ABM AMRO Signs on as Jewelry Industry Summit Sponsor

(IDEX Online News) – ABN AMRO Bank N.V. has signed on as a sponsor of the Jewelry Industry Summit, which will be held in New York from March 10-13, 2016.

“ABN AMRO's sustainability strategy is a better bank contributing to a better world,” said Erik A. Jens, head of Diamond & Jewellery Clients. “We see that our clients generate business opportunities by implementing sustainability in their core strategy. The Jewelry Industry Summit will be an opportunity to welcome all stakeholders in our industry to engage in actions to bring responsible sourcing into their daily business practices in an easily accessible manner – good for business, and good for our customers.”

Summit organizers also announced the results of a crowdfunding campaign to raise money for the summit. The campaign raised $11,735, which includes donations and a number of early registrations for next year’s event.

“This grassroots funding for the summit is very gratifying,” said Eric Braunwart of Columbia Gem House and member of the Planning Committee. “And, the committee was happy to see early registrations for the summit. These funds will assist us in setting the agenda and engaging with the professional facilitators who will lead the summit attendees to achieve the goals of the summit: education about current programs and an open discussion considering new ideas to ensure broad engagement in responsible sourcing.”  

The Jewelry Industry Summit will be an interactive and facilitated discussion in a “workshop” environment designed to drive open discussions on sustainability and responsible sourcing. The goal of the event is to create awareness of supply chain challenges and consider tools to take actions to mutually benefit the jewelry industry and create business opportunities and new sources of value for suppliers and the consumer.