JTGJS July 2014 Post Show

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First Day...
Mr. Rajesh Kalyanaraman interacts with some of our participants at the JTGJS show
Jewel Trendz Gems and Jewellery
Show continues to climb the ladder
to success with the 3rd edition of
the show held at the most coveted
venue, Sahara Star Hotel, Near
Domestic Airport, Mumbai on
July 18-19-20. The show opened
to a remarkable response by the
visitors. Despite of rains, the who’s
who of the industry was seen
making their way to the JTGJS
show to make it a huge success!
Present JTGJS was inaugurated
by Mr. Rajesh Kalyanaraman,
Executive Director of Kalyan
Jewellers, one of the biggest retail
chains of India in presence of Mr.
Govind Verma, CMD of Jewel Trendz
India Pvt Ltd and Mr. Shamal Pote,
Director of the company. Welcoming
the guests, Mr. Pote expressed
his gratitude to Mr. Kalyanaraman
and welcomed one and all present
at the show. With best wishes for
the 3rd edition of the JTGJS, the
show was visited with some of the
biggest dignitaries of the gems and
jewellery industry.
Our participants took this
opportunity to network with Mr.
Kalyanaraman at the show. He was
elated to visit and was impressed
with the entire set up of the show.
He appreciated the variety of
products displayed at the show as
he passed through the stalls at
JTJGS. He said, “The show is very
impressive and fulfils their objective
of creating an extensive network
for the gems and jewellery sector.”
The show witnessed good number
of footfalls right from the first day
of the show which multiplied in
doubles on second and third day.
JTGJS helps boosting the
market sentiment and garnered
amazing response from the
visitors from India and abroad.
Supported by the India Bullion and
Jewellers Association (IBJA) and
BVC Logistics, JTGJS expanded
their wings in this edition as
they moved to Luxurious Sahara
Star hotel, which amplified the
enormity of the show. Built around
a tropical lagoon under the world’s
largest pillar-less dome, Sahara
Star stood as one of the best
destinations for B2B gems and
jewellery show.
Quotes...
Palak Jewellers
L Javerchand
Shanti S Seth Jewellers
Palak Jewellers’ Shailesh Daga was
extremely overwhelmed with the
arrangement. He said, “The turnout at
the show was fabulous couldn’t have
expected better.”
Anand Jain of L Javerchand said, “The
show is already overbooked for next
year, this itself says about the success of
current edition. This year, we had lots of
enquiries for bangles at the show.”
Ayodhya Prasadji of Shanti S Seth
Jewellers received good response at
JTGJS. He said, “As footfalls are better
than IIJS at JTGJS, we opted to showcase
our new bridal concept on this platform.”
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Quotes...
Meru Diamonds
Ritika Chains
Janvi Jewels
Himat Kothariji of Meru Diamonds said,
“With visitors from all parts of nation,
I can assure that we have got good
business at the show.”
Participating for the 2nd time at the
show, Amit P Gulecha, Director of Ritika
Chains shares, “We are very satisfied
with the organisers. The turnout was
outstanding; we have got visitors from
Mansukh Choksiji of Janvi Jewels said,
“We are completely satisfied with the
organisers and the show. We have exhibited
laser print pendant at the show, which is
currently fast-moving in the market.”
Sparsh Diamond
Jewel Darshan
Matushree Gold
Rakesh Kothari, handles RSBL’s Sparsh
said, “We have got a fabulous response
throughout the show.”
Paresh Shah of Jewel Darshan shares
the response is overwhelming. “We have
experienced terrific business during the
shows,” says Mr. Shah
Ankit Jain of Matushree Gold got a good
business this time. He said, “With better
venue and lot more participants, JTGJS
definitely had better footfalls.”
RKR Gold
Mahashila Jewellery
Dantara Jewellers
Ramesh Srinivasan said, “We were very
happy with the show. They launched
fusion jewels of south which has been
appreciated by the visitors at the show.”
Nirmal Kothari said, “The response
is very good in terms of turnout,
restaurant service, management,
everything is very good!
Nakul Dantara shared, “The response is
good, and we have been getting enquiries
for our new range of products that
includes light weight jewellery collection
and Rajkot Mala.”
S.S. Jewellery
Nice Diamonds
Sonu Jain is happy with the show. He
said, “We have displayed a Pineapple
necklace which is a lot in demand
these days.
