Steve Forbes to be named Keynote Speaker for GIA Symposium 2011

The Gemological Institue of America (GIA) has announced that Steve Forbes will be the Keynote Speaker for Symposium 2011: Advancing the Science and Business of Gems. Forbes is known for the renowned business franchise of the same name, as chairman of Forbes Media and editor-in-chief of Forbes magazine.

The GIA Symposium 2011 is an international conference where gem industry business leaders and researchers gather to share insights and reports that impact the world gem and jewelry industry. All experts represent a wide range of disciplines, with talks spanning across different topics, such as: trends in consumer behavior, design trends, social media, luxury marketing, advances in gem treatments and technology; and the social, political, and ethical controversies around the production and distribution of diamonds and gems.

"We are extremely pleased to have Mr. Forbes serve as our keynote speaker," said Kathryn Kimmel, co-chair of the Symposium and GIA vice president and chief marketing officer. "He is a significant touch point in the global business landscape, which ideally positions him to address some of the most important business issues facing our industry today."

“Attendees will be challenged to think strategically and expand both the scope and geography of their business, which is necessary in today’s economic environment,” Kimmel added. “Forbes’ commitment to leadership and success, along with his global economic insight, are sure to leave a lasting impression.”

The GIA Symposium 2011 will be held at the Institute's world headquarters in Carlsbad on May 29 and May 30. This year will commemorate the 80th anniversary of GIA.

Source: GIA

Special Event in San Diego for Showcasing and Buying Jewelry and Gold

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This week, from the 8^th through the 11^th, Golden Treasures Jewelers in Solana Beach will be hosting a Special Buying Event for scrap gold and jewelry. The specialized team of gemologists will also have a fully equipped gemological laboratory, giving complimentary appraisals for jewelry and precious metals such as gold, platinum, and silver.

These gemologists have a special need for:
• Diamonds 1 carat and over,
• Signed jewelry, Tiffany, Cartier, Van Cleef, Graff, Lacloche, Oscar Heyman, etc.
• Vintage period jewelry: Art Deco, Retro, Victorian, Important
• Complicated watches: Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantine, Breguet, Audemars Piguet, Rolex, etc.
• All US gold coins. All US silver coins (dated 1965 and before)
• Gold in any form, new used or broken.

The funny thing is, many people may have some of these valuable items without even knowing it!

Come see this event for yourself:
Golden Treasures Jewelers

124 S. Solana Hills Dr

Solana Beach, CA 92075

858-481-7729

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The Rapaport International Diamond Conference - October 21

Established in 1976, the Rapaport Group has grown to be an international network of companies dedicated to first class and invaluable services towards the development of free, fair, and competitive diamond/jewelry markets. With over ten thousand clients in 70 countries, the Rapaport Group actively participates in multitudinal services, such as diamond grading and certification, global trading and auction services, international sourcing, and publishing information about trading networks.

With that said, Rapaport will be holding the Rapaport International Diamond Conference  on Thursday, October 21st at the Times Center in New York. The conference will consist of two sessions for the morning and afternoon, respectively: "Diamond Demand" and "Human Rights and the Diamond Industry -- The Way Forward."

The morning session, "Diamond Demand" will discuss who will be buying what at as the U.S. and global economies try to recover. The session will analyze future trends and the reasons consumers will buy jewelry. Roy Williams, chancellor of the Wizard Academy, will conclude the session with an anticipated multimedia presentation.

The afternoon session, "Human Rights and the Diamond Industry" understands the current reasons for debate, but will focus more on providing possible solutions as the session introduces new ideas and proprosals. Dr. Michael Conry, Chairman of TransFair USA and author of "Branded" and Dr. Peter Singer, esteemed ethicist from Princeton University will be presenting. This session will include an open discussion using specific and real examples that delineate ethical and business concerns.

ALL revenue from the conference will be donated to the Fair Trade Jewelry Association, a 501(c)3 U.S. registered chairty. The registration fee of $249 will go straight to the charity. Fee waivers may be available for NGO's and government officials.

Seating is limited, to register:
visit the conference website, email idc@diamonds.net, or call +1-702-983-9400.

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GIA 2011 Symposium

The Gemological Institute of America (G.I.A.) has announced that its 2011 Symposium will be held in Carlsbad, California, May 29 - 30. 

Running under the theme, "Advancing the Science and Business of Gems," the Symposium will discuss technological advances and practical knowledge to help jewelers and gemologist keep up-to-speed with rapid changes and challenges they face.

There are two parallel tracks in the Symposium -  Advances in Gemological Research and Advancing the Gem Industry - which will feature ideas and innovative insight on topics such as:

• Gem localities and formation
• Diamond, colored stone, and pearl identification
• New technologies in gem characterization
• Global marketing and distribution
• Political, ethical, and legal issues
• Gem evaluation and appraisal
• Jewelry history and museum studies
• Jewelry design and manufacturing

Some highlights for Symposium 2011 will include:

• Presentations by renowned scientists and industry experts
• GIA-styled War Room
• Posters of inventive research projects
• Field trips to both the gem pegmatites in San Diego County, and the All that Glitters Exhibition held in the San Diego Natural History Museum
• Hands-on workshops
• ...and much more!

The Symposium will be held at GIA's World Headquarters and Robert Mouawad Campus in Carlsbad, California, May 29 - 30, 2011. Registration opens on October 15, and capacity is limited!

Click here for more information about the GIA 2011 Symposium:

http://www.gia.edu/symposium/