InsideTrack
September 2025
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Newsletter
The latest RJO news and announcements
BACK TO SCHOOL AND BACK TO BREAKING RECORDS! Important Dates
September
September 10th
Payments due in the RJO Office
September 15th
RJO Foundation Scholarship Applications Due
September 15-19th
RJO Foundation Art Auction
September 22-25th
RJO Management Development Program
TELL US HOW WE DID!
We wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude for your participation in the recent buying show Your presence and engagement contributed significantly to its success
As we strive for continuous improvement, we highly value your feedback on the event Your insights and suggestions will help us enhance future buying shows and tailor them to better meet your needs.
Please take a few moments to share your thoughts with us by completing the feedback form linked below:
The kids are back in school, and RJO retailers just earned an A+ in Schaumburg with a record-breaking Buying Show! With sales topping $23 9 million, the 355 retailers in attendance delivered an Honor Roll performance, making Schaumburg 2025 the highest-grossing buying show in RJO history Congratulations to everyone who helped set this new standard!
Now, class is in session as we shift our focus to Phoenix, Arizona for the 2026 Winter Buying Show. We can’t wait to see retailers bring that same energy to the desert and celebrate another year of success together. It will be the start of RJO’s 60 Anniversary! th
This fall is also packed with opportunities to learn and grow like the RJO Management Development Program and GIA Grading Labs, both designed to give you a leg up in the classroom of business. Need a little tuition help? The RJO Foundation Scholarships are here to support you or your staff as you head back to class see below for details on applying or donating. Round out your fall schedule with the RJO Rock Tour and Leadership Committee applications, and you’ll be sure to get a gold star!
And remember check your email and follow RJOExclusive on Facebook to stay at the top of the class when it comes to RJO announcements!
GIA COLORED STONE GRADING & PEARL GRADING LABS
This four-day course will take place November 4th - 7th at the Jewelers Mutual Campus in in Neenah, Wisconsin Plan to arrive on November 3rd
Cost: $2,525/attendee* Limited seating available.
BACK TO CLASS WITH AN RJO FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Applications are now being accepted for the RJO Foundation Fall 2025 Scholarships! Both members and vendors can apply for scholarship funds Scan the QR code to apply today!
The RJO Foundation recently surpassed over $150,000 in scholarship awards to RJO Retailers and Vendors To donate to the RJO Foundation, scan this QR code.
Application Deadline: Friday, September 15th!
GET INVOLVED!
RJO Foundation Seeking Board Members
The RJO Foundation is looking for individuals who would be interested in serving a three year term on the Foundation's Board of Directors This leadership committee is responsible for overseeing the RJO Foundation, expanding fundraising opportunities, and allocating funds for scholarships to our members. There are four (4) open seats for this board.
If interested, please be sure to complete the online application by Monday, October 6th
RJO Merchandise Review Committee Applications
RJO is now accepting applications for the Merchandise Review Committee. This leadership committee is responsible for the selection of new vendor partners and oversees all vendor partnership agreements. There are two (2) open seats for this board
If interested, please be sure to complete the online application by Monday, October 6th
Application Deadline: Monday, October 6th!
Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!
RJO VENDOR AWARDS
The following RJO vendors were recently recognized at the Summer Buying Show for their outstanding contributions to our organization
Loose Goods: GN Diamonds
Finished Goods: Allison-Kaufman Ostbye
Clock/Watch
Citizen Watch Co.
Service/Specialty Products:
Edge by Abbott Jewelry Systems Jewel-Craft Inc
Loose Colored Stones: Darling Imports
Application Deadline: Monday, October 6th!
PLEASE UPDATE YOUR RECORDS:
SUPPLEMENT #8 | 8-23-25 STATEMENT
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS:
PLEASE NOTE:
CHANGES TO THE FOLLOWING VENDOR INFORMATION. INFORMATION IS UPDATED ON THE ONLINE DIRECTORY.
PLEASE UPDATE THE FOLLOWING VENDOR INFORMATION:
Breuning is dropping RJO.
