News and Events


MJSA

March 11-13, 2012

Come see us at MJSA Expo New York! The largest and oldest trade show in the United States dedicated to the design and manufacturing of jewelry. The show features nearly 400 exhibits of some of the latest and most innovative tools, supplies, machinery, components, services, and finished products all under one roof.
New York, NY • www.mjsa.org

Glass Craft & Bead Expo

March 30–April 1, 2012

This event is a glass lovers paradise! Glass classes, product, vendors, tools and finished goods are all found in one fun filled expo- come visit in 2012.
Las Vegas.com • www.glasscraftexpo.com

The Santa Fe Symposium

May 20–23, 2012

Now in its 26th year, the Santa Fe Symposium® stands as the premier conference for jewelry manufacturing technology. At the Symposium, speakers from around the world present their research, experiences and expertise. Join us in discussing progressive technological issues relevant to your business. Focus on the science behind the processes constantly revolutionizing the jewelry industry. Allow yourself to be surrounded by jewelry professionals who, like you, appreciate the “how,” “why” and “what if” of jewelry.
Albuquerque, New Mexico • www.santafesymposium.org

SNAG

May 23-26, 2012

The Society of North American Goldsmiths stands for passion, innovation and excellence in jewelry, design and metalsmithing. SNAG creates community, professional connections, and the unfettered exchange of information.
Phoenix, AZ • www.snagmetalsmith.org

JCK

June 1-4, 2012

The JCK Show features over 3,100 exhibitors, giving you the chance to discover and compare the full spectrum of new products and new product line launches you won't see anywhere else. Source the broadest array of gold, silver, diamonds, diamond jewelry, gemstones, platinum, pearls, palladium, timepieces and luxury giftware at just the right time and price points. Plus network with over 20,000 jewelry industry professionals from across the globe, attend keynote presentations and enjoy over 35 educational sessions. Come see Rio at JCK's new location- Mandalay Bay!
Las Vegas, NV • www.jcklasvegasshow.com

2012 Saul Bell Design Award Competition

June 2, 2012

Winners announced to the public and celebrated at an invitation-only gala.
Las Vegas, NV • www.saulbellaward.com

Bead and Button Show

June 6-10, 2012

The biggest bead show in the country!
Milwaukee, WI • www.beadandbuttonshow.com

PMC Conference

June 21-23, 2012

The PMC Guild is announcing details about its final conference. The conference will draw artists, designers, teachers, and vendors from across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Four days of seminars and exhibitions will be laced with conversations among friends, both new and old.
Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, just across the river from Cincinnati, Ohio • www.pmc-conference.com