New York State Jewelers Association (NYSJA)

The New York State Jewelers Association was founded in 1909 to foster, promote and protect the welfare of the jewelers in New York State. With membership now open to all jewelry industry professionals in the United States, the NYSJA represents the top retailers, designers, suppliers, manufacturers, vendors, and gem labs throughout the USA.

EXCITING NEWS!!! NYSJA IS NOW OPEN TO ALL JEWELRY INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS WITHIN THE UNITED STATES! Join now and take advantage of the exclusive benefits that are available to NYSJA members only!

2012 INVOICES HAVE BEEN MAILED. PLEASE SCAN AND EMAIL YOUR RENEWAL OR MAIL IN THE RETURN ENCLOSED ENVELOPE! Or FAX to: 973-361-5054. RENEW TODAY AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE NEW HEALTHCARE PLAN DETAILED BELOW.

Click here for a 2012 Membership Application

NYSJA is pleased and thrilled to now offer HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS !! NYSJA has partnered with Cool Insuring Agency in Latham, NY. Please go to www.coolins.com for exclusive NYSJA members only Health Care plans. The following insurance benefits will be offered:

Medical and Dental
Life and AD and D Insurance
Disability
Employer- Sponsored Voluntary Programs
Retirement Plans
Section 125 FSA
HRA/HSA Accounts

If you are an NYSJA member in good standing, please contact Eric Kane at eckane@coolins.com or call 800-233-0115.

NYSJA would like to extend a heartfelt "thank you" to all of those who attended and supported this years fabulous golf outing. NYSJA would also like to thank the Sponsors, Auction Donors, Pin Flag and Tee Sign sponsors. The weather was spectacular and all who attended had a wonderful time. A special thank you to the following:

Sponsors:

Baume & Mercier - Golf Shirts

Pandora- Cocktail Hour

Manhattan Gold & Silver- Dinner

Roberto Coin - Caddy Sponsor

Raymond Weil - Golf Hats, Pens, Watch Donation

HKM Associates- Giveaway Bags; Auction Items

Corporate Foursomes:

Amerprise Financial

Ball Watch Company

Baume & Mercier

Circa

Martin Flyer

Viewpoint

For a complete list of Pin Flag, Tee Sign and Auction donors, please go to the "Event" Tab at the top of this page.

A SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL 2011 NYSJA "FAVORITE AWARD' WINNERS!

Favorite Retail Store: Tourneau

Favorite Advertising Sales Representative: Helen McGinley, GQ Magazine

Favorite Watch Sales Representative: Melanie Chud, Michele Watches

Favorite Jewelry Sales Representative: Stephanie Ash, David Yurman

To view pictures of the this year's Golf Outing event please click here: 2011 NYSJA Golf Outing Photos

2012 MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS HAVE BEEN MAILED!. NYSJA is offering Two and Three Year Membership Renewals!! Save money and time by renewing for a longer period:

Two Year Dues: $175.00
Three Year Dues: 250.00

One year rate will remain the same at $95.00.

Excellent Savings for multiple stores as well:

For two or more stores:

One Year Dues: $190.00
Two Year Dues: $200.00
Three Year Dues: $290.00

Click here for a 2012 Fillable NYSJA Membership Application

*NYSJA Member Benefits only:

Health Plan Connection through Cool Insuring Agency
Pension Plans, 401K Plans, Long Term Care
Estate Planning and Business Succession Planning
Scholarship Program
Discounted Advertising on the NYSJA website and in the E Newsletter
Credit Card Processing with excellent rates

*and a host of additional money saving benefits! Please refer to the membership tab "Join Now" for the money saivng benefits NYSJA has to offer members only.

NYSJA is expanding! The Bylaws have been revised so that anyone who is involved in the jewelry industry can join! (previously only New York State business owners or residents of NY could join)

NYSJA is thrilled to announce the New Job Opportunities section under the Membership Tab. Click on Membership Tab at top bar and select "Job Opportunities " from the drop down menu.

The Web-Based Database has launched for NYSJA!! Members will be able to access their information as well as research other members 24/7. To use the database, click on "Member Login" at the top of this page. Your username will be your first name initial and your full last name. Click on "Forgot password" and a new password will be sent to you. If you do not have a valid email address, you will not be in the database. If you need to renew, login and click the "Membership Tab" then select " Pay Dues Online".Fill out the form and click "submit" and you are done!" Renew now and take advantage of this great new networking tool as well as the numerous new benefits that have been added for 2010. Keep referring to the website for further updates.

Additional Partnerships with other companies are currently being researched by NYSJA. If your company provides a service or product that NYSJA members can use- please contact us!

NYSJA is pleased to announce a partnership program with The Retail Council of New York State (www.retailcouncilnys.com). The Retail Council represents the full spectrum in today's retail marketplace from the largest chains to the independent "main street" merchant. Starting immediately, NYSJA members can take advantage of Retail Council's member value programs including: credit card processing; workman's compensation insurance; Fed Ex shipping discounts; Health Insurance; Energy and Payroll programs. For a more detailied list,click on the "Membership Tab" then "Join Us " above.

NYSJA has also partnered with JCK Las Vegas! (www.jcklasvegasshow.com).This new partnership will allow NYSJA members: Access to the VIP Buyer Lounge; Concierge Services; Show Registration Services; Networking Roundtable Discussions; Hometown Press Photo Opportunities; andDaily Exclusive Sweepstakes.

NEW MAILING ADDRESS FOR NYSJA: 501 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10017. Phone number: 212-290-1555 and email: info@newyorkjewelers.org.

WATCH THE NYSJA HISTORICAL VIDEO: Watch Joel Kopel, Mike Wilson, PeggyJo Donahue, Hershel Graubart, and others speak about the NYSJA Centennial Celebration in Utica, NY, 2009. Click Here To Play Video

New Member Benefits are available through NYSJA, the Retail Council of New York State, JCK Las Vegas and The Antique Jewelry and Watch show! Click on the "Membership Tab; "Join Us" for a complete list and contact information. Or, click on the logo's listed to the right for further information.

Email Addresses: Please provide us with a current email address if you are not receiving the E Newsletter. NYSJA is "going green" and paperless as much as possible. Email communication will now be the primary form of communication between NYSJA and its members.


For 2012 are in the planning stages. A tentative meeting date is March 1 in Albany, NY. Place TBD. Please refer to the website for the next scheduled Area Meetings.		The NYSJA Scholarship Program is now run in conjunction with GIA. Click on www.gia.edu for the application. For more information, click on the Scholarship Tab above.
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Advertising opportunities are available for in the NJSJA E Newsletter as well as on the webiste. Click on "About Us" tab and select "buy ad space". Downloadable forms are available in the buy ad space section.		Do you have a job opening at your company that you'd like to advertise to industry insiders? Members can contact the NYSJA for information on posting available industry jobs on our new Job Opportunities page.
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