[Jewelry making - Article 00136] - Re: [Orchid] Looking for industry news

[Sam Patania]

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    Look into Jewelers of America, JA, they put out a Cost of Doing
    business survey each year and it is invaluable for this type of
    research. http://www.jewelers.org/ 

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          Jewelers of America (JA) is the national association for the
          retail jeweler. JA is both a center of knowledge for the
          jeweler and an advocate for professionalism and high social,
          ethical, and environmental standards in the jewelry trade. The
          JA mission is to assist all members in improving their
          business skills and profitability. JA will provide access to
          meaningful educational programs and services, leadership in
          public and industry affairs, and encourage members with common
          interests to act in their and the industry=92s best interests. 

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Sam Patania, Tucson
www.patanias.com


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