
The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) will establish an AGTA Colored
Gemstones and Cultured Pearl Pavilion at the inaugural InStore Show, to be held
at the Navy Pier in
Douglas K. Hucker, AGTA's CEO, said, "Our member firms are looking forward to seeing how InStore's fresh thinking extends to the trade show environment."
The AGTA Pavilion will be comprised of AGTA members selling loose colored gemstones and pearls along with designers and manufacturers of colored gemstone and cultured pearl intensive jewelry.
James Reed, show director, said, "The product quality and ethical business practices of AGTA firms are exactly what we are looking for in creating the best show experience for our buyers."
At this stage, the three-day event is expected to draw approximately 400 booths and will offer special educational opportunities aimed at addressing the most essential purchasing, marketing and management questions independent jewelers face today.

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