MJSA News: Activities & Initiatives
MJSA Announces Winners of 2012 Vision Award Competition
Adam Neeley of Adam Neeley Fine Art Jewelry in Laguna Beach, California, won first place in the professional Design Excellence category of the 2012 Vision Awards competition, which recognizes outstanding jewelry design prowess and technical skill. He is one of 13 designers who will be… Read the complete story »
MJSA Launches Digital Guide to Subcontractors
In response to increasing demand for help in finding subcontracting assitance, MJSA has launched the MJSA Guide to Subcontractors. Available both online and as a PDF handbook, the Guide lists MJSA members providing commonly requested contract services, such as stone setting, casting, and CAD/CAM.… Read the complete story »
Trade Associations Issue Consumer Alert Warning of Glass-Filled Rubies
Several trade groups, including MJSA, have issued a consumer alert warning of increased supplies of glass-filled rubies being sold without the proper disclosure. The alert noted that although… Read the complete story »
MJSA Elects New Board Directors, Re-elects Officers
MJSA recently re-elected the officers on its board to a second term, and also welcomed two new directors.
Lee Krombholz (right, top) is the third-generation owner of… Read the complete story »
Expo NY 2012 Seminar Schedule Announced
From working with subcontractors to capitalizing on current consumer trends, the 2012 MJSA Expo New York seminars will once again offer insights into all aspects of jewelry making and design. It will also feature the finale of the first Future of Design "business incubator" competition,… Read the complete story »
MJSA Announces Winners of Eighth Annual Thinking Ahead Awards
MJSA has honored two products—a nanoceramic e-coating and an automated wax injection system—with its annual Thinking Ahead Awards. Now in its eighth year, the MJSA Thinking Ahead… Read the complete story »
MJSA's At the Bench Live to Return to AGTA GemFair
MJSA will present its signature At the Bench Live demonstrations at the 2012 AGTA GemFair Tucson, Jan. 31 through Feb. 5 at the Tucson Convention Center.… Read the complete story »
Buyer Registration Opens for 2012 MJSA Expo New York
Buyers can now register online to attend the 2012 MJSA Expo New York, which will run March 11-13 at the Hilton New York in New York City. The… Read the complete story »
MJSA Expo New York 2012 to Feature "Future of Design" Finale
MJSA is partnering with the Jeweler’s Resource Bureau (JRB) and StrategyWerx on the Future of Design contest, a "business incubator" competition for jewelry designers. The winner of the contest will be chosen during a live event on the last day of the 2012 MJSA Expo… Read the complete story »
MJSA Redesigns Buyer's Guide Online Search Engine
As part of its continuing digital advancements, MJSA has re- designed its Buyer’s Guide Online search engine. The Guide’s new features enable not only easier access… Read the complete story »