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8 www.thejewelrybook.com A D V E R T O R I A L A G T A Big Moves Ahead for the American Gem Trade Association AGTA Announces New Designer Grand Ballroom at the 2019 AGTA GemFair™ Tucson 2019 is an exciting year of changes for AGTA Gem- Fair™, and the fi rst new venture is the new Designer Grand Ballroom at the AGTA GemFair™ Tucson. The Grand Ballroom will be the new home for Designers, Manufacturers, Estate and Colored Diamond Dealers, who will co-exhibit alongside the Tools, Technology & Supplies Pavilion. This new exhibit will feature the hot- test designers and manufacturers in the industry, whose creations feature one-of-a-kind looks or complete jewelry lines with the bold, beautiful colored gemstones and cul- tured Pearls you expect to fi nd at GemFair. Also starring in this new venture will be Antique and Estate Dealers offering a unique array of vintage and timeless treasures, along with Colored Diamond Dealers with their rainbow of colored Diamonds to peruse. Access unique jewelry treasures through the doors of the most exciting designer event in the colored gem- stone and cultured Pearl industries knowing that you can shop with confi dence knowing you are purchasing from an AGTA Member. Find the magical collections of these Designers, Manufacturers, Estate and Colored Diamond Dealers and Tools, Technology & Supplies all in one location! Join us for AGTA GemFair Tucson on February 5 – 10, 2019. AGTA GemFair™ Tucson is internationally regarded as the premier trade show for color. Beyond fi nding the highest caliber in beauty, design, and innova- tion, attendees and exhibitors can also enjoy unparal- leled educational, networking, and business-building opportunities. Las Vegas Convention Center is the New Home for 2019 AGTA GemFair™ Las Vegas Hot on the heels of a successful 2018 show in Las Vegas, the AGTA begins plans for the AGTA Gem- Fair™ Las Vegas move to the Las Vegas Convention Center. AGTA embarks on their new partnership with Emerald Expositions, as they will be co-exhibiting alongside the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show and the newly announced PREMIER Show. "It's time for the next step for the AGTA GemFair™ Las Vegas show. The show fl oor was literally abuzz with news of the move. The collaboration with Emerald Expositions is an exciting partnership; not only is the move mutually benefi cial to both of our exhibitors and attendees, but there is also a commonality in the perspec- tives and goals of each of our organizations," said Doug- las K. Hucker, CEO of the AGTA. "The synergy of our colored gemstone and cultured pearl show, with the always popular antique show and the newly formed PREMIER Show will certainly make the Las Vegas Con- vention Center a highly attractive destination." "We are thrilled to join forces with the AGTA during Las Vegas Market Week," said Gannon Brousseau, Senior Vice President of Emerald Expositions' Jewelry Group. "We fi rmly believe that AGTA's vendors and buyers are crucial to the success of our industry, and our Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show vendors cater to a unique and varied group of qualifi ed buyers." Plans for co-registration, transportation and special events are underway, and will be announced soon. Make your plans now to join us at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Friday, May 31st - Tuesday, June 4th, 2019 for this exciting new collaboration that will take the jewelry industry by storm. AGTA trade shows are the ultimate destination for quality, beauty, and integrity in the world of colored gemstones and cultured pearls. To register or learn more information about AGTA GemFair™ Tucson or AGTA GemFair™ Las Vegas visit www.agta.org. David Gross Group Phillip Zahm Designs AGTA and Emerald Expositions tour of Las Vegas Convention Center, June 2018 Mellika Company, Inc./Crevoshay

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