Breuning has chosen to drop their membership with RJO RJO will accept invoices through January 23, 2026.
Bijou Inc. – has moved:
New address: 5915 Mira Mesa Blvd, Suite C-1, San Diego, CA 92121
All other information remains the same
Luminar Creations – has moved:
New address: 635 S Olive St, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90014
All other information remains the same
Sales Representative of the Year: Tim Marr, Ostbye Steve Summerlin, Heera Moti
Rising Star Awards: SDC Creations S Vinodkumar USA, Inc
Friday Night Kick-Off Tower Winner: Global Liquidators
RJO RETAILER WINNERS
The following stores were BIG winners at the recent RJO Summer Buying Show Thank you to all the retailers who extended their stay for our Monday FUNday activities and all the sponsoring vendors making this possible! Congratulations to the winners!
RJO JEWELERS JACKPOT
$1,000 - Pamela’s Jewelry, Spring Green, WI
$2,000 - Pacheco’s Jewelry, Taunton, MA
$3,000 - Stadheim Jewelers, Mason City, IA
RJO FOUNDATION PRIZE WINNERS:
Z’s Fine Jewelry, Peoria, AZ - Raise Your Spirits Jimmy Lawson, JD&Co - Raise Your Spirts Golden Designs, Bradenton FL - Raise Your Spirts Better Bling, Stafford TX - Diamond Art
RJO VENDOR BINGO
Cahill-Pribyl Jewelers, Inc. Keokuk, IA
Chipper’s Jewelry, Bonney Lake, WA
LaDon's Fine Jewelry LLC, Nampa, ID
Continued Education
GIA COLORED STONE GRADING & PEARL GRADING LAB SEMINARS
RJOisveryexcitedtohavepartneredwithGIAandtheJewelersMutualGrouptobringtheGIAColored StoneGradingLabandPearlGradingLabtotheMidwest.CurrentlyonlyofferedinNewYorkorCarlsbad, thisopportunity,exclusivetoRJOretailers,offersacentrallocationtohostthesepopularcourses.RJO vendor,JewelersMutual,hasgraciouslyofferedtohostthecourseintheirfacility,locatedinNeenah,WI. TheselabswillbefacilitatedbyaGIAInstructor.
REGISTRATION NOTE: This course is limited to the first 15 registered students. Each student is responsible for securing their own hotel accommodations. Please plan to arrive on November 3, 2025. Each student is also required to provide GIA with both a copy of a government issued photo ID (example driver's license or passport) AND proof of high school diploma, GED, or equivalent (transcripts are accepted)
VENDOR PARTNERS
J. FRANK GOLDEN & ASSOCIATES
ation: McDonough, GA
Email: Denatanner2@gmail com Phone: (770) 946-9224
Terms/Discounts:10%Discount AllservicesareNET
Memoavailable-15daymemos Net-30onallinvoiced purchases Flexibleterms $1850flat-ratesecond-day shipping
CompanyDescription: Weareafamilyownedand operatedloosecoloredstonewholesalecompany JFG hasbeenservingthejewelryindustryforover55years.
KeyPersons:DenaGoldenTanner,EllaGoldenEskridge, KateSpencer,andBetseyWheeler
PLATINUM 1911 FINE JEWELRY
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Email: Troy@platinum1911 com
Phone: (949) 903-1182
Terms/Discounts:5%discountoffassetorders&short termmemo Long-termmemo-NET Nominimumbuy-in WatchesandBullionarebilleddirectandnotsold throughRJO
CompanyDescription: Platinum1911specializesinFine PeriodEstateJewelry,Diamonds,Gemstones&Watches Wescourtheworldthroughour20year+networkinthe businesstoaquiresomeofthebestfinejewelryestates thatcomeavailableandpassonnotonlyapieceof history,butalsoatremendousvalue!
