SPRING FAIR show preview SPRING FAIR BIRMINGHAM 2017 seminar recommendations SEMINAR PICKS
We have picked the most interesting-sounding seminars from each of the show’s five days, so that you don’t have to work out which ones to prioritise
1: THE VERY LATEST ON THE SWISS WATCH PARTS EMBARGO AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOU
05 FEB 2017 14:25 - 15:05
CATWALK CAFÉ
Following the embargo on parts being distributed to independent retailers by Swiss watch houses, hear the latest updates from the group fighting this ban, and just what it means for you and your business.
CHAIR:
STEVE DOMB, CONSULTANT
2: HISTORY AND VALUE FACTORS OF PEARLS
3: THE RISE OF WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY AND SMART JEWELLERY - IS IT THE WAY FORWARD?
06 FEB 2017 15:55 - 16:20
CATWALK CAFÉ
Dive into the fascinating world of pearls. This presentation will provide an introduction to pearl formation, the predominant types of pearls found in the market, the seven value factors GIA uses to classify pearls, and how to care and clean pearl jewellery.
SPEAKER: FRANCESCA LAWLEY, GEMMOLOGY INSTRUCTOR, GIA
07 FEB 2017 11:45 - 12:20
CATWALK CAFÉ
With jewellery and technology collaborations on the rise, the panellists discuss if customer expectations mean that multipurpose, tech jewellery and watches will become the norm. Whether it’s the Apple
Watch or Bellabeat, can these wearable devices make a significant impact on the industry?
SPEAKERS: MATTHEW DRINKWATER, HEAD OF FASHION INNOVATION AGENCY, LONDON COLLEGE OF FASHION
NEIL EVANS, DESIGNER WATCHES MANAGER, DM LONDON
SARAH YSABEL DYNE-NARICI, DESIGNER
VIVIENNE LAW, OWNER,
PINK MANGO 28 JEWELLERY FOCUS February 2017 |
jewelleryfocus.co.uk
4: KEEPING UP WITH THE LATEST IN THE WATCH MARKET TO STAY AHEAD OF THE CURVE
08 FEB 2017 14:45 - 15:15
CATWALK CAFÉ
From the Swiss parts embargo to buying trends, this session is your guide to reacting to current industry developments. Look ahead to the future with the experts and hear their predications on the direction in which the industry is headed.
SPEAKER: GUY ALLEN, BRAND MANAGER, PEQUIGNET
5: THE OTHER BIG THREE
09 FEB 2017 11:40 - 12:10
CATWALK CAFÉ
Ruby, sapphire and emerald are the most well-known coloured stones in the market, but there are other gems that dominate a large section of the coloured stone industry and can command very high prices, similar to those of the big three. The panel will discuss the attributes, sources and lore of tanzanite, aquamarine and tourmaline, which are very important to the coloured stone industry. They’re beautiful and attractive to consumers looking for something a little different from the big three.
SPEAKER:
ANU MANCHANDA, GEMMOLOGY INSTRUCTOR, GIA
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