Leading Jewelers of the World will hold its second annual membership meeting, July 21-23, at the Hilton Hotel in Rye Town, New York. The purpose of the meeting is to provide members with several exclusive seminars; view the Association’s new 2004 advertising campaign; discuss the possibility of special, exclusive jewelry items; and spend time brainstorming business-boosting ideas with other members.

Leading Jewelers of the World says it is holding the meeting so that it can build upon the level of business excellence that distinguishes the members of this elite Association.

“Leading Jewelers of the World is currently 42 members strong and represents over three hundred million dollars in annual retail sales volume,” said Jack Gredinger, executive director of Leading Jewelers of the World. “Our annual meeting offers a unique opportunity for the nation’s most prestigious jewelers to collaborate in ways that would not be possible without this meeting. The outcome will create a stronger brand presence for all members in their respective markets.”

Leading Jewelers of the World selects premier market leaders in retail jewelry for membership. As a Leading Jeweler of the World, the retail jeweler must abide by the standards and practices set forth by the Association. These include routine inspections, a myriad of compliance issues regarding training of personnel, product quality, the aesthetic experience of the store and customer care. What this means to the customer is the assurance of an extraordinary relationship with the jeweler characterized by exceptional integrity, fine quality products and extreme, customer care as defined by the Association’s Ultimate Jewelry Buying Experience credo. Distinguished premier retail market leaders may contact Jack Gredinger for membership criteria at 212-768-2744.

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