Bench Conference Up-dates

General Sessions

The following General Sessions will be held during the Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo, April 24 – 27, 2008.  All paid attendees can attend these General Session, PLUS their choice of Break-Out Seminars.  For more information on the Break-Out Seminar or to register go to: www.BenchConference.com

Thursday Lunch

Bench Tips

Panel – Brad Simon, Jurgen Maerz, Joel McFadden, Steve Satow

Making and repairing jewelry encompasses only a few basic techniques.  However, there are numerous tricks to use in mastering those techniques.  In this session you will learn tips, tricks, and techniques on jewelry repair, fabrication, and stone setting from our panel of Master Jewelers.

Friday Breakfast

Dueling Setters

Brad Simon & Jurgen Maerz

Pave setting has long been associated with elegant jewelry.  In this seminar you’ll learn from seasoned bench professionals the skills needed to set fine quality pave.  This unique format pits two master jewelers against each other as they reveal their secrets and techniques to this advanced setting procedure.  Learn intricate setting from two perspectives as each demonstrates their individual expertise. 

Friday Lunch

Passion Awards

Mark Grosser & Brad Simon

During this special awards presentation you will see all the entries in the 4th annual Bench Jewelers Passion Awards Design Competition.  Let your creativity go and be inspired by these masterful jewelry creations.  See which pieces the judges choose as the winners are unveiled and judge for yourself if you agree with their decisions. 

Saturday Breakfast

Dueling Jewelers

Joel McFadden & Mark Grosser

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.  Personal preference dictates what acceptable jewelry design is and no two opinions are alike.  This unique presentation pits two jewelry designers against each other as they share their design ideas for the same project, and explain their manufacturing methods.  CAD-CAM VS Hand Carved VS Fabrication, It’s all here as these two Master Jewelers reveal their techniques and design inspiration.

Saturday Lunch

Working with Platinum

Jurgen Maerz

In this multi-media presentation you will see how platinum is mined and learn about specific manufacturing methods as well as the features and benefits of various platinum alloys.  Learn how to avoid problems in creating and repairing platinum jewelry by understanding the advantages of different platinum alloys from the industries foremost platinum jewelry expert.  You’ll learn all about the processes involved in taking platinum from the ground to your customer’s finger.

Sunday Breakfast

Working with Colored Stones

Wayne Emery

Handling Colored Stones in the shop causes additional problems to setters and repair jewelers.  Broaden your knowledge base by finding out about different Colored Stones; what precautions to take and more importantly what not to do when working with them.  Pick up vital new skills on how to identify treatments and enhancements to avoid damaging expensive, irreplaceable gemstones.

Sunday  Lunch

The Future of the Industry

Panel – Brad Simon, Jurgen Maerz, Joel McFadden,
Mark Grosser, Steve Satow, Wayne Emery

What does the future hold for bench jewelers?  What changes will take place during the next few years?  What effect will new technology have on your shop?  Our panel of experts will look into their crystal ball and share their views to these and other pressing questions facing the bench jeweler.  Don’t be left unprepared.  Learn today what you will need to know in the coming years.

There Is Still Time To Register!

For Full Conference Information and to Register go to: www.BenchConference.com

Bench Jewelers Suppliers Expo April 25 - 26

FREE with advanced registration ($10 at the door)

Part of the Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo

The Premier Event for Bench Jewelers

April 24 – 27, 2008

Go to www.BenchConference.com to register!

“I had a wonderful time here at the conference.  Most Bench Jewelers live in our small boxes and this is a chance to get out, socialize and meet new people, find out what is happening in the industry, meet some wonderful vendors, just an all round excellent opportunity.  I think there was a good mix of exhibitors.  It’s wonderful to be able to compare products side by side and then be able to verify what the sales people say with so many jewelers in the room with experience in their shops with those products.  It’s just a wonderful opportunity to see a good mix of vendors.”

Wayne Emery – Bettendorf, IA

SUPPLIERS EXPO

Friday & Saturday April 25 – 26  1PM to 7PM

FREE with advanced registration

The Suppliers Expo showcases all the suppliers of tools & equipment, finding companies, refiners, casting houses, diamond & stone dealers, Laser Welders, CAD programs and more.  EVERYTHING A BENCH JEWELER NEEDS IS HERE!

The Price Is Right Game will be played during the Gala Reception on Friday night.  Just like the TV game show you will have the opportunity to Come on Down and compete to win tools & equipment.  Many of the companies exhibiting at the Suppliers Expo have donated great prizes to be won.  The Gala Reception is FREE to all jewelers attending the Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo.  All prizes not won during the game on Saturday night will be given away on Sunday afternoon in a Consolation Drawing. 

“The Bench Conference was an overall good experience, with lots of opportunity to network with other jewelers with a vast knowledge and experience.  The free sharing of information was excellent.”

Pablo Martinez – Albuquerque, NM

Go to www.BenchConference.com for all the details and to register!

“I enjoyed the most that jewelers can all come together and have camaraderie, the time we can be together and sit around and talk and iron out problems we may have.  It’s neat to have a venue where we can get together and learn new things and share with one another and just to get together with other people who understand what we are talking about.  It is wonderful.  The classes are very informative; they are very concise and to the point and the instructors are always open to questions.”

Heath Rackley – Greenville SC

CONFERENCE HOTEL

The Conference hotel is the Marriott Hotel Los Angeles Airport, 5855 W. Century Blvd.,
Los Angeles, CA  90045

Staying at the Host Hotel provides you the best opportunity to take advantage of the many networking opportunities and all that the Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo has to offer. 

