The Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) awarded US$12,500 worth of grants to 25 female members who were in good standing and seeking for professional growth. Funds were raised by the association and its chapters in the U.S. All applications were reviewed by the WJA Member Grant Committee.
“Professional women in the jewellery industry often need funds to explore their chosen fields more fully,” said Andrea Hansen, the president of WJA. “Our member grants contribute towards that exploration, often taking our members to higher levels of business success.”
Before next year’s grants and scholarships, WJA intends to raise funds at its annual Awards for Excellence gala on 27 July 2015 in New York City. During the gala, the association will present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Pam Mortensen, the senior vice president and general merchandise manager of fine jewellery for J.C. Penney, the Ben Kaiser Award to C. Clayton Bromberg, the president of Underwood Jewelers and the Corporate Award to GUMUCHIAN.
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