JA Members in the News

New York, NY – October 16, 2025 – Smiling Rocks, a leading New York-based lab-grown diamond jewelry brand, proudly announces its membership in the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), underscoring its dedication to sustainable and ethical practices in the jewelry industry.

DENVER, CO — Universal Deco, a fine jewelry house founded by Costa Rican–born artist and goldsmith Fernanda Durmer, announces the grand opening of its new Denver boutique on Friday, October 11, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at 1600 Boulder Street in the heart of LoHi.

NEW YORK – The Plumb Club is pleased to present a retail-learning opportunity provided by Platinum Guild International, USA (PGI).

Austin, TX, November 1-2, 2025 — The Texas Jewelers Association (TJA) announces its 2025 Fall Convention at the TCEA Convention Center, featuring top global speakers in gemology and colored stones.

VANCOUVER, August 19, 2025 — Dialog Solutions Inc. (“Dialog”) and Fairway Diamond Inc. (“Fairway Diamond”) are thrilled to announce a new strategic collaboration.

(Leominster, MA, August, 2025) – Chris Ploof, owner and designer of Chris Ploof Designs, announced today his official rebranding with the launch of a new logo including the tagline “Hand Forged in the USA.”

HEARTS ON FIRE, the international jewelry brand known for the unparalleled sparkle of its diamonds, has appointed Vickie Rokkos to the role of National Sales Director, North America reporting to the brand’s President of North America, Rebecca Foerster.

Hong Kong / Vancouver — Dialog Solutions Inc. (“Dialog”) and Kunming Diamonds are proud to announce their new collaboration to have Kunming Diamonds’ world-renowned natural yellow diamonds on the Dialog platform.

NEW YORK, Feb. 3, 2025 – Royal Chain announces the launch of its new Spring 2025 Collection, marking the company's largest seasonal release to date.

NEENAH, Wis. – Jewelers Mutual® Group, the insurance and business solutions provider dedicated to the jewelry industry since 1913, is stepping up its assistance efforts to support their customers and the jewelry industry in the wake of the recent wildfires impacting communities and businesses in Southern California. The company is extending critical services and resources to address immediate needs, enhance security, and provide emotional support during this challenging time.