MJSA Mentor & Apprenticeship Program

MJSA Mentor & Apprenticeship Program Task Force

Thank you to the jewelers, educators, and industry leaders who offered their expertise and guidance in the development of the MJSA Mentor & Apprenticeship Program.


Nanz Aalund, jeweler, educator, and author of the award-winning MJSA Press book A Jeweler’s Guide to Apprenticeships.

Ann Cahoon, director of mfg. & repair at Long's Jewelers in Burlington, Massachusetts; former jewelry department head, North Bennet Street School, Boston.

Ronda Coryell, a JA Certified Master Bench Jeweler and one of the world’s most well-regarded experts on Argentium.

Mark Hanna, chief marketing officer of the Richline Group and a leading advocate for responsibleand sustainable practices.