KeyPersons:TroyPerkins&CharleneSoto
JYE LUXURY COLLECTION
Location: Burlingame, CA
Email: jyescorp@gmail com
Phone: (415) 621-8880
Terms/Discounts:8%discount Extendedterms&memo available. i
Fall 2025
SIF JAKOBS JEWELRY
Location: Fairport, NY
Email: Jonas@sifjakobs com Phone: (585) 230-6186
Terms/Discounts:10%discount Extendedterms Co-opmarketing Displaysallincludedwith$2,000openingorderat$30flatrateshipping Packagingandgiftbagswitheveryitem.
CompanyDescription: SifJakobsJewelryisanaward-winningjewelry brand Sifisatrainedgoldsmithandworldtravelerthatlovestodesign andcreateelegantanddramaticjewelry Hergoalistoshareher beautifulanddramaticstylesandmakeanaffordableluxuryforall womentoshine
KeyPersons:JonasWormHansen,IanJamesGonzalez,NicholeRodd, andJimGonzalez
BLACK FOREST
Location: Owatonna, MN
Email: Joe@blackforrestltd com Phone: (507) 451-6525
Terms/Discounts:3%discount Nominimumorders
CompanyDescription: Since1984,BlackForesthasbeenaleaderin jewelrymanufacturingforover40years.Asawholesaler,weworkwith distributors/retailerstohelpthemmeettheneedsoftheircustomersno matterhowbigorsmalltheprojectmightbe Wespecializein CorporateRecognitionJewelry,ScholasticandChampionshipRings
KeyPersons:JoeEffertz,MichaelJordal,RobynFarrag,andAshley Kingland
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CompanyDescription: AtJye'sweprideourselvesin creatingjewelryworthyofbeingpasseddowngenerations Eachdesignreflectsourcommitmenttosuperior materials,refinedcraftsmanship,andenduringbeautycraftedtocomplimentthenaturaleleganceofthosewho cherishthem
KeyPersons:CharlesUeng
YEZEKYAN FINE JEWELRY
Location: Boca Raton, FL
Email: Nyezekyan@gmail com
Phone: (561) 306-1817
ount 1 timecustomers-additional3%off theirorder Memoavailable-30days Extendedtermsavailable Free shippingonordersover$10,000. st
CompanyDescription: Value-drivenfinejewelrymakerblending moderndesigns,offeringhighqualitycompetitivelypriced,everyday wearableandformalcollectionsandresponsivecustomerservice Withourcustomersneedsour#1priority
KeyPersons:NoryYezekyan,ChristopherYezekyan,andNicolas Yezekyan
SPARKLING LAB GROWN DIAMONDS
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Email: Shweta@sparklingjewelry com
Phone: (213) 804-7379
Terms/Discounts:10%offfinishedjewelryitems-105%offinvoiced ordersover$10,000-11%offinvoicedordersover$50,000 6%offloose lab-growndiamonds-65%offinvoicedordersover$10,000 -7%off invoicedordersover$50,000 Extendedtermsavailable $15,000memo 90days $35Flat-RateFedExPriorityOvernightShipping FreeShipping onfirstorder
CompanyDescription: Yourgo-tosourceforlab-growndiamondsand finishedjewelry-offeringunmatchedvalue,fastshipping,andan extensive,ever-evolvingselectionacrossallcategories
KeyPersons:ShwetaShah,NiravShah,ShreniShah,andDelmiMolina
SEPTEMBER 15 - 19, 2025
It's Back!
AUCTION DATES: SEPTEMBER 15-19
ABOUT THE AUCTION:
Former RJO Foundation President, Mike Doland, has donated this stunning and incredibly intricate gallery of his original artwork in support of the RJO Foundation His hope these beautiful pieces will hang on the store and office walls of his fellow RJO peers all across the nation
Proceeds from this auction will go towards Spring and Fall 2026 Scholarship recipients as well as towards building the Foundation endowment for future sustainability.
The RJO Foundation sincerely thanks Mike for this amazing contribution! We are excited to share his talents with the organization.
We also wish to thank RJO Foundation Vice President Kymberlee Setterberg from Setterberg Jewelers in Arizona and Doland Jewelers in Iowa for helping to ship the artwork to the winning bidders.
