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From Setup to Setting: A Hands-On Approach to Laser Pave
Andreas ArgentinisAug. 22
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Incorporating the Art of Engraving Into Your Work
MELISSA MUIR METALSMITHAug. 22
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The Art of Granulation: Precision, Heat Control, and Advanced Bench Practice
Kathy KinevAug. 22
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Jewelry Through Time: Identifying Eras, Styles, and Motifs
Gail Brett LevineAug. 22
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Built on Repair: T urning Shop Reality into Competitive Edge
Joel ConradAug. 22
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It Was Fine When I Dropped It Off: Liability Prevention for Jewelry Businesses
Hunter BrooksAug. 22
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Advanced Laser Welding Techniques: Expanding Possibilities in Manufacturing, Repair, and Restoration
Matt LangAug. 22
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Demystifying the making of White Gold Stock
Jason ChandlerAug. 22
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Must-Have Tools for the Bench: A Panel Presentation
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Transforming Handmade Gold Stock into a Custom Solitaire Shank
Jason ChandlerAug. 22
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About Josh Helmich
Founder | Helmich Luxury Group
Josh Helmich is a jewelry industry senior professional, a third-generation jewelry entrepreneur, visionary, and consultant. Josh has extensive expertise in strategical, business development, manufacturing, and technology implementation within the global jewelry supply chain. Founded in 2018, The Helmich Luxury Group combines the knowledge and experience Josh has garnered over two plus decades in the jewelry industry in wholesale and retail jewelry trade, manufacturing, technology, and design. Josh is a highly sought-after consultant in the United States, Asia, UK and Europe. Working with clients such as Anglo American ,Platinum Guild International, and various other luxury jewelry brands across the globe for a variety of projects including manufacturing process technologies, sustainability, metallurgy, supply chain, traceability, and social responsibility within the industry.
Prior to his role in consulting Josh was VP of Susan Helmich Design Inc. from 2003-2008 and VP of Steven Kretchmer Designs from 2008-2018. Josh served on the exhibitor board of the Couture Jewelry Show from 2004-2008 and 2011-2018.
About Jenny Luker
President | Platinum Guild International USA
With over thirty years experience devoted to working with jewelry designers, manufacturers, and retailers, Jenny Luker holds the position of President of Platinum Guild International USA. In this role, Jenny is responsible for the strategic business development of the platinum jewelry industry in the US. She leads her team in developing innovative marketing and trade programs that create value for the jewelry industry and fosters new generations of consumers.
Jenny holds a BA from the University of Oklahoma and an MA from California State University at Fullerton, both in Sociology. Additionally, Jenny is a Past President of the Women’s Jewelry Association, Past Chairman of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee and current Executive Board member, Past Executive Board member of Jewelers for Children, and member of the 24 Karat Club of New York.