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The Premier Jewelers Cooperative
A u g u s t 2 0 2 3 • I s s u e 110 Summer Buying Show 2023 • Philadelphia, PA • July 28-31
IN THE KNOW WITH RJO
Another Record-Breaking Summer Show!
Being Prepared SEE PAGE 2
JEWELER PROFILE
Nummi Jewelers SEE PAGE 6
20 NEW VENDORS
SEE PAGE 10
COVER STORY
AI - Artificial Intelligence and the Retail Jeweler SEE PAGE 12
Registration Deadline: September 8 RJO Next Gen Experience October 7-9 Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Chicago, IL
AND LUCK HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH IT. Last month’s RJO gathering in Philly established a new Summer Show record attendance, resulting in the highest Show sales ever, topping $20 million. New milestones were not the only highlights, as the Show also featured RJO winners, recognitions, and awards. In addition to the established educational sessions and seminars, keynotes, and roundtables, RJO members enjoyed reconnecting with colleagues, finding great food and drink at the historic Reading Terminal, and saving money by stocking up for the holiday months ahead. New this Show was MondayFunday, making sure the Show’s last day was filled with winners, from the Jeweler’s Jackpot to the new RJO Poker Run. “We set many goals for this Show,” says RJO CEO Sarah Streb, “which resulted in a rich and varied experience for members and vendors alike. I was confident the partnerships and opportunities we created would really stand out, and they did. We’re always pushing to make each Show better, and I think we succeeded on so many levels in Philadelphia. Along with the comments I’ve heard from attendees, I’m really pleased the numbers were so strong.”
FAMILY. DIVIDEND. SUPPORT. BUYING POWER.