Denish Makhwana said, “We are
participating for the first time with
JTGJS and we have got a good response.
In fact, we have received footfalls
beyond expectations.
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Shilpi Jewellers
Rajinesh Mehta said, “We are
overwhelmed with the response at the
show, only request would be to start this
show before IIJS.
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Swarna Shilpi
Paras Jewels
Ratnadeep Gold
Shankarlalji from Ahmedabad said,
“The response was good but we would
appreciate if the show starts at assigned
time, we have had visitors before the
show starts.
Sameer Todkari said, “We specialize
in stones and beads and response is
absolutely good. The arrangement at
JTGJS is up to the mark.”
Jinendra Jain said, “The response at the
show is good. We have displayed some
elegant, simplified bracelets that have
gained attention of the visitors at the
show.”
Second &Third day
The youngest
President of the
IBJA Shri Mohit
Kamboj also
visited the show
on 2nd day. He
was escorted by
Mr. Govind Verma, CMD of Jewel
Trendz through the exhibition.
He visited the stalls of some of
our esteemed participants like
Bhawani Gold, Mehta Jewels,
Mark CZ, L Javerchand, Palak
Jewellers, Pravin Ornaments
from Kolhapur, PGP Joyeria,
Sparsh, Touch 22 (Shilpi from
Ahmedadbad), Shanti S Seth
Jewellers, Bhindi Jewellers,
Ratnadeep Gold and others. The
other renowned participants
consist of names like Emerald,
Jewel Darshan, KIK, Mehta
Diamonds, Arihant Jewellers,
Jai Gulab Dev, Mahashila
Jewellery, Dhanishta Gold,
Dantara Jewellers, AT Plus, Nice
Diamonds, Matushree Gold and
many more among 125 exhibitors
at the show. Divine Solitaires,
only loose solitaire brand in India
also participated at the show. Mr.
Bhavesh Seth, National Marketing
Head of the company said, “We
are overwhelmed by the response
at the show.”
JTGJS July edition received
a grand opening with some
of the renowned retailers and
wholesalers, that visited the
show from India and abroad. Mr.
Joy, MD of renowned retail chain
Joyalukkas
who has
worldwide
reach in places
like France,
New York,
etc. visited
the show on 3rd day. He
acknowledged the enormity
and reach of the show that
was gaining momentum
within the gems and jewellery
industry. He said, “JTGJS
looks like small market
for the gems and jewellery
sector with some of best selective
manufacturer and wholesalers
of India. Located at the centre of
Mumbai, the show is visited in
greater number by retailers and
wholesalers. The show is wellorganised and I am very happy.”
Mr. Jayantilal Challani, founder
of 50-yearold Challani
Jewellery Mart
and President
of The Madras
Jewellers
& Diamond
Merchants Association, was
present on all three-days to
encourage JTGJS. He was happy
with the variants displayed at the
show. “There are so many options,
business is actually happening
at JTGJS. Compared to IIJS, this
show has lot more to offer. It is
not just an exhibition beyond it,
as people can actually sit and
take a look followed by placing
orders that encourages business
opportunities for the participants
as well as visitors,” shared Mr.
Challani during the event.
Mr. G.R. Radhakrishnan
and Mr. G.R.
Ananthapadmanabhan,
MD of GRT Jewellers,
India’s foremost
jewellery store
that deals with
gold, diamond,
platinum and silver jewellery
honoured the 3rd edition of the
show with their presence. Mr.
Radhakrishnan said, “The show
is very well organized, compared
to IIJS, this is a better business
platform.” Representatives
of Bhima Jewellery (Kerala),
Sarvana Selvarathinam Jewellers
(Chennai), Swarovski Gems,
Hansmukh Parekh Jewellers,
PN Gadgil Jewellers, etc also
visited the show. Ahammed M.P
and Nishad A.K., Group Executive
Directors of Malabar Gold
Ornaments were present at the
show. Dr. Arul Sarvana, Owner of
Sarvana Selvarathinam Jewellers
and Mr. Waman of Waman Hari
Pethe also visited the show.
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Prida
Tiasuwan of
Pranda Jewelry
PCL, Bangkok
and Ira Tsirlina,
Project
Manager at
Israel Diamond Institute were also
present at the show. The show
served as an ideal platform for
the visitors to get a peek through
about new products in the market
as well as they interacted with
the best of wholesalers and
manufacturers of the gems and
jewellery industry. The show
also witnessed wholesalers and
retailers from Bangladesh, Delhi,
Ludhiana, Ahmedabad, Bangalore,
Salem, Kolkatta, Raipur, Chennai,
Vietnam, Israel, Turkey, etc. Mr.
