In the Spotlight
Lula Halfacre Honored at Women's Jewelry Association Excellence Gala
July 26th, 2010
The Women’s Jewelry Association was pleased to announce its Hall of Fame honorees for its annual Awards for Excellence gala on Monday, July 26, 2010 at Chelsea Pier in New York City. In addition to Lula Halfacre, many other women and men were honored at the event.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Susan Jacques,
Ben Kaiser Award
James Courage
Corporate Award for Excellence
JCK Events/JCK Magazine
Design – Fine Jewelry & Watches
Sarah Graham - Sarah Graham, La Quinta, Calif.
Manufacturer/Dealer/Supplier
Fiona Tilley – Gurhan, New York, N.Y.
Retail – 15 stores or more
Aida Alvarez - Birks & Mayors, Inc., Tamarac, Fla.
Retail – Fewer than 15 Stores
Lula Halfacre - Traditional Jewelers, Newport Beach, Calif.
Sales and Merchandising
Shayne Kiesbuey - Erica Courtney, Los Angeles, Calif.
Marketing and Communications
Helena Krodel - Jewelers of America, New York, N.Y.
Editorial/Reporting/Publishing
Tanya Dukes - Elite Traveler, New York, N.Y.
Special Services
Ruth Batson - American Gem Society, Las Vegas, Nev.
Final selection of award recipients was based on contributions to the jewelry industry and the association. WJA president Kendra Bridel Weinman said, “These women have successful careers, yet all of them have found ways to give back to our industry and their communities. They serve as role models for all of us.” Winners were chosen by a WJA committee.
Established in 1984, the WJA Annual Awards for Excellence dinner is one of the most well attended and highly anticipated events in the jewelry industry each year.
