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ELLE Jewelry, a Brand Extension of the Largest Fashion Publication in the World, Selects GemFind as Its Web Technology Solution Provider Newport Beach, CA November 01, 2011 GemFind's CEO Alex Fetanat today announced ELLE Jewelry, a brand extension of the largest fashion publication in the world, ELLE Magazine, has selected GemFind as their web technology provider. ELLE Jewelry utilizes GemFind's managed virtual inventory technology to seamlessly integrate and showcase their sterling silver jewelry collections on jewelry retailers' websites. "We are excited about our new partnership with GemFind," said Jared Leshin, Marketing manager for ELLE Jewelry. "We feel GemFind's technology expertise complements ELLE Jewelry's sales expansion goals and will enable us to effectively leverage our brand in a highly competitive marketplace." >>>
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Zale Corporation - Industry growth dynamics are quite favorable By Olga Patseva Rough&Polished Oct 31, 2011
In anticipation of 1Q 2012 results to be announced by Zale Corporation in November, Rough&Polished contacted this leading specialty retailer of Fine Jewelry in the United States to find out more about their market position, turnaround strategy, expansion of their Internet business, sales expectations for the upcoming holiday season, new exclusive line of diamond fashion jewelry and industry outlook. >>> |
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U.S. TRADE GROUPS CALL FOR KP REFORM
diamondintelligence. com 30 October 2011
Jewelers of America (JA) and the Diamond Manufacturers and Importers Association of America (DMIA), national trade associations whose combined membership represents fine jewelry retailers, diamond traders and manufacturers in the U.S., are urging Kimberley Process (KP) Participants to make further progress on key reforms during this week's KP Plenary in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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ATM Dispenses Diamond Jewelry, Gold and Silver
By An thony
Jewelry News Network
Oct. 27,2011
Why accept money from an ATM when you can get diamond jewelry, gold or silver? A company in India has built what it says is the world's first machine that dispenses gold, silver, diamond jewelry and religious jewelry.The Gitanjali Group, the machine's creator, is calling it an ATM, but I think a vending machine would also be an apt description. >>> |
5 Credit and Financing Mistakes That Will Hurt Your Small Business
By Tom Gazaway Small Business Trends Oct. 26, 2011
So before we dive in, what exactly do I mean by "hurt" your business? Well, these credit and lending mistakes could do any of the following (this is not a complete list, of course):
Slow your growth, Damage your brand, Make the difference between a profit and a loss, Cause your business to fail.
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Is your store welcoming?
By Adrian Lilly National Jeweler Oct. 26, 2011
Put yourself in the shoes of a first-time visitor to your store. Imagine it's a busy time: you're running a special, a sale or it's a holiday. If all of your staff are busy helping other customers, would I know where to go, so that I feel comfortable, or would I feel confused and intimidated and want to leave?
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The Ten Commandments of Great Customer Service
By Susan A. Friedmann About.com Guide
Customer service is an integral part of our job and should not be seen as an extension of it. A company's most vital asset is its customers. Without them, we would not and could not exist in business. When you satisfy our customers, they not only help us grow by continuing to do business with you, but recommend you to friends and associates.
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GemFind's New Ring Builder Increases Retail Jewelry Sales of Diamonds and Engagement Rings for Jewelry Retailers The new 2011 version of GemFind's popular Ring Builder® website tool for jewelry retailers and diamond dealers - has unique new features. The new Ring Builder® allows users to superimpose loose diamonds on to the ring that they are configuring online. This fully ecommerce capable web application is a must-have for all jewelry retailers and it is customizable providing seamless integration into any retail jeweler's new or existing website. http://www.ringbuilder.com One of the highlight features of the new Ring Builder is that the consumer, while shopping on the local retail jeweler's website, can virtually superimpose any one of 10 different shaped loose diamonds directly onto one of more than 400 prospective engagement ring styles from Unique Settings of New York. After the ring is virtually configured, the user can then select from tens of thousands of certified loose diamond being supplied from any number of diamond vendors within GemFind.net. New settings and diamond suppliers will be continually added. more... Call us today at 800-373-4373, for a free consultation and demonstration of GemFind's customized website tools which are guaranteed to help you grow you business in a cost effective and consistent manner. |
The Ongoing Confusion Over the Meaning of Simulant
By Rob Bates JCK Oct 27, 2011
The other day, I chanced upon a press release from a site called ecodiamondz.com that said it was premiering a "controversial video" called "Diamond Reality." I checked into the site, and at first glance, it appeared to be a seller of synthetic diamonds. But as it turned out, it wasn't. So I wrote them a note yesterday, which included this: >>>
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Steampunk Jewelry Inspiration By Carly Wickell About.com Guide
If you've visited artisan fairs in the last several years you've probably seen Steampunk jewelry. It's fashioned after a movement that jewelry designer and author Jema Hewitt (aka Emilly Ladybird) calls "Victorian styled science fiction." Jema was kind enough to answer some of our questions about Steampunk.
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Diamonds - Sustainable Luxury By Stonechicky ISRAELI DIAMOND INDUSTRY BLOG 31 October 2011
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This past year, the UK-based Responsible Jewellery Council has made impressive strides in its efforts to recruit major players in the jewelry and diamond industries. Chaumet, Chanel, R. Steinmetz and Sons, Piaget - these well-respected names are just a few of the high-end jewelry and diamond companies who have been certified as complying with the RJC's social, ethical, and environmental standards.
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Need more traffic to your website?
Getting ranked on the search engines is not a simple task and you need to be well versed as to how the search engines work and what to do to make sure your site gets indexed.
You could have the most beautiful website with all the products in the world, but if you have limited visitors, its not going to do any good.
GemFind performs Search Engine Optimizations exclusively for the jewelry industry. We have proven track record and can show you what we have done for other clients. Please contact us if we can help...
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The malaise of the 'Millennials' By Michelle Graff National Jeweler Oct. 31, 2011
In the four years I've worked here, much has been said about the generation labeled as "Generation Y" or the "Millennials" and its importance to the jewelry industry. As just one example, I penned
this article
in August 2010 on how the size of the Millennial generation is poised to have a big impact on the bridal market.
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Phone Frustrations By Brad Huisken JCK Oct. 28, 2011
First impressions are without a doubt the most important impression that your customer has of you-the ones that will cause them to choose to deal with you and hopefully make a purchase. Last impressions are just as important-and those will cause a customer or potential customer to come back and deal with you and/or your company again and again. >>>
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