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✨Head of North American Development, RJC
✨President & Co-Founder of @blackinjewelrycoalition
✨Advisory Council, CEJ✨All Views are my own

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Still thinking about this night. ✨

A few moments from BEFORE THE RUNWAY: A Private NYFW Fine Jewelry Preview Celebrating Black Designers, where community, creativity, and incredible craftsmanship came together high above New York City.

From the jewelry to the conversations to the people in the room, the evening was a beautiful reminder of what happens when we create intentional spaces for Black designers to be seen, celebrated, and connected.

A special thank you to our incredible featured designers @dorian.webb , @laurennewtonjewelry , @cocoerow , @lorrainewestjewelry , and @johnnynelsonjewelry for sharing their work and talent with us.

Thank you to our event partners @morgan.stanley , @thejewelrylibrary and to the JCK Industry Fund for its support in helping us bring this special evening to life.

And thank you to everyone who joined us and made the evening so memorable. 🖤

Swipe through for a look back at Before the Runway.

📸 @bydamora

#BlackInJewelryCoalition #BeforeTheRunway #ShiningTogether

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At the heart of Before the Runway: our designers. ✨💎

Ahead of NYFW, we brought together an incredible group of Black fine jewelry designers with clients, collectors, investors, and industry leaders in an intimate setting designed to spark new connections and opportunities.

Made possible in partnership with @morgan.stanley and @thejewelrylibrary, hosted at 15 Hudson Yards, with support from the JCK Industry Fund.

Hear from our featured designers and discover the talent and stories behind the collections that made the evening so special.

🎥 Captured & created by @SpreeStudios

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Heart is full. Head is full. Inbox is FULL. What a wonderful @americangemsociety conclave. So fortunate to get to learn and reconnect with many of the best in the industry for a few days.

#agsconclave2026

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BEFORE THE RUNWAY ✨

Beautiful jewelry. Incredible talent. Meaningful connections. Great vibes. One unforgettable night. ❤️

Ahead of NYFW, BIJC presented Before The Runway, an intimate fine jewelry experience celebrating Black designers and creating space for meaningful new connections.

In partnership with Morgan Stanley and The Jewelry Library, hosted at the breathtaking 15 Hudson Yards, with support from the JCK Industry Fund. ❤️
And what a night it was. 🥹✨

To our incredible designers, thank you for showing up and showing OUT. Your talent, creativity, and brilliance were the heart of the evening.
✨ @laurennewtonjewelry  ✨ @dorian.webb  ✨ @lorrainewestjewelry  ✨ @johnnynelsonjewelry  ✨ @cocoerow

And to the partners and team who helped make every detail happen, from bringing an incredible group of guests into the room to the cocktails, food, photography, content, and everything in between, THANK YOU!

@morgan.stanley  @thejewelrylibrary  @corcoransunshine  @jckevents  @jxvcollective  @grancoramino  @bydamora  @theboozybutler
@diningwithgrace

And a special thank you to our BIJC team who continue to pour into this community and make moments like this possible.

The room was beautiful. The jewelry was incredible. But the connections were what the night was all about.

🎥 Recap captured & created by @spree.studios

❤️✨

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We’re delighted that our Head of North American Development, Elyssa Jenkins-Pérez, will be attending AGS Conclave in Orlando, Florida, from 14–17 September. Hosted by the American Gem Society and Jewelers Mutual Group, AGS Conclave is a valuable opportunity for the industry to come together, connect with one another, exchange ideas and share insights.

Elyssa will be speaking on the panel “Women in Leadership: The Real Balancing Act Without Burnout”, alongside industry professionals from across the supply chain, exploring the realities of leadership and finding balance without compromising wellbeing.

We’re particularly looking forward to having Elyssa’s presence at Conclave and being part of this important industry event. If you’re attending, make sure to come and say hello.

#RJC #ResponsibleJewelleryCouncil #Networking #Jewellery

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We went to JCK Las Vegas and asked people one simple question: What would you like to see change in the jewelry industry?
Their answers were honest, unexpected, and maybe not what you’d think…
🎥 The Jewelry Industry Confessionals are about to launch. You won’t want to miss this.
@stablepictures

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So while filming @yaslyss for an upcoming feature in our next magazine, I got the scoop on the best party in town “Rock the Jewels” during @nycjewelryweek .

This clip also includes a reminder of what @blackinjewelrycoalition is. I will put a link to get the party tics in our stories, they sell out fast!

#blackinjewelrycoalition #bijc #nycjewelryweek

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Happy Birthday to our favorite fluffy boi!!! 🎂Can’t believe you’re already 8️⃣ years old 🥳 We love you Brockie

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Thanks @yaslyss for stopping by and chatting about sustainability for our next issue!

It’s been a rough couple of days in NYC between the heat and the air quality, but we’re hard at work on Volume 2 of our all-video magazine. Going forward, it will be released annually to celebrate Engagement Season.

Stay tuned… we can’t wait to share what’s coming next. 🎥 Subscribe to our YouTube channel if you haven’t yet.

#engagement101 #proposalplanning #documentarystyle #engagementrings #sustainablejewelry

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Summer 2026- pace yourself. We still have two more months.

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As an immigrant, I understand how powerful it is to be supported and given the opportunity to thrive.

On Juneteenth, I honor the resilience, contributions, and leadership of the Black community.
Proud to be part of @blackinjewelrycoalition and to advocate for a jewelry industry where talent, creativity, and opportunity are accessible to all.

We build a stronger industry when we make space for more voices.
🖤❤️💚

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I’m proud to be part of the Black in Jewelry Coalition community.

This Juneteenth, I’m celebrating the contributions of Black professionals throughout the gem, jewelry, and watch industry and supporting an organization that helps foster connection, opportunity, and community across our field.

If you’re not familiar with BIJC, I encourage you to learn more about its work, become a member, or make a donation to support its mission.

Join BIJC: https://blackinjewelry.org/membership/

Donate: https://blackinjewelrycoalition.wildapricot.org/Donate

#Juneteenth #BlackInJewelryCoalition #ShiningTogether

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