Thursday, May 30
Jewelers For Children – Rings of Strength (Walk, Run and Ride Tour)
5:30 am
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino
Get A Move On! Bike, Run, Walk to Support Children in Need
On Thursday, May 30, 2013, Jewelers for Children will hold our first Strength of Hope movement event in Las Vegas. Participants can sign up to bike 50K or 15K, or run, jog, speed walk, or walk a 5K. The event will begin at 5:30 am to avoid the heat of the day and allow entrants to conclude their participation in time to put in a full day of work at LUXURY or set up your booth for JCK Las Vegas.
Participants sign up at https://www.firstgiving.com/jfcevent/rings-of-strength and ask their friends and acquaintances to sponsor their participation. You can set up your own fundraising website at https://www.firstgiving.com/jfcevent/rings-of-strength and direct all your friends there to sponsor you.
Visit https://www.firstgiving.com/jfcevent/rings-of-strength and sign up now for this fun-filled event that will get us all on the move and off to a great start to the market week activities in Las Vegas.
Sponsored by 
JCK Education
8:30 am – 5:15 pm
Tradewinds Meeting Rooms, Pool Level
(complimentary for all badge holders)
GIA Seminar: Country Origin of Corundum
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Banyan B, Level 3
Tuition: $160. Call GIA Admissions at 800-421-7250 x4001 to enroll.
GIA Seminar: Synthetic Diamonds
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Banyan B, Level 3
Tuition: $160. Call GIA Admissions at 800-421-7250 x4001 to enroll.
Friday, May 31
Diamond Empowerment Fund's Diamonds in the Sky Las Vegas: Welcome Breakfast and Diamond Showcase
7:45 am – 9:30 am
South Seas Ballroom, Level 3
(Diamond Empowerment Fund guest list – invitation only)
Diamond Empowerment Fund's kick-off to the JCK weekend with an elegant breakfast and networking reception. The event will include a diamond fashion show with DEF models showcasing Empowerment Circle Partner's and Event Sponsor's diamonds and a brief 'diamonds for GOOD' update by industry leaders.
Contact: For Sponsorship opportunities contact Executive Director, Nancy Orem Lyman at n.lyman@diamondempowerment.org or for RSVP contact Programs Manager Emily George at e.george@diamondempowerment.org.
Title Presenting Sponsor: 
Green Diamond Sponsors: 
JCK Education
8:30 am – 5:15 pm
Tradewinds Meeting Rooms, Pool Level
(complimentary for all badge holders)
JCK's Opening Ceremony
9:00 am – 9:30 am
Bayside Foyer, Level 1
Celebrate the opening of the most anticipated JCK Show yet with a look back on the year ribbon cutting and a few exciting surprises!
Watch Seminars:
Thomas Schomaker, Watchmaking Instructor/Certification Coordinator of the American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute will be back this year to talk all things watches with these can't-miss seminars right in the Watches Pavilion.
Sizing The Common (And Not So Common) Watch bracelets
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Watch Theatre, Booth B2801, Bayside, Level 1
10 Tips to Minimize Potential Watch Related Problems
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Watch Theatre, Booth B2801, Bayside, Level 1
Ensuring a Quality-Controlled Repair
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Watch Theatre, Booth B2801, Bayside, Level 1
Fashion Lounge Seminar: “How to Attract and Cultivate the Self Purchasing Woman Fashion Jewelry Shopper”
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Fashion Lounge, Bayside, Level 1
Speaker Sally Furrer will discuss aspects of attracting and cultivating the Self Purchasing Women Shopper.
Presented by, Fashion Lounge Sponsor: 
Daily Happy Hours
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
(Cash bar)
- Bridal Lounge: Shorelines, Level 2
- Design Center Lounge: Shorelines, Level 2
- Social Café Lounge, Shorelines, Level 2
- Fashion Lounge: Bayside, Level 1
- Watches Lounge: Bayside, Level 1
- Bayside Lounge: Bayside, Level 1
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Cocktail Reception
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Elite Enclave, Shorelines, Level 2
Saturday, June 1
Plumb Club Breakfast Featuring Steve Forbes
7:30 am – 9:15 am, Presentation at 8:00 am
South Seas Ballroom, Level 3
Changing Times and The Retail Jeweler: What to expect from the economy, technology and customer over the next 5 years.
