Jewellery Show 2024 Shines Bright at Olympia London
Thousands of jewellery trade professionals gathered at the iconic Olympia London on 1-2 September 2024 to celebrate the highly anticipated third edition of the Jewellery Show.
The Jewellery Show 2024 was an exciting and dynamic event, uniting the entire jewellery industry under one roof. Beyond the bustling exhibition floor, attendees had access to expert-led seminars, hands-on workshops, and insightful panel discussions, offering a wealth of knowledge on emerging trends and innovative practices. The diverse audience included owners, directors, buyers, CEOs, managers, manufacturers, and designers, with over 150 national and international suppliers showcasing their latest designs and industry-leading products.
Lennox Addo, Event Director of the Jewellery Show, praised the event, saying:
“The Jewellery Show 2024 was an unforgettable showcase of brilliance and craftsmanship, where the UK's finest jewellery businesses converge to set new standards and inspire the industry."
Innovation Theatre Highlights
The Innovation Theatre was a central attraction, buzzing with energy as delegates engaged with a stellar lineup of 50 leading industry speakers. This interactive space allowed attendees to hear from, and connect with, influential figures in the industry.
Key speakers included:
- Andrew Morton, Managing Director, Weston Beamor Group
- Ruth Faulkner, Managing Editor, Retail Jeweller
- Sach Kukadia, CEO & Chairman, 7879
- Suzanne Brooks, Senior Standards Manager - Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC)
- Aneta Blaszczak, Jewelry insider and Editor - BlissfromParis.com
New Additions: The Showcase Theatre & Indian Pavilion
This year saw the exciting debut of the Showcase Theatre, designed to captivate the audience with interactive sessions and live demonstrations. One standout feature was a live runway presentation by Hassanzadeh & UNTAMD and an insightful seminar on ‘The Importance of Digital Processes’ by Clarity FL.
The introduction of the Indian Pavilion was another significant highlight, showcasing innovative exhibitors from India who made a notable impact on the London jewellery scene, further solidifying the show’s international appeal.
Overwhelmingly Positive Feedback
Feedback from the event has been resoundingly positive, with attendees reporting two highly successful days of business, networking, and learning.
Jonathan Lee, Director of Scream Pretty, expressed his satisfaction:
“This is my first time exhibiting, and we’ve been busy the whole time! The show has attracted the right quality of people, and there’s been a great mix across the industry.”
Similarly, Kevan Jenkinson, Sales Director of Hockley Mint, shared his enthusiasm:
“The Jewellery Show has surpassed my expectations! I didn’t realise the attendance would be so high. We’ve had many of our old customers visit us, which made a huge difference. Olympia is a fantastic venue—it’s more spacious, the lighting is great, and it carries a rich history with jewellery shows.”
Looking Ahead to 2025
CloserStill Media, the organisers of the Jewellery Show, have confirmed that the event will return on 31 August - 1 September 2025 at Olympia London. Attendees can register their interest today at: https://tinyurl.com/9bc3w6y3.
Day one highlights of the Jewellery Show 2024 can be viewed here: https://tinyurl.com/yxdc54zy.
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The organisers, CloserStill Media, run over 80 market leading business exhibitions in the jewellery, learning, healthcare, technology, and veterinary sectors, with events in the UK, Europe, USA and Asia.
It is a market-leading innovator. With its teams and international events, it has won multiple awards, including Best Marketer – five times in succession – Best Trade Exhibition, Best Launch Exhibition, and Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For – four years in series – among others.
CloserStill Media creates valuable opportunities for suppliers to drive their business forward, through sales opportunities created and for buyers to find great new things to do the same.
For more information please contact –
Exhibitor and speaker enquiries – Lennox.addo@closerstillmedia.com
Marketing enquiries – s.travers@closerstillmedia.com