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Yancy Weinrich is the Senior Vice President of Reed Exhibition and oversees JCK, LUXURY, JIS, and PGA.
JCK Las Vegas, the jewelry industry’s largest North American trade event, announced dates for the 2019 show, which will take place at the Sands Expo & The Venetian, featuring JCK Las Vegas, Luxury, JIS Exchange, as well as the new Global Gemstone Pavilion.
Event dates are Friday, May 31st through Monday, June 3rd, 2019.
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Question #1 – Is it me, or does it seem kind of poetic that you got your degree from the University of Las Vegas – UNLV and then a few years later you’re organizing the largest jewelry trade show in North America in of all places, Las Vegas? How did you connect those dots in your career? Timestamp: [4:35]
Question #2 – The JCK Las Vegas Show was originally built over 27 years ago with the industry, for the industry. Over the years I’ve seen it continue to change, expand, and reinvent itself to become more impactful for those attending. What role does JCK Las Vegas play in your events portfolio which includes not only JCK Las Vegas but also LUXURY at JCK, Swiss Watch at JCK, and JCK Tucson? Timestamp: [5:37]
Question #3 – The big news for JCK Las Vegas has to be the event returning to the Venetian & Sands Expo Convention Center for 2019. Moving over 2,100 exhibitors is a daunting task to be sure, but that begs the questions of why now and what are the real-world advantages to retailers and vendors? Timestamp: [6:36]
Question #4 – Let’s stay with the event for a moment and talk about how JCK helps buyers and suppliers maintain and even improve margins through what you call “Show Neighborhoods.” Can you give us some insight into “Show Neighborhoods”, as well as, the new ones you’re planning to offer? Timestamp: [7:49]
Question #5 – One of my personal favorite portions of the show is a feature called, “JCK Talks.” In fact, we recorded a live episode from “JCK Talks” a few years ago. What I really enjoyed about the experience was the incredible synergy and the free exchange of information and ideas. In your view, how important is offering continuing education to the overall JCK Las Vegas experience, and can you also give us a brief rundown of the offerings available? Timestamp: [8:54]
Question #6 – What I enjoy about the show, is that you are continually making the experience more fulfilling and less stressful for those who attend. One of your latest innovations that I thought was a pure genius is what’s called “JCK Match.” Can you take a few moments and delve into what “JCK Match” is and how it benefits vendors and retailers? Timestamp: [10:19]
Question #7 – There is one important resource you’ve made available for the first time this year that we DEFINITELY need to talk about. You’ve put together the first-ever “JCK Industry Trends Survey” that is filled with useful insights. What went into pulling this information together, how can vendors and retailers use it, and where can you get a copy? Timestamp: [11:40]
Question #8 – I was looking over some of the exciting additions you’re making to JCK Las Vegas for 2019. The “Global Gemstone Neighborhood” and the “JSA Security Pavilion are just two of the changes that instantly caught my eye. What are some of the other changes we can expect? Timestamp: [14:05]
Question #9 – One area that I don’t think JCK gets the recognition it deserves is with your commitment to giving back to the jewelry trade. What is the JCK Jewelry Industry Fund and how does it benefit the industry? Timestamp: [15:33]
Question #10 – It is no secret that the landscape of our industry is changing. With business consolidation and a shift in consumer buying patterns, we must all embrace and adapt to new realities. With the thought of change in mind, what is the real value proposition of JCK Las Vegas 2019 for retailers, designers, and vendors over other venues that are emerging during the jewelry market week? Timestamp: [16:46]
Question #11 – We’ve covered a lot of ground today, but is there one question that I should have asked you, but didn’t? Timestamp: [17:50]
What You Should Know About the 2019 JCK Las Vegas Jewelry Show
JCK Las Vegas Jewelry Show – The jewelry industry’s largest North American trade event for 2019 be held at the Venetian, the Palazzo, and Sands Expo. The event will include JCK Las Vegas, Swiss Watch, Luxury, JIS Exchange, and the new Global Gemstone Pavilion, which will feature hundreds of gemstone exhibitors.
JCK Las Vegas 2019 Exhibitor FAQs
LUXURY 2018/2019 Exhibitor FAQs
JCK Las Vegas and Swiss Watch
Friday, May 31—Monday, June 3
Sands Expo and the Venetian
Luxury by JCK
Invitation only: Wednesday, May 29—Thursday, May 30
Open to all JCK guests: Friday, May 31—Monday, June 3
The Venetian
JIS Exchange
Thursday, May 30—Monday, June 3
The Venetian, Level 3
Global Gemstone Pavilion
Thursday, May 30—Monday, June 3
Sands Expo, Level 1
Contact Information
- Linkedin: Yancy Weinrich
- Website: Reed Exhibitions
- Facebook: JCK Events
- Instagram: JCK Events
- Pinterest: JCK Events
- Twitter: JCK Events
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