William Sites, CGA wins 2010 Robert M. Shipley Award
AGS presents Sites with its highest honor at Conclave (LAS VEGAS) - William Sites, CGA, owner and president of Sites...
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The stories behind the success of independent retailers across the country.
Heidi’s Fine Jewelry – building relationships for success
It’s been only 18 months since the doors to Heidi’s Fine Jewelry opened for business in Montgomery, Alabama. Operating out...
Once in a blue moon: How a silversmith’s design made its way to the Red Carpet
Bob Moon had been delving happily in his life’s work for decades, designing and making silver and gold jewelry at...
Polly’s Fine Jewelry – they’ve got Charleston covered
Anyone familiar with Charleston, South Carolina knows the southern city for its fabulous food and beautiful architecture. It’s a true...
NC jeweler trampled by herd of deer while opening store
For 25 years Michelle Brewer and her husband Kenny have owned and operated Brewer’s Fine Jewelry in downtown Tarboro, North...
100 years old and counting, family’s coastal business has beckoned generations home
Betty Stewart doesn’t remember the man who started her business. He died just three weeks after she was born. But...
Marketing outside the box
Independent retailers have come a long way when it comes to marketing their businesses. Years ago, very few had a...
At 85, N.C. jeweler keeps mixing business with plenty of pleasure
A long time ago, Bill Griffith learned the secret to success was simple: Have fun with it. And so he...
New software gives Kevin Seele “The Edge”
One of the most important choices independent jewelers make today is which automated software to use to run their business....
The Gem Gallery – starting a good habit
Sherry Frantz began her retail jewelry business years ago when she rented some space in a boutique. Her fledgling business...
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