MG Joyeros, The Diamond Galleria, and Koser Jewelers were also honored

Diamond jewelry brand Hearts On Fire hosts an annual Retailer of the Year contest for its independent retail partners—and this year, the brand rolled out five subcategories within the contest.

Hearts On Fire’s Global Retailer of the Year champion is fine jewelry chain James & Sons, which has locations in Chicago, Orland Park, Ill., and Schererville, Ind.

The remaining four subcategories were awarded as follows: Rookie of the Year award went to The Diamond Galleria in Evansville, Ind.; the Bridal Retailer of the Year is The Wedding Ring Shop in Honolulu; the Increased Sell-Through Retailer of the Year went to Koser Jewelers in Mount Joy, Pa.; and the Brand Advocate Retailer of the Year is MG Joyeros in Panama City.

Hearts On Fire is in over 750 retail locations encompassing 32 countries.

“The 2016 honors were given to retail partners who best aligned themselves with Hearts On Fire’s specific business goals,” read a company statement.

“All of these teams are recognized for dedication to growing their Hearts On Fire business, providing an unforgettable brand experience, maximizing marketing initiatives and in-store environments, and most importantly, an immersion into the Hearts On Fire culture of exceptional training and brand values designed to drive sell-through at the counter.”

(Photo courtesy of Hearts On Fire)

Emili Vesilind

JCK Senior Editor