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Retailers Get An Edge At 14th Annual Hearts On Fire University October 29, 2010 (0 comments)
Boston, MA – Hearts On Fire once again wowed their retail partners by hosting over 800 Hearts On Fire retailers October 3-6th at the annual Hearts On Fire University.
The Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas was home to retailers for 3 days as Hearts On Fire hosted their extraordinary annual educational seminar. Retailers learned how to build their businesses and drive exceptional sales during the pivotal Q4 holiday season and beyond. Retailers left with energy, enthusiasm, and the knowledge to generate positive sales for their stores.
“Hearts On Fire University continually draws an overwhelming number of participants from across the globe. The reason for our success is our whole-hearted commitment to offering the most comprehensive training program in the industry and an experience that empowers retailers to share ideas, discover new strategies for success, and immerse themselves in the Hearts On Fire lifestyle, where perfection is the norm,” said Glenn Rothman, CEO of Hearts On Fire.
While in attendance, retailers were immersed in Hearts On Fire through numerous seminars, lectures, and networking events. Attendees had the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of training sessions, such as iPad Workshops, Cutting Demonstrations, Merchandising, Social Media, and Motivational Seminars. Guest speakers included Simon Sinek, author of the best-selling book, Start With Why, DeWitt Jones, famed National Geographic Photographer, and Wyatt Webb, founder and leader of The Equine Experience at Miravel Resort in Arizona.
Every year, Hearts On Fire honors outstanding retailers who excel at selling and promoting the Hearts On Fire brand. At the 2010 awards ceremony the Hearts On Fire Retailer of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Regional Winners, Hall of Fame, and Champions were recognized as outstanding performers for enthusiasm, sales success, superior customer service, and overall representation of the brand. The big winner of the evening was the 2010 Retailer of the Year, Michael C. Fina, New York, NY. The following were all of this year's winners (click here for video interviews with several 2010 winners) .
2010 Retailer of the Year, Michael C. Fina, New York, NY;
2010 Rookie Retailer of the Year, Majesty Jewelers, Philipsburg, St. Maarten;
Regional Retailers of the Year: Northeast: Michael C. Fina, New York, NY; Southern: John Mays Jewelers, Ft. Smith, AR; Western: The Wedding Ring Shop, Honolulu, HI; Midwest: Lewis Jewelers, Ann Arbor, MI; International: Troy Shoppe Jewellers, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Hall of Fame Winners--Hall of Fame award winners are the very best of Hearts On Fire Retailers and have demonstrated passion and commitment to the brand for five or more years. They have achieved a level of performance deemed exceptional in their markets. The winners: Gordon’s Gold Jewellers, Ontario, Canada; Matthew Stephens Jewellers, Limerick, Ireland; Bernie Robbins Fine Jewelers, Somers Point, NJ; Jewelry By Design, Woodbridge, VA
Champions of the Year--Hearts On Fire sales champions demonstrate energy, enthusiasm, and passion for Hearts On Fire every day. The 4 sales professionals below are the top 4 Hearts On Fire sales people in the world. The winners: Steve Balani, Nobles Jewelers, Aruba; Max Kumar, Nobles Jewelers, Aruba; Teri Ramirez, Leo Hamel Jewelers, San Diego, CA; Charla Hall, Baker & Baker Jewelers, Marietta, OH
For further information contact Trisha Spillane, tspillane@heartsonfire.com, 617-912-5370.