FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContacts:
Sue Fritz - 800 336-5642 ext. 2380; sfritz@jminsure.com
Michelle Orman - 347-599-0989; michelle@michelleorman.com Women’s Jewelry Association announces Jan. 15, 2010 deadline for grant applications December 2009 – The Women’s Jewelry Association invites members to apply for its Grants Program, which offers grants up to $500 for jewelry industry studies, as well as financial, business, marketing and other courses that contribute to making members better employees, managers, and business owners in this industry. Earlier this year, WJA awarded $14,000 in grants to 28 members across the country.
Jayne Schultz, WJA member grants chair, remarked, “WJA recognizes the importance of professional education for those already in the industry. Education is an investment that never loses its value.”
To apply, WJA members should complete the grant application found on the Scholarship page of the association’s web site,
www.womensjewelryassociation.com. Applications are due on or before January 15, 2010.
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The Women’s Jewelry Association, founded in 1983, is the preeminent association of professional women in the jewelry, watch and related businesses. WJA, which operates through the national office in New York City, comprises a network of 13 regional chapters and an International Affiliate Chapter in India. Members benefit from educational and networking opportunities, scholarships, grants, design competitions, annual business conferences, and recognition programs, such as its annual Awards for Excellence gala. For more information on WJA and sponsorship opportunities, visit
www.womensjewelryassociation.com or call the national office at 708-361-6266.
Sue Fritz
Women's Jewelry Association, PR Chair
Regional Sales Manager - Canada
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PO Box 468 Neenah WI 54957-0468
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