Chandraprakash Siroya, owner
of Siroya Jewellers LLC in UAE
and Vice Chairman of Dubai
Gold & Jewellery Group (DGJG)
also visited us. Responsible
for ooverseeing the trade
association’s activities to promote
the gold and jewellery industry
in Dubai to a regional and global
audience, he was
more than happy to visit
the show.
Mohammed
Kaiser from
Pure Zara
Jewellery LLC,
Dubai visited
the 3rd edition
as well. Not only visitors, but also
exhibitors were extremely happy
with the turnout on all three
days of the show. The exhibitors
at the show consist of a mix of
manufacturer, wholesalers of gold,
diamond, silver and gemstones.
JTGJS was success in bringing
focused platforms together to
cater the growing needs and
demands of the trade and market.
Mr. G.R. Anantha padmanabhan, MD of
GRT Jewellers at the show
Renowned Derewala Jewellery's
Chairman, Mr. Pramod Agarwal also
visited the show.
Mr. Joy of Joyalukkas in talks
with Mr. Govind Verma and
Mr. Shailesh Daga of Palak.
Shri Mohit Kamboj shares pleasantaries
with Mr. Govind Verma, CMD, Jewel Trendz
Mr. G. R. Radhakrishnan of GRT Jewellers
at JTGJS
Team of Malbar Gold at JTGJS
Mr. Govind Verma, CMD, with Jewels of
Zaveri Bazaar
Mr. Haresh Pahuja and team of Itan Jewels
at JTGJS
Mr. Govind Verma, CMD of Jewel Trendz
interacts with visitors
Mr. Verma with the participants and guests
at JTGJS
Mark CZ Team with Mr. Verma
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New Launches...
Ambica Gold
kaunches light
weight Tiranga
Flag chains.
AT Plus
Jewellers
launched
traditional light
weight Gajras.
Sparsh Diamonds
showcased their
new collection Aqua at the show.
Dhanishta
presented the
Italian Jewellery
Collection at the
show.
PGP Joyeria
showcases
exclusive gold
sword at the
show.
L Javerchand
introduced
Designer
neccklace at
the show.
Dantara Jewellers
that specialises in
18 & 22 carat gold
chains launched
at the show.
As announced at the pre-event, the 3rd edition of the
show witnessed a number of new product and brand
launches. Harsh Creations, a renowned manufacturer
that caters to Mumbai, Rajkot and Kolkatta launched
Mehta Jewellers at the JTGJS platform. Nirav Mehta,
owner, says, “Mehta Jewellers would be manufacturing
products for baby to bride, everything. We have got a
fabulous opening through the show.”
Emerald, leading manufacturing company from
Coimbatore participating for the first time with JTGJS
had kept an entire new range of affordable collection
for the show. Mr Srinivasan of Emerald said, “We have
introduced high-end gold and diamond jewellery as well
as platinum jewellery collection was showcased at the
show. The collection included rings, charms, pendants,
etc.” Mark added to the glitz and glamour at JTGJS
as they unveiled Mark CZ at the show. Mukesh Mehta,
Director of the company said, “We have unveiled 3 new
variants under Mark CZ at the show.”
Prithviraj Kothari’s Sparsh Diamond, retail venture of
one of the biggest bullion company RiddiSiddhi Bullions Ltd
(RSBL) in India, made their debut at the show with aplomb.
Rakesh Kothari, who handles Sparsh launched exclusive
diamond jewellery collection – Aqua at JTGJS. Sparsh
Diamond had also displayed 600 gm diamond necklace
worth `1 crore which also received enquiry during the store.
In addition to this, RSBL also launched Evanta Jewells
that specialises in 18 & 22 carat gold chain and jewellery.
Mr. Chintan Thaker of Evanta Jewells said, “Initially the
wholesale store will be launched in Dubai and India.”
RKR Gold from Coimbatore, who participated with us
for the first time, witnessed a good turnout at the show.
Mr. Hari P. said, “We have featured fusion jewels of south
which includes light weight wedding jewellery collection.