Steve Forbes, world renowned economist, businessman and publisher will speak on a variety of issues relevant to the jewelry industry at the Annual Plumb Club Saturday morning breakfast. Mr. Forbes is Chairman and Editor in Chief of Forbes Media. Reservations for this important and informative program are offered on a priority, first come basis. To RSVP for this breakfast please visit: http://plumbclub.com/steveforbesrsvp/ or for more information please email the Plumb Club at: Lhess@plumbclub.com.
Presented by: 
JCK Education
8:30 am – 5:15 pm
Tradewinds Meeting Rooms, Pool Level
(complimentary for all badge holders)
Watch Seminars:
Thomas Schomaker, Watchmaking Instructor/Certification Coordinator of the American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute will be back this year to talk all things watches with these can't-miss seminars right in the Watches Pavilion.
How to Properly Change a Watch Battery
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Watch Theatre, Booth B2801, Bayside, Level 1
What Does It Take to Hire a Watchmaker?
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Watch Theatre, Booth B2801, Bayside, Level 1
Watchmaking Terms, Meanings and FAQ'S
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Watch Theatre, Booth B2801, Bayside, Level 1
New Product Gallery Awards Ceremony
2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
New Product Gallery, Shorelines, Level 2
Champagne and Engagement Party
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Bridal Lounge, Shorelines, Level 2
Join The Knot as they celebrate the bridal industry with an engagement themed party filled with exclusive tips for the industry!
Bridal Lounge is sponsored by: 
Fashion Lounge Seminar: “How to Attract and Cultivate the Self Purchasing Woman Fashion Jewelry Shopper”
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Fashion Lounge, Bayside, Level 1
Speaker Sally Furrer will discuss aspects of attracting and cultivating the Self Purchasing Women Shopper.
Presented by, Fashion Lounge Sponsor:
Daily Happy Hours
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
(Cash bar)
- Bridal Lounge: Shorelines, Level 2
- Design Center Lounge: Shorelines, Level 2
- Social Café Lounge, Shorelines, Level 2
- Fashion Lounge: Bayside, Level 1
- Watches Lounge: Bayside, Level 1
- Bayside Lounge: Bayside, Level 1
An Evening with IDCA - Cocktail Reception & Annual Awards Night
6:00 pm
Four Seasons Hotel Ballroom
IDCA Honorees this year are:
- Industry Visionary Award: Rio Tinto Diamonds
Recipient – Juell Kadet, Executive Vice President
- Doyenne of the Year: Ruth Batson, Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer
American Gem Society
- Excellence in Research Award: Mr. Thomas Moses, Senior Vice President
Gemological Institute of America
Plumb Club Gala Evening
6:30 pm
South Seas Ballroom, Level 3
This year’s Plumb Club event will feature an exclusive performance of Cirque Du Soleil’s hot new show “Michael Jackson One”. It’s sure to be a Thriller! By invitation only.
Presented by: 
Sunday, June 2
Rapaport Breakfast & Fair Trade and Certification Conferences
Rapaport Breakfast
8:00 am – 10:00 am
South Seas Ballroom, Level 3
Get the inside story about diamond markets. The Rapaport annual State of the Diamond Industry presentation will give you strategic insights you need to understand the outlook for demand and supply, as well as a forecast of diamond prices going into the Christmas season. Find out what you need to know to maximize your diamond profits.
Rapaport Certification Conference
10:30 am – 12:30 am
Banyan B Meeting Room, Level 3
The Rapaport Certification Conference, now in its 4th year, explores the current state of diamond certification and grading laboratories. This conference is a rare opportunity to delve into the nuances and standards of grading used within the industry. Join us for a lively discussion with insights from RapNet – the Rapaport Diamond Trading Network and the Rapaport Information Services Division.
Rapaport Fair Trade Jewelry Conference – Source Certification and RJC Chain-of-Custody Certification
2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Banyan B Meeting Room, Level 3
How can you make sure the diamonds and gold you sell are legitimate and legally sourced? Source Certification and the Responsible Jewellery Councils Chain-of-Custody Certification offer real world solutions that will enhance your reputations. Join Michael Rae of RJC, David Bonaparte of JA, Ronnie VanderLinden of DMIA, Martin Rapaport and a panel of industry experts to learn more about this important opportunity.
The conference is free and open to all, however, you can register in advance via email: conference@diamonds.net, online at: www.diamonds.net/conference or by calling: 702-893-9400.