In the past many jewelers had to stay at other hotels because they waited too long to book their room.

Don’t be left outside!  Book your room TODAY!

Staying at the Marriott hotel is:

CONVENIENT

Stay at the Marriott and enjoy the camaraderie of other jewelers in the evenings after the program.  All conference activities will be held at the Marriott LAX plus it has several lobbies, a sports bar, and restaurant making an ideal meeting places for show attendees and exhibitors to meet and socialize in the evenings after the Conference & Expo activities are over. 

ECONOMICAL

The luxurious hotel rooms at the Marriott LAX normally sell for $224.  However we have arranged a special room rate of only $119.

FREE AIRPORT SHUTTLE

The Marriott LAX provides free shuttle service for those jewelers staying at the hotel.

DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY to meet with other jewelers in a relaxed atmosphere. 

To book your hotel room call the hotel directly and tell them you are attending the Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo or log onto:

http://www.benchconference.com/Exhibitor/showhotel.html

“Just a note to say a BIG THANKS for the great conference this weekend!  I came away with some wonderful ideas and information.  Plus it was nice to be able to talk with others in the trade.”
Jeff Watson

The 2008 Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo is fast approaching. 

Don’t Miss It – Register Today!

Go to www.BenchConference.com  for all the details and to register.

Produced BY Bench Jewelers FOR Bench Jewelers

We Know and Understand your Needs and Concerns

Last Chance to Save

Early Registration Ends Midnight March 15th

Last Chance to SAVE!!

Don’t Wait - Register Now.

 

Log onto: www.BenchConference.com

Early Registration Deadline is Fast Approaching!!

The Early Registration Deadline for the Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo is Fast Approaching!!

Early Registration Deadline March 15th

Hotel Room Rate Deadline March 19th

 

Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo

April 24 – 27, 2008

Marriott Hotel, Los Angeles Airport

The Premier Event for Bench Jewelers

www.BenchConference.com

 

The hotel room rate at the Marriott is $119 a night.  This room rate is guaranteed through March 19th.  If you have not made your hotel reservations yet go to: http://benchconference.com/Exhibitor/showhotel.html and click on the link to the Marriott or call 310-641-5700 and tell them you are exhibiting at the Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo.

Staying at the Marriott provides you the best opportunity to take advantage of the many networking opportunities and all that the Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo has to offer.  Make your hotel room reservation TODAY!

 

Bench Jewelers Supplier’s Expo

Friday & Saturday April 25 –26

The Supplier’s Expo showcases tools & equipment, findings, refiners, casting houses, diamond & stone dealers, laser welders, CAD programs and more.  EVERYTHING A BENCH JEWELER NEEDS IS HERE!  Plus a Gala Reception Friday Evening with a chance to win great prizes from the vendors.

 

Bench Jewelers Educational Conference

Thursday through Sunday April 24 – 27

The Educational Conference will have a new format this year and will run from Thursday through Sunday.  Attend one, two, three, or all four days.  There will be Seminars, Bench Demonstrations, Networking Opportunities, Discussion Groups, Meals and MORE! 

 

DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY to meet with other Bench Jewelers in a relaxed atmosphere.

 

Log onto: www.BenchConference.com for full information and to register.

Produced BY Bench Jewelers FOR Bench Jewelers

We Know and Understand your Needs and Concerns

 

 

Early Registration Deadline March 15th

Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo

April 24 – 27, 2008

Marriott Hotel, Los Angeles Airport

The Premier Event for Bench Jewelers

Early Registration Deadline March 15th

“It’s nice to see someone put on a conference specifically for bench jewelers.”

Cathy Rowe

Two Great Events - On Fantastic Weekend

Bench Jewelers Supplier’s Expo

Friday & Saturday April 25 – 26

Bench Jewelers Educational Conference

Thursday through Sunday April 24 – 27

Produced BY Bench Jewelers FOR Bench Jewelers

We Know and Understand your Needs and Concerns

The Supplier’s Expo showcases tools & equipment, findings, refiners, casting houses, diamond & stone dealers, laser welders, CAD programs and more.  EVERYTHING A BENCH JEWELER NEEDS IS HERE!  Plus a Gala Reception Friday Evening with a chance to win great prizes from the vendors.

“I’ve picked up quite a few things here.  It’s been a great show.”

Howard Jones

The Educational Conference will have a new format this year and will run from Thursday through Sunday.  Attend one, two, three, or all four days.  There will be Seminars, Bench Demonstrations, Networking Opportunities, Discussion Groups, Meals and MORE!  Whether you are a beginner looking to develop your skills and build your career or a seasoned veteran of the bench looking to refresh your skills and rejuvenate your career, the conference programs will help jump-start your creativity and motivate you to accomplish your goals. 

“I attended the Bench Jewelers Conference and I not only had a great time but I also learn a lot.  The presenters were approachable and provided a vast amount of knowledge and experience.”

Catherine Darlington

Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo is open to all Bench Jewelers including Professional and Serious Hobbyist.  DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY to meet with other jewelers in a relaxed atmosphere. 

“The Bench Conference was an overall good experience, with lots of opportunity to network with other jewelers with a vast knowledge and experience.  The free sharing of information was excellent.”

Pablo Martinez

Log onto: www.BenchConference.com

for Full Information and to Register.

Early Registration Deadline March 15th

Bench Jewelers Conference & Expo

April 24 – 27, 2008

The Premier Event for Bench Jewelers

 

Early Registration Deadline March 15th.   Sign-Up now and SAVE $$$

Attend one, two, three, or all four days. 

Log onto www.BenchConference.com for full details and to register.