We launched the Mayura Collection, tessellated marble
jewellery collection and wooden jewellery collection at the
show.” Ambica Gold also launched light weight product
Tiranga flag chains which gained momentum at the show.
KIK Jewellery from Kolkata launched bridal collection in
fancy shapes and made of different stones like pearl, white
sapphire and other colourful gemstones.
Laser print pendants launched by Janvi Jewels,
Pineapple chokers by SS Jewellery, Inter locking bangles
by Sukh Bangles, Kalajee Jewellery’s rings that can be
turned into pendants, 18 Karat Italian jewellery collections
by Dhanishta, etc were among few favourites at the
show. Sambhav Diamonds had uniquely displayed a
collection of 50 close setting necklaces that are exclusively
manufactured in Bangalore. PGP Joyeria was launched
by Kaustubh Gold at the 3rd edition of JTGJS. Specializing
in antique jewellery, Joyera presented a wide variance of
Polki antique at the show.
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Stalls at JTGJS...
Jewel Darshan
Shilpi & Touch22
PGP Joyeriya
L. Javerchand
Palak Jewellers
Mehta Gold
Matushree Gold
Ritika Chain
Arihant Jewellers
RKR Gold
Meru Diamond
Mark CZ
Mehta Jewels
Dhanishta Jewels
Mahashila Jewellery
Jai Gulab Dev
Shanti S Seth Jewellers
Bhindi Jewellers
AT Plus
Emerald Jewels
Ambica Gold
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Hoardings...
Branding...
Busy Stalls...
Retailers Enjoying at the JTGJS show...
Momento Distrubution...
Registration & Promotions...
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Technical Approach...
JTGJS, July Edition was clearly
a super-duper success as it
witnessed good number of
footfalls right from the first
day of the show. With a good
mix of exhibitors from different
sectors of India, this
edition definitely
proved to be
one of the
best gems
and jewellery
show. Some of
the stalls were
ornamented
so well that one
was unable to
walk away
from them
without
visiting
them once.
The ample
space provided
within the stalls
encouraged retailers
to browse through
jewellery conveniently
and offer their business
propositions with the
exhibitors.
In fact, there were many
stalls in the show that used
the latest technology to the
fullest. There were tabs, LEDs
used at multiple stalls within
the show to keep in pace with
the new generation. K’olears by
Tare Gold Creations made use
of Leap Motion Technology to
attract visitors and showcase
their jewellery collection in a
digitally interactive way. Sparsh
Diamonds introduced the concept
of ‘augmented reality’, where
person was able to wear the
design on his/her neck
with the help of tab
placed at their stall.
Palak Jewellers also
had pyramid set at the entrance
of their stall that highlighted their
profile and products they excel
in. Jewel House that specializes
in diamond bangles participated
with us for the first time. The
owner said, “The new generation
Busy stalls at JTGJS
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of the industry is looking up to
new changes and with such grand
exhibitions things are definitely
getting better.” Their stall had a
very modern touch with a LED
screen that showcased their
collections.
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Visitors Speak..
The 3rd edition also witnessed a
lot of visitors from international
market like Dubai, US, Turkey,
Vietnam, Israel, etc. Mr. Mordy of
Rapaport visited the show from
New York. He told us that our
show is much better than IIJS.
He said, “Unlike IIJS, this show is
clutter free and gives individual
space to review the products on
display at ease. The business
scope is better than IIJS over
here.”
Mr. Sevilay Tekin of Güveni
Jewellery Moulder from Turkey
impressed with the show, said, “I
am very impressed with the show,
it has opened up new avenues for
us.” Gurukrupa Exports of Surat
that deals with diamond studded
gold jewellery set in 18 karat and
22 karat respectively visited the
3rd edition of JTGJS. Mr. Bhavesh
Sabalpara, Production Manager of
the company was very impressed
with the show. He said, “The
entire set up is nice and if given
a chance we would like to book a
stall next time.”
Swarna Palace Jewellers,
manufacturers of fancy
ornaments in gold and silver from
Dhule showed immense interest
in participating with us next time.
Mr. Sardarmal Chaudhari of the
company said, “I am impressed
with the entire set-up and the
show looks very promising in
terms of business.” Ms. Jane
Tames from Vietnam was very
happy with the ambience. Having
been visited IIJS, she said,
“Unlike IIJS, things are lot more
peaceful here. There we have
to go through multiple security
check-ups which get annoying.
