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New York, NY--The Plumb Club is presenting a retail-learning webinar presented by Jewelers of America (JA) in connection with the Jewelers Security Alliance (JSA). It’s open and free to the entire jewelry industry and will take place virtually at the Plum Club’s Jewelers Resource Center Auditorium on June 28 at 2 p.m. EDT.

This virtual presentation, entitled “Protecting Your Jewelry Store – Essential Security Measures,” will be presented as a dialog between Regina Ciarleglio, director of membership for JA, John Kennedy, president of JSA, and Scott Guginsky, vice president of JSA. It is geared toward enhancing retailer knowledge and providing steps toward ensuring the safety and security of jewelry stores. They will discuss protecting businesses against various security threats, including theft, burglary and armed robbery. Retailers will gain insights into the following:

• Assessing Vulnerabilities: Identifying potential security risks and developing a comprehensive security plan tailored to your unique needs.
• Implementing Effective Security Measures: Understanding the latest technologies and techniques to safeguard merchandise, employees, and customers.
• Optimizing Staff Training: Educating employees on security protocols, emergency procedures as well as recognizing suspicious behaviors.
• Collaborating With Law Enforcement and Industry Partners: Establishing strong relationships with local authorities and fellow jewelers to combat crime and share intelligence.

In addition, the panel will discuss case studies and real-life examples to help retailers learn from actual jewelry store incidents and provide immediately implementable tips to reduce risk and mitigate potential threats.

The seminar is in response to the JSA’s annual report showing that crime against the jewelry industry reaching a record level in 2022.

To sign up go to the Plum Club’s website.