Norwalk, CT (March 30, 2022) – JIS Spring, the premier event to restock and reconnect with the industry for the spring and summer selling seasons, successfully wrapped with record-breaking increased attendance of over 26% from the previous year. The show took place March 13-15, 2022 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, FL and featured 322 exhibitors spanning four pavilions with a wide assortment of offerings including bridal, diamond and classic fine jewelry as well as gold jewelry and chains, pearl jewelry, watches, loose diamonds, gemstones, silver and fashion jewelry, antique and estate, equipment and supplies, accessories and more.
“The excitement and demand for in-person product sourcing by our buyers was palpable. JIS is thrilled with the growth in overall attendance, especially with our international attendees. Since our March 2021 show we had an 81% increase from Latin America, over 65% increase from the Caribbean and JIS doubled the attendance from Canada. Onsite registration also increased by 33% with domestic attendees primarily arriving from Florida, New York, Texas, California and Michigan,” says Lauren van Rensburg, JIS Marketing Director. “Attendees reported positive feedback stating JIS Spring was an ‘impressive and productive show’ with a great selection of products and exhibitors – with plenty of cash and carry options.”
In addition to record-shattering attendance, JIS is pleased to announce Sara McDonough, formerly the JIS Platinum Club and Special Events Director, has been named Event Director for JIS replacing Jordan Tuchband who has been promoted to Group Vice President and will oversee RX-US’s Security, Transportation, Natural Disaster, and Card Not Present brands.