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American Gem Society Conclave 2027

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📅 2 May 2027 – 5 May 📍 Loews Kansas City Hotel, Kansas City, US ↗ 🏢 American Gem Society 🔁 annual

The American Gem Society (AGS) Conclave 2027 is a premier, annual educational and networking conference for jewelry professionals and suppliers, featuring industry experts, educational sessions, and a supplier showcase.

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Venue

Loews Kansas City Hotel

Hotel venue · 6,131 m² · 2 halls · ~3,000 people

A luxury hotel in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, connected to the convention center via a connector bridge. It features over 60,000 sq ft of function space, including the 27,000 sq ft City Beautiful Grand Ballroom, a Junior Ballroom, and an outdoor terrace, primarily serving as a premier convention and business meeting venue.

📍 1515 Wyandotte St, Kansas City, MO 64108, US

Operated by Loews Hotels

5 events tracked at this venue → Venue website ↗

Organizer

American Gem Society (AGS)

Nonprofit · Las Vegas, United States · Founded 1934

A non-profit professional association for jewelry industry ethics, education, and consumer protection.

Runs 2 events → Full portfolio ↗

Why people attend

Network with industry peers, attend accredited educational sessions, and discover new products/services from top-tier suppliers.

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Speakers

26 speakers at American Gem Society Conclave

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Aaron Palke

Senior Research Scientist, GIA Colored Stone Identification · GIA

"GIA Hands-On: Country of Origin Determination – Emerald"

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John Carter

President & CEO · Jack Lewis Jewelers

jewelry retailretail leadership

Also speaking at JCK Las Vegas 2027

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Ben Nemtin

co-founder · The Buried Life

"Opening Keynote"

Bio

Ben Nemtin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Want to Do Before You Die? and a star of the MTV show The Buried Life. As the co-founder of The Buried Life movement, Ben’s message of radical possibility has been featured on The Today Show,...

personal developmentradical possibility

Also speaking at ISPA Conference & Expo, 78th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo, HD NextGen Forum 2026

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Dan Chuparkoff

Innovation & A.I. Expert

"AI and the Future of Everything"

Bio

Dan is a leader with 30 years of experience running some of the smartest, most tech-forward teams in the world. He’s led technology projects for some of the biggest hospital systems in the world. He built the teams who served billions of customers. Along the way, he discovered that technology is the foundation of everything that we build, from the services we deliver… to the spaces where we deliver them.

AI in healthcarehealthcare technologysmart facilities

Also speaking at SXSW Conference & Festivals, Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo, Grocery & Specialty Food West

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"Thursday Breakfast Keynote"

Bio

Our Thursday breakfast keynote returns as our featured speaker. Deanna Marsigliese expands on her seven principles of illusion to captivate audiences and unlock the secrets of success.

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Wade Abel

American Gem Society

"The Importance of Diamond Screening: Challenges, Techniques, and Resources"

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Raluca Anghel

Head of External Affairs and Industry Relations · Natural Diamond Council

"The Importance of Diamond Screening: Challenges, Techniques, and Resources"

Also speaking at The Jewellery Show 2026

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Guy Borenstein

Stuller Inc.

"The Importance of Diamond Screening: Challenges, Techniques, and Resources"

diamond screeninglaboratory-grown diamondsgemological instruments
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"GIA’s Journey in Colored Stone Research: Milestones and Innovations"

gem identificationtreatmentsorigin determination
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Randall Lightfoot

Mayflower Estate Buyers & Consulting

"The Importance of Diamond Screening: Challenges, Techniques, and Resources"

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Jonathan Gold

Professor of religion · Princeton University

"Update on Tariffs and Their Impact on the Retail Industry"

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Also speaking at Aspen Ideas Festival

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David Mazer

Marks Jewelers

"Laboratory-Grown Diamonds: Pricing, Supply, and Disclosure"

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Dave Bindra

Chair: Young Titleholders Committee, International Board of Directors · American Gem Society

"Titleholder Recognition and Member Awards"

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Joel Hassler

Von Hasle Jewelers

"Laboratory-Grown Diamonds: Pricing, Supply, and Disclosure"

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Amanda Coleman-Phelps

President & Owner · Nelson Coleman Jewelers

"Titleholder Recognition and Member Awards"

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Also speaking at JCK Las Vegas 2027

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Abe Sherman

BIG, Buyers Intelligence Group

"Laboratory-Grown Diamonds: Pricing, Supply, and Disclosure"

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+ 10 more speakers at this event.

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Frequently asked questions

When is American Gem Society Conclave?+
American Gem Society Conclave takes place on 2 May 2027 to 5 May 2027.
Where is American Gem Society Conclave held?+
American Gem Society Conclave is held at Loews Kansas City Hotel, Kansas City, US.
Who organises American Gem Society Conclave?+
American Gem Society Conclave is organised by American Gem Society.
How often is American Gem Society Conclave held?+
American Gem Society Conclave is held annual.

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