Something New!
A Designer Business Mini-Conference
Followed by a "Field Trip" to the JA NY Show Floor
Education, Networking, a Tour and Access to Suppliers -- all in one day!
The Jeweler's Resource Bureau is partnering with Collective-E, a social marketing agency that promotes entrepreneurs, to bring you a seminar and "field trip" to the JA New York Show.
Business experts, including successful jewelry designers, will offer their most creative ideas and tips on how to succeed in the jewelry business in this and every economic climate. You will get insights, advice and important tools to make your brand a success. Topics will include publicity, product placement, branding, retail, sales, trade shows and more.
This exciting, informative panel discussion will be followed by a guided tour of the show by Cindy who will start in the the JA Designer Showcase which features the New Designer Gallery and the new designLAB concept and end in the area where suppliers are showcased. Wholesale purchases with key vendors will be allowed.
Note: This is an opportunity never before offered by this leading trade-only show.
Plus, During and after the event you will meet some of Cindy's favorite suppliers and see endless arrays of gemstones, pearls and diamonds. Several of the exhibitors will be offering special deals for our event attendees.
SCHEDULE
10:15 am - 11:30 am -- Panel Discussion: Designer Jewelry Successes in Today's Economy
Moderated by Cindy Edelstein
Participants:
Michelle Orman, LupRocks, publicity and product placement expert
Sarah Graham, founder, Sarah Graham Metalsmithing
Tara Silberberg, owner, Clay Pot Gallery, Brooklyn
Jon Parker, DJP Executive Search Inc.
Karen Giberson, President of the Accessories Council of America
11:45 pm - 12:45 pm -- Panel Discussion: Building Your Brand Online
Moderated by Beth Schoenfeldt, Co-Founder Collective-E
Participants:
Katie Hellmuth, Co-Founder, Collective-E
Lauren Perkins, Perks Consulting
Wendy Culpepper, founder Wendy Culpepper Handcrafted Designer Jewelry
1:15 pm - 3:00 pm -- Tour of Trade Show Floor
with visit to the suppliers section (wholesale purchases permitted)
Additional opportunities from this event:
-- Get behind the scenes knowledge of what it takes to be an exhibitor in one of the world's largest fine jewelry trade shows
-- See what considerations go into a booth design
-- Discover what salesmanship is required by those behind the counter
-- Discounts and deals. Several of the supplier exhibitors will be offering special deals for our event attendees.
Sponsored by Designer-Friendly Resources We Personally Recommend:
Joseph Blank, Inc.
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212.575.9050
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