The hassle-free entry makes
things pleasant.”
Amritsar’s Sardar Gems
&Jewellers and Avtar Singh
Tanveer Singh Dealer were also
glad to visit the show. They felt
that show had a lot new to offer
product wise. N. Sivakumar
from Thangamayil Jewellery of
Madurai also appreciated the
show. He said, “JTGJS is far better
than IIJS; as it is less crowded
you get the space to check out
products peacefully. However,
we felt that the show had lots of
manufacturers and wholesalers
from Mumbai. Next time we
would like to see wholesalers,
manufacturers and exporters
from different states of India.”
Raghunathan V.V from Gitanjali
also visited the show.
The exhibitors attained great
success as they were able to
create new networks as well as
forge strong bid with potential
buyers across the nation and
abroad. JTGJS has effectively
succeeded in generating 80100 per cent business for the
participants. Presence of close
to 24,000 plus visitors clearly
indicated the reach of the show.
Mr. Govind Verma, CMD of Jewel Trendz
pose with JTGJS participants
Mr. Verma in-talks with visitors at JTGJS
Mr. Ashish Pethe of Waman Hari Pethe
Jewellers at Dantara Jewellers
Mr. Verma greets visitors at JTGJS
Mr. Shailesh Daga with Mr. Rakesh G.
Sanghavi of Union Chains
Vietnam visitor at JTGJS
Representatives of Sardar Gems and
Jewellers at JTGJS
Mr. Sevilay Tekin of Güvenis Jewellery
Moulder from Turkey at JTGJS
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JTGJS Cocktail Dinner Party
The cocktail dinner party hosted
on 2nd day of the show was not
only for participants but also for
retailers. The party opened up
avenues for social networking
with the retailers while drinking
and eating appetizers. It gave
the participants a much required
break after 2-day hard work at the
show. Dance and singing shows
were also organized to entertain
everyone present at the party.
Conclusion
The credit for the success of this
edition goes to the aggressive
marketing initiatives carried
on behalf of the Jewel Trendz
Private Ltd. The promotional
campaigns across India for each
and every participant, welldesigned e-mailers, inviting VIP
retailers, etc by a special team
of Jewel Trendz all added to the
triumph of the show. The Bombay
Bullion Samachar (BBS) carried
the advertisement of the show
regularly for 15 days. Jewel Trendz
Magazine, one of the best B2B
gems and jewellery magazine left
no stone unturned to promote
the participants at the show in
the magazine. The special edition
of the Jewel Trendz Magazine
featured all the participants
extensively that helped them
connect better with the retailers.
The show presented a well mix of
products that were manufactured
by the participants.
The services offered by the
organisers in terms of hotel
accommodation at Hotel Sahara
Star, lunch and dinner facilities
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were well appreciated. Big
hoardings of many participants
were hosted on the main highway
that helped the visitors reach
the venue as well as it created a
perfect ambiance and real value for
money deal for all the participants
of the show. The welcome drinks
offered to each and every visitor
made them happy. The venue, the
products featured at the stall was
definitely an eye charmer for all
the visitors. Free shuttle services
were the key highlight of the show.
The shuttle services were offered
for to and fro of visitors from key
areas within the city which made
travelling convenient for the
visitors. Hassle-free registration
for visitors was appreciated by the
visitors as well.
For the first time in the history
of Indian gems and jewellery
industry, the company introduced
Water, Tea/coffee for retailers at JTGJS
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an exclusive package for retailers
which not only included stay facility
at the Sahara Star Hotel but also
many other services. The extended
time limit for the show provided
the retailers with ease for better
business. The VIPs were given
special attention by the Jewel
Trendz Team to meet with their
needs. And a special mention and
heartily thanks to our supporters
IBJA, Zicom and BVC Logistics and
Palak Jewellers for badges and
shuttle services during JTGJS. Also
a special thanks to PGP Joyeria,
Shanti S Seth, L Javerchand, Palak
Jewellers, R Zaveri, S P Shah,
Mahashila Jewellery, Padmavati
Jewellers, JV Bangles, Shree Raj
Jewellers and Laxmi Gold for their
support during the show.
All and all, the third edition of
the JTGJS proved it once again of
being one of the best gems and
jewellery shows that encourages
better business and networking
within the industry. With the
success of this show, people
are looking forward to February
2015 show.
Free shuttle service for retailers at JTGJS