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Week in Photos--November 2, 2013
Diamond brand Hearts on Fire held its motivational and educational seminar for sales associates.
During Hearts on Fire University (HOFU), the brand recognized its top sales associates, inducted five retailers into its Hall of Fame and named Bernie Robbins Jewelers, which operates stores in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, as its 2013 Retailer of the Year. Bernie Robbins also recently opened a new Hearts on Fire store in Philadelphia.
Diamond brand Hearts on Fire held its motivational and educational seminar for sales associates, Hearts on Fire University, last week, inviting more than 650 retailers from around the world to Sin City for three days of speakers, events and even a special surprise performance from singer Jewel.
In Los Angeles, retail institution Hing Wa Lee just opened its flagship store, a location eight years in the making. Meanwhile, across the country in New York, there was another opening to celebrate; an exhibition of works from more than 40 American Jewelry Design Council artists opened at the Forbes Galleries, and will remain on display through February of next year.
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During Hearts on Fire University (HOFU), the brand recognized its top sales associates, inducted five retailers into its Hall of Fame and named Bernie Robbins Jewelers, which operates stores in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, as its 2013 Retailer of the Year. Bernie Robbins also recently opened a new Hearts on Fire store in Philadelphia.
Jewel’s performance at HOFU was a surprise to attendees. An Alaska native, Jewel’s first album, 1995’s Pieces of You, was one of the best-selling debut albums of all time. She has received numerous accolades throughout her career, including several Grammy nominations.
“Variations on a Theme: 25 Years of Design from the AJDC” is now open at Forbes Galleries and will remain on display through Feb. 22. The exhibit incorporates the works of 41 American Jewelry Design Council (AJDC) artists and features pieces that represent the AJDC’s themed designs from the past 25 years. The jewelry pictured here is based on the themes of water, left, and black and white.
An opening party for the AJDC exhibition took place on Oct. 24. Fourteen of the 41 participating designers were in attendance, including Sandy Baker, right, with AJDC Executive Director Marylouise Sirignano Lugosch.
On Oct. 25, Los Angeles jewelry and watch retailer Hing Wa Lee held a party and official ribbon cutting marking the opening of their flagship store in San Gabriel, Calif. The store has been under development for eight years.
The exclusive VIP event for 150 invitees included a variety of entertainment as well as an exhibit of never-before-seen pieces from Ulysse Nardin, Blancpain and Dior.
World renown pianist Lang Lang, left, with David Lee, chairman and CEO of the Hing Wa Lee Group, performed at the Hing Wa Lee event.
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