JCK Events, comprising LUXURY by JCK, SWISS WATCH by JCK and JCK Las Vegas and representing the entire jewelry market, finished strong with a 20% Increase in retailer buying attendance. This has excited suppliers and industry associations who have already commited their support and business for JCK 2011, and its new home at the Mandalay Bay complex.

      The 2011 JCK event exhibit space is completely sold out. All signs point to a successful 2011. Early retailer registration and hotel booking commitments at Four Seasons, The hotel and Mandalay Bay are already soaring.

      JCK celebrates 20 years of service to the jewelry industry with the move to Mandalay Bay in 2011 and has thrived with strong, consistent management and a commitment to support and grow retailers' businesses. Retailer association support comes from many state associations across the US.

 
     Key support for the retailer-focused move to Mandalay Bay has already come from the domestic and international jewelry community including the Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers Association (HKJMA) , American Gem Trade Association (AGTA), LUXURY, Plumb Club, Prestige Promenade, Swiss Watch, Vicenza Oro Italian Pavillion, American Gem Society (AGS), and Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC).

      Swiss Watch by JCK offered an exciting lineup of fine watch brands including Bulgari, Chopard, Harry Winston, Hermes, Tag Heuer, and Versace and buying was brisk on the show floor. For 2011, 95% of the current Swiss Watch by JCK brands will join JCK in 2011 with more to follow in the weeks to come. W magazine, a LUXURY by JCK and SWISS WATCH by JCK exclusive media sponsor, predicts that over 80% of affluent, influential consumers will purchase watches in 2011.  
    

      The JCK Events management team, Dave Bonaparte, Yancy Weinrich and John Tierney, together, has over 30 years industry experience and have guided the event's success. Recently, two professionals have joined the JCK team, Nancy Robey and Lars Parker-Myers will work with JCK Events' customers to provide the highest level of customer service and to enhance their marketing presence at the events.

      JCK Industry Support extends beyond the exhibiting companies. JCK Events hosts many influential and community-focused charitable events that drive the industry's conscience and support the work of these associations. These include:Womens Jewelry Associaion(WJA), GIA Career Fair, Jewelers Security Alliance, Thai Gem and Jewelry Traders Association (TGJTA). Jewelers Vigilance Commitee, Jewelers of America, and International Colored Gemstone Assocaition (ICA).

      For over 12 years, The JCK Jewelry Industry Fund has provided funding and grants to aid, assist and improve the jewelry industry with more than US$5 million awarded since its inception in 1998. JCK Events moves to Mandalay Bay in 2011. The new dates are: LUXURY by JCK May 31-June 2; Swiss Watch by JCK June 2-6; JCK June 3-6, 2011

      In addition to the consistent 20,000 retailers who attend JCK, over 600 VIP retailer stores were on the show floor. International participation increased by 23% with the largest concentration from India, Russia, Canada, the UK, Mexico, and South America.

      Buying delegations were sent from Russia, China, Dubai and India - emerging economies that are currently driving the industry's future grown - and will plan to attend next year's event in many more numbers.

      Input from JCK Retailer Advisory Boards, in-store visits, surveys and feedback enables JCK to design the 2010 floor plan with retailers 'needs. The redesign continues through 2011 thus creating a dynamic purchasing experience. The VIP Buying Program offers an efficient buying experience with amenities such as lounges, business services, networking, and merchandising credits.