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Press Release: The recent jewelry crimes that took place during last week’s Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair are a reminder of the vulnerability of exhibitors and jewelry professionals during industry events, especially those in other countries. Jewelers unBLOCKed and ISPS -- a global jewelry security training and risk prevention firm -- remind exhibitors that safety and security should be top priority at all times. “Security needs to be front of mind at all times,” said Jewelers unBLOCKed's president and CEO, Patricia Low. “This is especially critical when traveling abroad, as jet-lag, fatigue and disorientation due to time changes, foreign customs and language can cause distraction.”
ISPS's CEO, Itay Hendel, said, “Despite the high level of security in place at all jewelry exhibitions, sophisticated criminals may still infiltrate the event, posing as buyers. Selling at a major jewelry event can be stressful, but exhibitors must remain vigilant at all times. Practice safe sales techniques just as you would in a retail operation.”
ISPS reminds exhibitors to only allow buyers to be in specified areas of the exhibit and to keep all showcases locked at all times. “Do not allow yourself to become distracted — maintain focus on the merchandise at all times,” Hendel warned.
And as always, jewelry professionals should keep a low profile outside the secured areas of the event. “Remove your security badge as soon as you leave the show. Don’t advertise your profession in any way, and never carry goods with you or conduct business outside of your exhibit,” Low reiterated.
SAFTEY TIPS FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE EXHIBITIONS:
• Discuss your international travel plans with your insurance professional in advance to ensure you have appropriate coverage.
• Familiarize yourself with local customs and typical business behaviors; if possible, travel and work with someone fluent in the local language.
• Limit your exposure on social media; never indicate your profession to strangers or use business cards to tag luggage or briefcases.
• Always have at least two employees on the trade show floor; when showing high-value jewelry, have a second employee stand nearby with a cell phone. Cell phones can be a great deterrent to a burglary.
• Pre-program cell phones with international emergency contacts and hotel/facility security numbers.
• Be sure to keep showcases locked at ALL times. Re-lock immediately after removing an item to show to a customer.
Jewelers unBLOCKed™, offered by CED 1976, LLC., provides the underwriting and issuance of the exclusive jewelers block policy offered through the Chubb Group of Insurance Companies. ISPS services include comprehensive security assessments, training and risk management recommendations to avoid crimes and related losses. For more information, please visit www.jewelers-unblocked.com or www.isps.co.il.
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