The GIA Alumni Manhattan Chapter’s next lecture, “From Maui to Manhattan,” will feature jewelry designer Tiffany Chou.

The Silver Promotion Service will launch Veranda magazine’s Silver Anniversary program at its kick-off gala on March 14 here, celebrating the publication’s 25th year of publishing.

The Centurion Jewelry Show, which took place here Jan. 29-31, has named winners of its fourth Emerging Designer Awards.

Jewelers of America has announced the winners of the CASE Awards, recognizing JA retail members who exhibit creativity, artistry, style and excellence in jewelry design.

As Valentine’s Day approaches, soft, feminine designs that celebrate love and luxury come to the forefront.

Over the past year, jewelry designers worldwide have reinterpreted classic platinum styles, making the precious white metal look fresh with each design.

For jewelers that offer platinum bridal jewelry this year, there’s additional reason for couples to go for the precious white metal: per-ounce prices are lower than that of gold, offering extra value.

From bridal jewelry and wedding bands to tie accents and timepieces, jewelry designers use platinum in some of their most distinctive designs.

Robert Dundon has been appointed president of the North America Folli Follie Group, overseeing both Links of London and Folli Follie in the continent beginning Jan. 30.

Sales and marketing company ViewPoint is celebrating its 10th anniversary this spring with a new management team.

The Midwest Jeweler’s Trade Show is inviting professional jewelers to participate in its third annual design competition.

Select designs from K. Brunini Jewels are being featured in the Headley-Whitney Museum’s exhibition “The Cutting Edge II: A Gem and Jewelry Invitational,” showcasing the work of 23 contemporary jewelers and gem carvers from the United States and Canada.

The Silver Promotion Service has announced the planned expansion of the number of participants in the Savor Silver program, as well as the number of categories on the SPS website.

This spring, Slane will introduce a host of new designs, including fresh sterling silver pieces from the Iconic Collection, which the brand calls “the foundation of the Slane jewelry wardrobe.”

The JA New York show this year welcomed new and seasoned exhibitors, among them a number of companies that exclusively create designs in sterling silver.

A Silver Promotion Service (SPS) Designer of Distinction, DeLatori incorporates vibrancy into its silver design with gold and colored stone accents, while keeping affordability, craftsmanship, and most importantly consumers, in mind.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council held its fifth Signature 2012 India International Jewellery Show Jan. 6-9 here, drawing in more than 10,000 visitors and approximately 450 exhibitors.

Glen T. Senk, who most recently served as CEO of Urban Outfitters, Inc., will be joining the David Yurman brand as CEO, founders David and Sybil Yurman announced this week.

The Jewelry Information Center's 10th annual Gem Awards took place Friday night in New York City, with the most attendees since 2009 gathering at Cipriani 42nd Street to recognize leaders in style and communication.

Looking to extend its youth line product offerings, Stuller has partnered with Bfly to become the exclusive distributor of the line for independent retailers in the United States.

Zadok Jewelers and fine jewelry brand Yvel recently partnered to benefit an Israeli jewelry and art school that enhances the lives of Ethiopian immigrants.

Kelly Roose of Madison, Wis., has been named the winner of the Jewelry Information Center’s “Sparkling Snapshots Contest,” which asked entrants to share their connection between jewelry and a picture of a special moment.

The 2011 HRD Awards, a widely recognized and esteemed international diamond jewelry competition, was held for the first time in China this year.

Come January, Fiera di Vicenza will debut its new Vicenzaoro Show corporate logo, a strategic move to enrich and strengthen the brand.

Fabergé will launch a new black-and-white advertising campaign for spring 2012 that aims to reinterpret the brand for a new generation.