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NEWS

August 15, 2024

WJAF Welcomes New Board Member Kathy Hillelson

The Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) Foundation is proud to announce the addition of Kathy Hillelson, a second-generation diamantaire and CEO of OWL Financial Group, to its board. Read more

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May 28, 2024

WJA Showcases Emerging Talent and Inclusive Community Engagement at JCK 2024

The Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) is set to make an impact at JCK this summer, sharing its unwavering dedication to empowering women in the jewelry and watch industries. Founded on the belief that women networking together can drive change, WJA has grown from a small group of visionary women into an influential international organization.  Read more

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May 1, 2024

WJA Announces Newly Elected International Board Member, Kristie Nicolosi 

The Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) welcomes newly elected member, Kristie Nicolosi, to its international Board of Directors. Nicolosi previously sat on the board from 2011-2018, where she served as WJA Treasurer and Investment Committee Chair. Read more

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March 13, 2024

WJA Foundation Establishes the Hedda Schupak-Baum Memorial Media and Communications Scholarship

The Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) Foundation announces the establishment of the Hedda Schupak-Baum Memorial Media and Communications Scholarship in honor of the late Hedda Schupak-Baum, a leader and legend in the jewelry industry. Read more

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February 26, 2024

Nikia Levesque Appointed as Vice President of WJA Foundation

The Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) announces the appointment of Nikia Levesque as the Vice President of the WJA Foundation. With nearly a decade of experience in the jewelry industry, Nikia brings a profound dedication to advancing women's careers and a proven track record of leadership and innovation. Read more

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February 7, 2024

WJA Announces the Launch of Its First Canadian Chapter WJA Toronto

The Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) announces the launch of its first Canadian Chapter, WJA Toronto, and the election of its 2024 Board of Directors, including Co-Presidents Alanna Campbell and Shelbey Dodds. Read more

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January 23, 2024

WJA Announces Two Up & Coming Designers from its Jewelry Loupe Project Showcasing at Centurion

The Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) announces two emerging designers that will participate in an inaugural showcase at the Centurion Jewelry Show. Renata Cambauva of HeyBabe and Sardwell of Renisis will present their collections at a WJA booth. Read more

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January 19, 2024

WJA Association Announces an Affiliation Agreement with the WJA Foundation

Furthering the mission to unite and empower women in the trade, the Women's Jewelry Association, a 501(c)(6), and the WJA Foundation, a 501(c)(3), are collaborating through a new nonprofit affiliation agreement. Read more

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November 6, 2023

WJA Ruby Gala Shines Bright, Marking 40 Years of Empowering Women in the Jewelry and Watch Industries 

Glitz, Glamour and Luxurious Auctions manifest at the Women’s Jewelry Association Ruby Gala. The Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) celebrated a milestone during the WJA Ruby Gala on November 2nd, 2023, held at the The Pool in illustrious Seagram Building in New York City. Read more

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October 18, 2023

WJA Ruby Gala Promises an Unforgettable Evening of Glamour and Celebration

Benefiting the Women’s Jewelry Association Foundation and commemorating four decades of dedication to empowering women in the jewelry and watch industries, the WJA Ruby Gala comes to NYC November 2, 2023... Read more.

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