Podcasts about jewelers vigilance committee

Join us - JB Jones and Alain Simic - for a chat with the incredibly sharp, witty, and delightful Tiffany Stevens, ESQ. CEO and General Counsel of Jewelers Vigilance Committee aka JVC! Oh, she is major and has a degree... or several! We talk rules and regulations, Russian diamond sanctions, and how you, as jewelers, need to take time to do the right thing... Or go to prison like JB! Jk.For all resources mentioned on this episode, check out https://jvclegal.org.Please support us on Patreon and unlock exclusive content and episodes: patreon.comFollow us @rough_cut_podcastAlso @nycjewelryweek + www.nycjewelryweek.comFor more Alain: @alainsimic + www.alainsimic.comFor more JB: @j_b_j_o_n_e_s

Matt Stuller is the Founder and Chairman of Stuller Inc., one of the largest jewelry manufacturing and distributing firms in the United States and an industry leader in the domestic and international wholesale jewelry sector. He is a member of The Jewelers Vigilance Committee and the Board at the Jewelry Information Center. Matt is a winner of the National Entrepreneur Of The Year award.   I'm thrilled to have Matt Stuller with me on the podcast today to discuss how he got his first job in the jewelry sector entirely by accident and how it developed into a lifelong career. We talk about how Stuller Inc. got its most significant break and why Matt's commitment to excellent customer service saw the company expand nationwide. Matt also shares his tips for maintaining a culture of service and generosity at the company and why leading from the front is imperative.   “We get to use those precious materials to be able to create beautiful things that celebrate very special events in life.” - Matt Stuller   “I wanted to be able to have a lot of customers who owed me a little rather than a handful of customers that ruled me.” - Matt Stuller   “This has been a mission for me.” - Matt Stuller   This Week on The Wow Factor: How Matt ended up working in a jewelry store The practical problems of setting up a jewelry business and some of the challenges Matt faced when looking for his initial funding How he built his reputation in the jewelry industry The magic of designing something beautiful that somebody wants to buy and keep as a legacy How FedEx opened up the doors of opportunity by allowing them to offer next-day delivery Matt's perspective on God and faith in business How to maintain a strong culture of service as a company grows Some of the causes that Stuller Inc. supports financially and why they are so close the Matt's heart   Matt Stuller's Word of Wisdom: To be successful takes a lot of hard work. As a leader, you have to set an example; you have to set the pace.   Connect with Matt Stuller:   Stuller, Inc. Website Stuller, Inc. on LinkedIn   Connect with The WOW Factor: The WOW Factor Website Connect with Brad Formsma via email Brad Formsma on LinkedIn Brad Formsma on Instagram Brad Formsma on Facebook Brad Formsma on Twitter  

It's not everyday that you meet someone in jewelry law let alone a sistah! So many gems are dropped (pun intended) on this week's episode.  Miya Owens, Esq. brings years of experience in business and intellectual property litigation, corporate compliance and two information privacy protection certifications to her roles at the Jewelers Vigilance Committee. Before joining the JVC, Miya worked with a diverse client base at two prominent law firms, both specializing in intellectual property matters. During her time at both firms, she received recognition for exceptional service to her clients and her dedication to pro bono advocacy. She then focused on broker-dealer and anti-money laundering compliance matters at a well-known multinational investment bank. In addition to earning her JD from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Miya graduated with honors in Technology and Communication from Baruch College, where she minored in Journalism.

Rebecca Foerster is the current President of North America for Alrosa, where she oversees the development of polished diamond sales and customer service. Ms. Foerster is also the Executive Vice President of the Natural Color Diamond Association and serves on the Board of Directors for Diamonds Do Good, the Women's Jewelry Association, and the Jewelers Vigilance Committee. To learn more about Alrosa visit eng.alrosa.ruFor all of your jewelry needs, find us at theclearcut.co

Paul has an in-depth discussion with Tiffany Stevens of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee, a 100-year-old organization based in New York that provides compliance guidance and legal services to the jewelry industry. The two start out talking about the Ira Sohn Investment Conference, an acclaimed annual event where hedge fund managers give away some of their best ideas for charity; Tiffany previously served as a c-suite executive for the organization behind the event. Paul and Tiffany then discuss scrutiny in the jewelry industry, how the supply-chain can navigate compliance challenges and problems with how man-made diamonds and diamond simulants are marketed to consumers. The conversation concludes with Tiffany briefly discussing how the current humanitarian crisis in Myanmar could spill over to the jewelry trade and what industry participants can do.     Hosted by: Paul Zimnisky Guest: Tiffany Stevens Guest plug: www.jvclegal.org     Show contact: paul@paulzimnisky.com or visit www.paulzimnisky.com.   Please note that the contents of this podcast includes anecdotes, observations and opinions. The information should not be considered investment or financial advice. Consult your investment professional before making any investment decisions. Please read full disclosure at: www.paulzimnisky.com.

