Easing into green – New York—From housewares to automotives, industries that paid little mind to environmental issues in the past are now moving into greener pastures—and the jewelry industry is no exception. May 22, 2008
Not All that Glitters is Gold: Digging for Ethically Sourced Jewelry – Blood diamonds and dirty gold are notions gaining traction in the popular consciousness, and thanks to efforts by major retailers, jewelry producers and NGOs, fair and ethically traded jewels are coming to a store near you.
Love and Sex: Inner Shine – The film Blood Diamonds helped spur media interest and public awareness about conflict diamonds. But the “ethical jewelry” movement extends beyond one region and one gem.
A 100 YEAR LAMENT – The macro history is simple. Colonial powers divided Africa, creating states. Resources were mined and exported. Tribal societies were fragmented in the march of progress toward the new world order....
Jewelry Design Firm Switches to Fair Trade Suppliers – Reflective Images is recognized for their Fair Trade policy in the jewelry industry's leading trade publication and website.
About Fair Trade Jewelry – The notion of Fair Trade jewelry, particularly in the mainstream jewelry trade, is a relatively recent phenomena. This issue has gained prominence in the jewelry world partly as a result of the film, Blood Diamonds, released in December, 2006.
Read an article in the January, 2007 issue of Modern Jeweler – about Reflective Images' issues with implementing fair trade.
A Pilgrimage to Cambodia – The trip to Cambodia was quite moving. Everyone who showed us around had personal accounts of the Kamir...losing half their families. The stories were heart rendering.
Sri Lanka After The Tsunamia – After the tsunami of 2005, we traveled to Sri Lanka and helped with reconstruction.
Understanding Celtic Wedding Rings – A brief description of the origin and symbolism of Celtic Wedding Rings.
Understanding the meaning of Celtic Knotwork – The Universal Meaning of Celtic Knotwork.
How To Buy A Celtic Wedding Ring – Tips on buying a Celtic wedding ring.
Symbolism of Wedding Rings – Here's an interesting article on rings based on archetypal symbolism.
Creative and Alternative Weddings – A brief look at traditional and creative weddings.
Conflict-Free Diamonds – An Ethical Wedding Choice.
The Rules of Engagement – Betrothal and the Engagement Ring.
Sacred Geometry and Wedding Ring Symbolism – "One of the central features of sacred geometry is that the shapes, symbols, and patterns are created by the repetition of simple mathematical rules."
Making a Difference – Doing good for the world can do a world of good for business – Reflective Images and Fair Trade Jewelry. Modern Jeweler Jan 4, 2007
Paying well pays off for jewelry company Reflective Images – As Marc Choyt and Helen Chantler see it, giving employees good benefits isn't just a nice thing to do: It's good business. New Mexico Business Weekly Jan 7, 2005
Jewelry Business Prospers in Circle – "After nine years of operation, Choyt is proud that the company follows a circular design in which each employee in the 12-person company shares responsibility for its continued growth." Albuquerque Journal Nov 30, 2004
Reflective Images Featured as a SCORE success story – "Put three people from SCORE together, and you have at least 100 years’ worth of experience in one room. It is a fantastic organization that provides an invaluable service to small businesses.” Service Core of Retired Executives (SCORE) Website
Reflective Images Further Commits To Fair Trade Jewelry Feb 8, 2007
Reflective Images is Named a Superior Supplier by the OC Tanner Company for the Second Straight Year: OC Tanner, the world's leading provider of employee gifts and incentives to businesses world wide, has named Reflective Images Inc. a "Superior Supplier" for the second straight year. Just three companies out of approximately 300 were given this award. June 9, 2006
Reflective Images Inc. Commits to Fair Trade Practices: Reflective Images, a designer jewelry company located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, has committed to implementing Fair Trade practices. June 9, 2006
Reflective Images Inc Recognized As One of Santa Fe's Top Five Businesses For Its Outstanding Product and Radical Business Model Based on the Circle: Reflective Images Inc, a designer jewelry company, is one of five Santa Fe companies honored for its outstanding product and business practices by the City Counsel and Mayor of Santa Fe. The company manufactures contemporary 18K gold over sterling jewelry based on contemporary interpretations of ancient European tribal motifs. June 9, 2006
Reflective Images is Accepted into the Premier Venue for Designer Jewelers – Reflective Images has been accepted into the Design Center at the JCK Show in Las Vegas. The Design Center is the premier venue for designer jewelers in the US market. It has only few open spots annually for hundreds of applicants. May 18, 2006
Reflective Images Open Their New Gallery At The Baca Street Art Walk – Reflective Images presents their latest , one of a kind jewelry designs by lead designer, Helen Chantler, in an opening at their new Baca Street gallery. Oct 20, 2005
Reflective Images is named a Superior Supplier – OC Tanner, the world's leading provider of employee gifts and incentives to businesses world wide, has named Reflective Images Inc. a "Superior Supplier." Just three companies out of over 300 were given this award for outstanding quality, customer service and timeliness. June 1, 2005
Reflective Images Celebrates Nine Years of Growth – Reflective Images unique employee philosophy has been the key to nine straight years of double-digit growth."We do everything we can to support our employees so they can do excellent work, including treating them generously. Jan 31, 2005
Reflective Images Introduces New Designs – Reflective Images is presenting over forty new 18K gold over sterling silver designs at the Buyer's Market of American Craft in Philadelphia on February 18, 2004. Feb 7, 2005
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