thirty-year period. Dana is fluent in Hindi. Stephani is a professional goldsmith (stephanibriggs. com) and jewelry designer who first visited India on a Rotary scholarship in 1994, and returned nine more times. Go behind the scenes in gem cutters' workrooms, see ancient goldsmithing techniques in practice and Meenakari/enameling in some of the most mythical places in India: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Jodhpur. Don't miss your chance to be part of this one-of-a-kind tour! Call the Art Center at 212.415.5562 for information. To register please visit <http://www.92y.org/>

or call 212 415-5500 Jonathan C Wahl, Director The Jewelry Center the 92nd Street Y 1395 Lexington Ave NY, NY, 10128 212 415-5564 fax 212 415-5568 office hours Mon-Wed. The largest program of its kind in the nation. Celebrating 79 years

JA New York - Jewelry Tradeshow

With a combined experience of over 150 years attending the JA New York shows, these jewelry retailers know which jewelry shows work best for them. From Couture retailers and Designer boutiques to non-traditional jewelry retailers, they have all come to rely on JA New York to bring them the latest jewelry designs, talents, and international offerings available.
REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ONLINE
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In this marketplace, it’s all about location, convenience and cost. JA New York Summer Show is situated in the most convenient and accessible location for domestic and international retailers.
Over 78% of Northeast retailers surveyed said they will not travel outside of the region for their buying in 2009*

Guaranteed Lower Hotel Rates - Hotel rates in NYC have dropped almost 30% compared with 2008 rates, book now
Amazing discounts in NYC - Get exclusive entertainment discount on major New York City attractions

Over 13,000 jewelry professional and retailers are expected at the JA New York Summer Show
Cutting-edge education seminars on the latest topics to help you learn about the current economic climate and how it projects to unfold in the near future

Shop from over 1,000 exhibitors including the finest designers from the Couture Pavilion, New Designer Gallery, Designer Showcase, International Pavilions, and Inner Circle
Network with leading industry professionals at the JA New York special events, numerous networking events are available to help you excel

The "all in one" easy to shop show floor let you see the best of the best without feeling overwhelmed
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There’s no reason to go anywhere else other than the JA New York Show!
*JA New York Shows are TRADE ONLY EVENTS, please visit the registration page for complete guidelines.