In This Episode In the latest installment of “The Jewelry District,” you’ll hear JCK editor-in-chief Victoria Gomelsky and news director Rob Bates recap the latest news, including a Fashion Week recap and a look at how the trade war and tariffs on China will affect the industry. Victoria and Rob also cover the new JCK print and digital plan for 2020 and share a weird story of the week. You’ll also hear Rob and Vic interview Tiffany Stevens of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee on how she got there, what she does, and current issues concerning the JVC.   Show Notes 00:45 Recap of Fashion Week and the jewelry trends and best jewelry so far. 07:42 Are the 90s coming back into fashion and what does it mean for jewelry? 09:10 Trade wars and tariffs on China, and how this affects the industry. 15:40 Overview of JCK’s print and digital plan for 2020, including change in magazine frequency. 17:50 JCK’s 150th Anniversary Issue—a print keepsake that will still have value. 19:10 Weird Story: A dairy farmer in Singapore proposed by putting a ring on a cow’s udder. 22:15 Rob Bates and Victoria Gomelsky interview Tiffany Stevens, President, CEO and General Counsel of JVC. 22:30 Tiffany covers her history and beginnings at JVC and what drew her to the jewelry industry. 24:44 Tiffany gives some background on JVC’s history, mission, and what they’re doing now. 27:20 Tiffany talks about how lab-grown diamonds affect the JVC mediation practice. 28:35 Rob asks Tiffany how consumers can get in touch with the JVC if they have an issue they want to bring to their attention. 29:45 Tiffany speaks on what the State Department asks of the industry regarding sourcing. 33:15 What you can do to show you’re compliant: filing suspicious activity reports. 39:00 Rob asks Tiffany how effective Anti-Money Laundering laws are in flagging things. 40:15 Tiffany speaks on the FTC guides and their aftereffects.   Episode Credits Hosts: Rob Bates and Victoria Gomelsky Guest: Tiffany Stevens Editor: Levi Sharpe Producer & Engineer: Natalie Chomet Plugs: jckonline.com, @jckmagazine, jvclegal.org   Show Recap Fashion Week Highlights Vic covers some of the best jewelry moments of the week, and some emerging trends that she has noticed. Some takeaways are a strong 60’s-70’s structural trend, especially from Marc Jacobs. These striking pieces show that fashion designers may be starting to acknowledge jewelry design and craft rather than adding jewelry as an afterthought. Ulla Johnson paired her outfits with pieces from Grainne Morton, a U.K. designer that does these sculptural earrings and necklaces with lots of dangling pieces. Another designer, Brandon Maxwell, paired denim outfits with colored stones and lots of chains. Vic has noticed chains as an emerging trend that will extend to 2020. Are The 90’s Making a Comeback? Vic and Rob notice that some 90’s styles are starting to make a comeback, and they speculate what it could mean for jewelry. Besides the Tin Cup pearl necklace, popularized by the movie it was named for, Vic can’t pinpoint any jewelry styles that were big in the 90’s, and characterizes it as a sad time for jewelry. She supposes that every time an era’s trends come back, they do so with a dash of the modern sprinkled in, which could bring some hope for jewelry trends moving forward. Trade Wars are Back 15% tariffs were put on products from China beginning on September 1st. Though many products were exempt, jewelry products were not among them. Though some large manufacturers say they are not affected, others are sorting through the chaos. Rob explains that it’s not as simple as not purchasing products from China. Many small parts, boxes, and other essential items are made in China. This adds up. New Print and Digital Plan for JCK JCK’s print frequency will change for 2020 from seven issues to four, keeping a spring, pre-show, at-show, and fall holiday preview issue. The focus will shift to digital, including the podcast, webinars, web coverage, and more. Though this is a change, it is in line with the rest of the industry. The upcoming 150th Anniversary issue is an example of a timeless print issue that may not translate to the web in the same way. JCK will keep its foot in print, while strengthening the already solid digital presence. Weird Story: A Moo-ving Proposal A farmer in Singapore proposes to his girlfriend by placing a diamond engagement ring on a cow’s udder, sparking incredulous reactions from a ring-shaming Facebook group, questions of animal cruelty, and a plethora of bovine-inspired puns. Interview: Tiffany Stevens JVC, founded in 1917, has covered a lot of issues over its history in tandem with whatever is going on in the jewelry industry. Its mission is to help all those along the supply chain with any compliance issues that they are experiencing. Tiffany covers new types of fraud that had been uncovered as the lab-grown diamond industry begins to grow. She advises on how consumers can get in touch with the JVC if they have an issue they want to bring to their attention. Tiffany speaks on what the State Department asks of the industry regarding sourcing. She also talks about AML laws as well as the FTC guides and much more.

 We tackle some tough, pressing jewelry industry topics this week on Inside the Jewelry Trade radio show.  Questions such as: 1. What should jewelers do right now to avoid FTC compliance letters or worse, lawsuits?  2. How can vendors and retailers best protect themselves from new government policy enforcement of supply chain issues?  3. Can jewelers ensure a safe and fair workplace for employees while also decreasing legal risks as an employer?  4. Given the Wayfair Supreme Court case, how should a jeweler think about sales tax and what resources are available to implement these new tax changes? Our guests this week are Tiffany Stevens, the President, and CEO of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee, and Sara Yood, Senior Counsel for the Jewelers Vigilance Committee.    

This month on The Barb Wire, host Barbara Palumbo welcomes a rising star in the jewelry business, gem trader Dave Bindra, vice-president of B&B Fine Gems. Still in his early 30s, Bindra has built up an impressive resume, serving as president of the Los Angeles chapter of the GIA Alumni Association, member of the board of directors of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee, acclaimed AGS Conclave speaker, not to mention running a seriously cool Instagram account @gemfluencer. (Come for the awesome collection of gemstones, stay for the awesome collection of color-coordinated shoes.) Enjoy the newest episode of The Barb Wire. It's talk radio for the jewelry business.

 In this episode, we talk with Tiffany Stevens, the President & CEO of Jewelers Vigilance Committee and Sara Yood, the Senior Counsel for JVC about the release of the new Federal Trade Commission "Jewelry Guides."  These new guidelines address natural mined diamonds vs lab-grown diamonds, the changes in karat minimums, the disclosure of metal platings, and much more. The"Jewelry Guides" haven't been revised in 22 years.    

Tiffany Stevens, the new CEO & President of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee shares her insights on several legal issues facing jewelers and the jewelry trade in this week’s episode. Money laundering, intellectual copyright protection, and what it means to say, “Made in the USA” are just a few of the topics we delve into.