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Diamond color, clarity, cut and carat weight are collectively termed the “4Cs” – the factors that, when combined, define a diamond’s quality and ultimately determine its value. Join GIA Subject Specialist, Lisa Kennedy, GIA GG, as she details the 4Cs and how they are used to evaluate a diamond’s value in an over-the-counter setting. Participants will be able to examine diamonds under magnification to build their knowledge and confidence to be better prepared when making their next diamond jewelry purchase.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chalkboard-teacher” time=”12:30 – 2:30″ title=”GIA Training Session: Introduction to Colored Stones (limited to 50 attendees, must register to attend)” el_class=”breakthemold”]Speaker: Lisa Kennedy, GIA
Two thousand years ago, students of gemology classified gems by color alone. It is now known that there are thousands of different mineral species in which color often overlaps. In this hands-on presentation, GIA Subject Specialist, Lisa Kennedy, GIA GG, will explain key attributes and classifications of colored gems, expand upon tools and techniques used for colored stone identification, and discuss the factors that determine a gem’s value.[/om_agenda_item][/om_agenda_day][/om_agenda][om_agenda layout=”tabs”][om_agenda_day color=”om-accent-color-2″ title=”SESSION DESCRIPTIONS” date=”TUESDAY JULY 18″][om_agenda_item icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chalkboard-teacher” time=”10:30 – 11:30″ title=”Recruit, Engage, Retain: Building a Thriving Workforce”]Speaker: Diana Machado
Recruit, Engage, Retain: Building a Thriving Workforce. Uncover proven strategies and techniques to attract top talent, cultivate employee engagement, and establish a supportive environment that nurtures long-term commitment. Create a culture that keeps your employees motivated, productive, and eager to grow with your organization.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chalkboard-teacher” featured=”yes” time=”10:30 – 11:30″ title=”Selling Yourself: Building Your Personal Brand“]Panelist/Speakers: Nick Fulton, Lisa Little, Brent West, Josiah Ware
Of all the things we sell, isn’t the most important YOU? Learn the key elements to best represent yourself to customers, vendors and peers and turn that into a brand that helps build your business. You should always be working for you.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chalkboard-teacher” speaker_links=”” time=”1:30 – 2:30″ title=”Get Running With Sneakers: How to Turn Footwear into Big Business”]Panelists/Speakers: Ryan Wells, Shoedaddykickz and Ryan Carlton, Norcross Pawn
Athletic footwear is right on the heals of luxury bags in terms of resale potential. Do you know your Golden Gooses from your classic Adidas? Join these experts for a lesson on getting into the sneaker biz, including authentication, the brands, the sizes and the big sellers. You’ll learn how to market your shoe business so you’re not left flat-footed.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chalkboard-teacher” time=”1:30 – 2:30″ title=”The Right Routine: Key Habits of Highly Successful Business Owners”]Panelists/Speakers: Ben Levinson, Lauren Kaminski, Scott Nell
Join highly successful business owners as they share their secrets for success. Learn how they got there and what they do everyday to keep their businesses excelling. You’ll get their recipes to the secret sauce that could help propel you upward.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chalkboard-teacher” time=”2:45 – 4:00″ title=”Straight Shooting: Firearms Experts Tell All – Panel”]Panelists/Speakers: Jeremy Powell, BJ Pawn & Gun, John Bocker, NSSF, Bernadette Lingo, Best Little Pawn Shop
Moderator: Johnny Whiteside, Kendale Pawn Shop
One of Pawn Expo’s most popular sessions. Firearms experts share the latest in new rules and laws and how they could impact your stores. Discussion will include the implications of your FFL with respect to liability for injuries from store sales. This, and a lively Q & A.[/om_agenda_item][/om_agenda_day][/om_agenda][om_agenda layout=”tabs”][om_agenda_day color=”om-accent-color-3″ title=”SESSIONS DESCRIPTIONS” date=”THURSDAY, JULY 19″][om_agenda_item icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chalkboard-teacher” time=”1:45 – 2:45″ title=”Protect Your Assets: Security and Safety for Pawn Businesses”]Panelists: Tony Gallo and Jeff Bartley, Sapphire Risk Advisory Group
Experts from the nation’s oldest pawn security company speak on best practices for preventing internal theft, shoplifting, and loss. Learn how to protect your property, people, and profits with actionable safety and security strategies for pawn businesses.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chalkboard-teacher” time=”1:45 – 2:45″ title=”Luxury Roundtable”]Join your pawnbroker peers to discuss all of your burning luxury questions. New to the luxury business? Someone has been there before you and can give you tips. Need innovation? Discuss how to ramp up an existing business.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chalkboard-teacher” time=”3:00 – 4:30″ title=”Developing Superstar Managers: Must Have Skills for Key Leadership”]Panelist/Speakers: Douglas Braswell, Braswell and Son, and Jeff Wilhelm, National Jewelry & Pawn
Good managers get the job done. GREAT managers will help your business THRIVE. Learn how to identify diamonds in the rough and help your managers become skilled leaders that shine.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-chalkboard-teacher” time=”3:00 – 4:30″ title=”Hot Topics Roundtable”]Attendees’ choice! You voted on the topics you most wanted to discuss with your fellow pawnbrokers. Sit at the roundtable of the topic that is of most interest to you. Stay tuned! 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