GIA is hosting its New York Jewelry Career Fair on July 27 at the Javits Center in New York City. It would host almost 50 companies looking to hire in roles from design and retail to management and manufacturing. Amongst the companies would be global brands including Cartier, Christie’s, CIRCA Inc, Jewelry Television, Rent the Runway, and Tiffany & Co.

This leading industry event is free and open to the public. “GIA’s Jewelry Career Fair offers attendees a rare opportunity to explore the diverse careers and meet with prominent figures in this industry. It’s also a great way to learn how industry trends are creating job opportunities,” said Kathryn Kimmel, GIA senior vice president and chief marketing officer, and co-founder of the GIA Jewelry Career Fair. “This is a once-a-year opportunity for New Yorkers to explore their passion for gems and jewelry.”

Leading industry personalities would deliver talks at the opening panel on “Job Success in Today’s Market.” The discussion, moderated by GIA President and CEO Susan Jacques will feature Jeremy Dunn, founder of The Rephinery; Rhonda Edelman, group director of global education for Tiffany & Co; Myriam Gumuchian, co-owner, vice president and director of sales for Gumuchian; Michael O’Connor, TV host, celebrity stylist and style expert at Style & Substance, Inc; and Lee Siegelson, president of SIEGELSON.