PLATINUM SPONSOR
Wexler Insurance Agency, Inc., part of Jewelers Mutual® Group, provides all-in-one business solutions to jewelers and pawnbrokers. Jewelers Mutual, an insurer founded by jewelers for jewelers in 1913 operating in the U.S. and Canada, and Wexler Insurance, an independent insurance agency with a national footprint and international markets, offer a combined 160 years of expertise, products and services to support the jewelry industry. Wexler is one of the largest cover holders for Certain Underwriters at Lloyd’s of London and represents many other financially sound, respected insurance companies. The agency and Jewelers Mutual are committed to raising the tide of the industry by offering their collective expertise as trusted advisors and business solution providers. Wexler offers a wide range of insurance products to jewelers, pawnbrokers, check cashers and fine art dealers. They also provide access to non-insurance products through the Zing® marketplace by Jewelers Mutual Group, an all-in-one dashboard that empowers jewelry business owners to make smart decisions and create a seamless customer experience. Ship valuables, generate appraisals, or participate in programs that benefit your bottom line and build customer loyalty. Visit wexlerinsurance.com or call 305-445-5050 for more information.
Contact Info:
305.445.5050
Greg Sochen
DIAMOND SPONSOR
Founder Zvi Yehuda introduced his first innovation in the diamond industry in 1953, when he was just 16. His pioneering spirit and ongoing passion for innovation lead to numerous inventions that have changed the face of the trade, and even the face of diamonds themselves. In 1982 Zvi Yehuda invented the Yehuda Clarity Enhancement process for diamonds, debuting them in the US in 1988. In 2017 the company introduced the Sherlock Holmes detector for Lab Grown Diamonds.
The Sherlock Holmes is the only affordable detector that checks parcels of many diamonds and multiple diamond jewelry pieces with 100% accuracy within a few seconds. We know how important detecting lab grown diamonds is in order to keep the public trust in the pawn industry, and make it our business to protect all industry professionals, like you, along this chain.
Contact Info:
1-800-934-8328
Ido Iskovich
DIAMOND SPONSOR
“Founded in 2017, MARQUE Luxury has established itself as the most trusted name in B2B wholesale providing authenticated pre-owned luxury handbags, small leather goods, accessories, watches, and jewelry. Based in Irvine, CA MARQUE Luxury has a presence worldwide with Re-commerce Hubs in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Atlanta, New York, Miami, and Charlotte alongside international hubs in Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and more. MARQUE Luxury promotes sustainability by being part of the circular economy and providing authenticated pre-owned luxury.
Contact Info:
+1 (210) 378-0744
Sean Makovsky
GOLD SPONSOR
Bluestone Trading is a diamond and estate jewelry wholesaler headquartered in Lyndhurst, Ohio. With over 44 years in the industry, we have the experience needed to be your trusted experts! As a founding member of the National Pawn Association, Bluestone Trading is the only company to have exhibited at every National Pawn Association trade show.
What we do: we help stores grow their business! We are the one-stop shop for buying, selling, and memos on diamonds, estate and modern jewelry, new production jewelry, store buyouts, and everything in between! We also offer FREE Diamond Fundamentals classes for those businesses who need ongoing education for their staff to ensure the buying and selling process with their customers is poised to make the best deals for their business.
To combat empty display cases, we have an inventory swap program where jewelers can send us dead or outdated inventory and swap it out for brand new merchandise. We also build everything from diamond studs to line bracelets to inside-out hoop earrings and the basics that are real winners for stores.
You can trust the Bluestone guarantee: great people, free overnight shipping, same-day payment, and business with a smile!
Contact Info:
440.442.7280
Ritchie Grampp
silver sponsor
Jebel Gems Inc. / Shri Diamond Inc. are partner companies that have been in the Diamond and Jewelry industry for over 33+ combined years. Jebel Gems Inc. is a wholesaler and trader of loose diamonds, melees, chipped, broken, breakouts, and fancy shape diamonds, dealing with any sizes, quality, and quantities. Shri Diamond Inc. is a wholesaler, trader, and manufacturer of diamond jewelry including close out jewelry, manufactured rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and more! We offer the best designs at great wholesale prices.