Watch Seminars:
Thomas Schomaker, Watchmaking Instructor/Certification Coordinator of the American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute will be back this year to talk all things watches with these can't-miss seminars right in the Watches Pavilion.
What Does it Take to Hire a Watchmaker
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Watch Theatre, Booth B2801, Bayside, Level 1
10 Tips to Minimize Potential Watch Related Problems
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Watch Theatre, Booth B2801, Bayside, Level 1
How to Properly Change a Watch Battery
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Watch Theatre, Booth B2801, Bayside, Level 1
Engagement 101
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Social Café Lounge, Bayside, Level 1
Join Engagement 101 for bellinis & macaroons in the Social Café Lounge. Meet guest host, Michael O’Connor, and chat live for their special taping of Engagement 101 TV while you share your best bridal consumer stories.
Sponsored by: 
Top 50 Designer Retailer Awards
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Design Center Lounge, Shorelines, Level 2
Celebrate the industry's most innovative retailers for their excellence in merchandising, sales and display of designer jewelry.
Sponsored by: 
At Berkley Asset Protection Underwriters, we combine underwriting, claims and loss control expertise with personalized service to develop and provide the most creative insurance solutions. With over 20 years industry experience we have products tailored to fit the needs of jewelry retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, designers, and personal jewelry collections.
Fashion Lounge Seminar: “How to Attract and Cultivate the Self Purchasing Woman Fashion Jewelry Shopper”
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Fashion Lounge, Bayside, Level 1
Speaker Sally Furrer will discuss aspects of attracting and cultivating the Self Purchasing Women Shopper.
Presented by, Fashion Lounge Sponsor:
Daily Happy Hours
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
(Cash bar)
- Bridal Lounge: Shorelines, Level 2
- Design Center Lounge: Shorelines, Level 2
- Social Café Lounge, Shorelines, Level 2
- Fashion Lounge: Bayside, Level 1
- Watches Lounge: Bayside, Level 1
- Bayside Lounge: Bayside, Level 1
Le Vian® Red Carpet Revue 2014 Jewelry and Fashion Trend Forecast
Proceeds benefit Jewelers for Children
Lagoon Ballroom, Level 2
4:15 pm – 5:15 pm - Red Carpet Interviews, Cocktails & Refreshments
5:15 pm – 6:00 pm - Trend Forecast and Fashion Show
6:00 pm – 7:00pm After Party
Walk the red carpet, hobnob with the who's who of fine jewelry, Hollywood celebrities, press, and Le Vian® collectors and be the first to hear as Le Vian® unveils its 2014 Red Carpet Jewelry Trend Forecast in coordination with Harper's Bazaar's unveiling of its fall fashion forecast for 2013. Don't miss the hottest ticket to this standing room only all-star event in benefit of Jewelers for Children. Le Vian® will donate $500 per invited attendee with $100,000 minimum guaranteed donation to JFC. To reserve, e-mail: fashionshow@levian.com.
Jewelers For Children Facets of Hope Dinner
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
South Seas Ballroom, Level 3
Join Jewelers For Children as the celebrate 15 years at Facets of Hope dinner! During the event they will be honoring Bea Spiech, Divisional Vice President and General Merchandise Manager for Fine Jewelry and Silver at Macy's and Efraim Grinberg, Chairman of the Movado Group.
The festivities will begin at 6:00 p.m. with cocktails followed by dinner and the program at 7:30. Immediately following the event, JCK Events will hold their JCK Rocks the Beach party where all Facets of Hope attendees are welcome. Sponsorship and ticket information is available on their website at www.jewelersforchildren.org. You can also email them for more information, info@jewelersforchildren.org, or call us at 212-687-2949.
JCK Rocks the Beach
9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Beach at Mandalay Bay
Join us for a celebration and entertainment in the sand and surf. Dress in casual beach attire and be sure to plan in advance because this is one event you won't want to miss with this year's headlining entertainment, Maroon 5! Learn more »
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This year we are excited to announce the JCK Rocks the Beach 2013 Title Sponsor, Jewelers Mutual. We are looking forward to celebrating 100 years with them at The Beach at Mandalay Bay!
This event is open to all JCK badge holders and JFC Facets of Hope Dinner guests. Entrance is on a first-come, first-served basis.
