by Ellen Fruchtman, CEO It was around 1997 or 1998. I don’t remember the exact year, but I remember the feeling. It was my first JCK Show. I didn’t have a booth. I knew nothing about this show. I didn’t understand nor could nearly comprehend the enormity. Kate Peterson, who I believe started her company not long...
by Ellen Fruchtman, President To our own Schmitt Jewelers in Phoenix, AZ for their winning design in the AGTA Spectrum Awards 2018! This stunning ring features a 14.73 ct. orange zircon from color gemstone expert, Roger Dery. Accented with tsavorite garnets and diamonds. See all the winners here....
by Angie Ash, Executive Vice President Attention, retailers! Do you struggle with a great bridal jewelry purchase line? Need an affordable and better-quality pearl to offer? We found the perfect solution at JCK! Oriente Pearls offers AAA genuine freshwater cultured pearls, from earrings to bracelets to necklaces to complete sets. The pearls are hand-knotted and strung in the...
by Logan Taylor, Social Media Coordinator JCK week is here. Are you prepared? Will it be your best show ever? If you visit Booth #B60087 and take advantage of JCK’s biggest deal, we know it will be. Our partnership with INSTORE® to bring you INSTORE Marketing Services is giving you a JCK Show Special! Save $500 on the...
Are you ready for JCK? In approximately 4 weeks, retailers will descend upon one of the largest (if not the largest) jewelry shows in the world. There is no doubt doing business for retailers, suppliers and vendors is getting tougher each and every year. So, perhaps this will be the year to step back and assess exactly...
Ahh, spring is in the air, finally, and it’s time to start thinking about relationships. Coming off a great Centurion Show and heading into JCK Vegas, many jewelers are doing just that; meeting with their current suppliers and forging bonds with new ones. Everyone’s gearing up for a strong 2016 and looking for the partners to...
We all know the words ‘busy’ and ‘overwhelmed’ don’t begin to cover how you will feel during your JCK trip this year. There are so many people to see, lines to review, and information to take in during the show. If you are attending LUXURY as well - go ahead and double that feeling. While you are...
Going to JCK? The Buzz is about security for your personal jewelry. Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company (JMI) has important advice for attendees. When you check in to your hotel room, you should read what you are signing. Most casinos, resorts and hotels have disclaimers stating the hotel is not responsible for loss or theft of personal property....
After a fantastic run at JCK Las Vegas, the experts from Fruchtman Marketing have packed their bags and are heading home. We wanted to thank our friends, our clients, and our soon-to-be clients for stopping by and chatting. We enjoyed your visit, and we can’t wait to get back to doing what we do best – making...