Our companies participate to most of the jewelry shows in the U.S., including JCK Las Vegas, Jewelry & Antique shows in Miami and Las Vegas, IWJG, CAPA, Dixie, Midwest Pawn Conventions and NPA Pawn Expo in Las Vegas.
We love expanding our network, building strong business relationships, and look forward to hearing from you!
NYC Office (Diamond District):
71W 47th St, Ste 1600
New York NY 10036,
Contact Info:
Jebel Gems Inc.
212-398-2017
Shri Diamond Inc.
212-840-0650
educational sponsor
Palak Diam Inc, are third generation diamond buyers. We buy any sizes, colors, any quantity. If its a diamond we are a buyer. Maximize your returns with Palak Diam Inc. With over 12 sales offices worldwide we are always in need of diamonds.
We want to earn your business and provide a clear, transparent bid on your diamonds.
Before you sell your diamonds anywhere else make sure you get a quote from us–Palak Diam Inc.
badge sponsor
TURN YOUR UNWANTED DIAMONDS AND JEWELRY INTO CASH – Ask us how!
For over 20 years Diatrendz has been the premier choice for the American Pawn industry when it comes to buying their unwanted Diamonds and Jewelry. As one of the oldest businesses in this arena, we are committed to excellence in customer service without compromising on the value of the goods. Excellent customer service brings our customers back to us over the years.
We attend all the Pawn Shows and pay highest $$$ for your goods. Please come visit us at our booth.
Contact info:
Ashok Mehta
Ph: 213-622-6611
Cell: 213-999-0237
Email: ashok@thetrendz.com
www.thetrendz.biz
tote bag sponsor
Podium is changing the way local business gets done. Whether it’s messaging your leads and customers, chatting in context with your team, or getting reviews and actionable feedback to improve your business, Podium is here to handle every interaction, all in one powerful inbox. No more phone tag or unanswered emails; Podium powers interactions through simple messaging, so you’ll meet your leads and customers where they’re at.
Podium was founded in 2014 as a way for local businesses to more easily gather online reviews from their customers just by sending a simple text. Since then, the platform has grown to include Webchat, Feedback, Teamchat, Advertising Campaigns, Voice and Payments—every essential business interaction powered by messaging. Podium was recently announced, for the third year in a row, one of Forbes Cloud 100 software companies to be aware of.
Contact Info:
833.979.2912 or 801.558.0047
Charlotte Shragge, Retail Partner Manager
the jewelry exchange sponsor
An independent nonprofit organization, GIA (Gemological Institute of America), established in 1931, is recognized as the world’s foremost authority in gemology. Through research, education, gemological laboratory services and instrument development, the Institute is dedicated to ensuring the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science and professionalism.
Contact Info:
760.603.4000
awards breakfast sponsor
Founded in 1864, Marshall & Sterling Insurance has provided exceptional insurance protection and support to our clientele. Our Specialty Risks Division has provided insurance expertise to the money-handling, check cashing, pawnbroker, ATM, armored car and precious metals industry for over 60 years. Marshall & Sterling is currently ranked the 41st largest privately-held insurance broker in the United States. Our 550 insurance Specialists, working throughout 36 offices in New York, California, Florida, Michigan, Texas, Virginia and the Virgin Islands, offer a unique blend of local insight and global expertise, writing over $1B in insurance premiums. Our size is not the only significant attribute we use to negotiate risk protection for our clients. Our excellent relationship with our insurance carriers, our experience and a broad overview of market conditions over time, gives us an expanded perspective and presents numerous opportunities for coverage for our clients. Marshall & Sterling understands your business and brings the resources and professional guidance you deserve when selecting an insurance agency. As an employee-owned company, we continually commit ourselves to outstanding personal service and support, regardless of the size of your business. By maintaining our focus on our client’s needs and perspective, we’re able to deliver those products, services and insurance protections which best meet your needs and budget requirements.
Contact Info:
https://www.marshallsterling.com/specialty-risks
800.333.3766 Ext 5550
specialtyrisks@marshallsterling.com
Dillon Fontaine, Scott Sweeney and Andrew Taffe