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National Jeweler Names 2023 Retailer Hall of Fame Recipients June 07, 2023 (0 comments)

New York, NY--National Jeweler has announced the induction of four leading jewelry retailers into its Retailer Hall of Fame. The 2023 inductees are Holly Wesche, Wesche Jewelers; Ingrid and Stan Razny, Razny Jewelers; and Candy Udell of London Jewelers.

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Holly Wesche, Wesche Jewelers

Holly’s family opened Wesche Jewelers 40 years ago. Under her leadership, it’s grown into one of the largest independent jewelry stores in Florida. She is a past president of the Florida Jewelers Association, immediate past chair of Jewelers of America’s Board of Directors, formerly on the board of Leading Jewelers of the World and has been a Melbourne Regional Chamber of Commerce board member for over 10 years.

 

Multi-Store Independent

Ingrid and Stan Razny, Razny Jewelers

For over 70 years, and three generations, Razny Jewelers has been a Chicago area favorite family-owned jeweler. Stan and Ingrid Razny have overseen the company’s exponential growth from one small independent boutique to four thriving locations. Working alongside their three children, they are proud to represent the world’s most distinguished designers and brands — including their own bridal collection, Forever by Razny.

Multi-Store Independent

Candy Udell of London Jewelers

Candy Udell is the President of London Jewelers. She joined the company in 1973 and together with her husband Mark, they transformed the family business and formed relationships with global luxury brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier and Bvlgari. Candy’s talent for design and marketing has been a driving force behind London Jewelers’ expansion from one storefront today’s ever-growing family of boutiques across Long Island, Manhattan and New Jersey.