JCK Announces 2025 Keynote Speaker

By Brittany Siminitz | April 14, 2025

Attendees of the 2025 JCK show in Las Vegas will be able to sink their teeth into a keynote speech by Daymond John, star of the reality show Shark Tank.

“Daymond John’s 5 Shark Points for Success” will be presented on Saturday, June 7, in the San Polo ballroom of the Venetian Expo, commencing at 8 a.m. (doors open at 7:30 a.m.). The keynote address is sponsored by De Beers Group.

John, founder of the streetwear line FUBU, is the author of several books about business, entrepreneurship, and his own success story. His JCK keynote is aimed at arming industry members with actionable tips and inspiring insights on building impactful brands and scaling business growth.

JCK has also announced the full JCK Talks program for the show. It starts Thursday, June 5, with the 101 sessions. Every day from June 6 through June 8 will feature additional JCK Talks events, organized into diverse tracks: social media, sustainability and ethics, hot topics, trends, business management, sales, AI and innovation, customer experience, personal development, and marketing.

Sessions are free to all attendees and take place in multiple locations at the Venetian. On Sunday, June 8, the Social Stage will become the Sustainability Stage, with discussions of ethical sourcing, eco-friendly production practices, and innovation in sustainability.

“Celebrated as the industry’s most comprehensive event, JCK provides an unparalleled platform for learning, connection, and growth,” said Sarin Bachmann, senior vice president for the RX jewelry portfolio (which includes the JCK show and JCKonline), in a statement. “This year’s keynote speaker, Daymond John, brings a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for jewelry professionals and retailers, offering a perspective from outside our industry. Additionally, the multiday JCK Talks program offers the latest insights and trends that businesses need to thrive in today’s dynamic market, with a new focus on how to incorporate AI and innovation in retail.”

The complete education schedule for JCK can be viewed here.