Fine-Jewelry. Fundraising Proposal

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1 Fine-Jewelry Fundraising Proposal Created By Corporate Jewelers 2010

2 Corporate Jewelers of Texas Who We Are Corporate Jewelers is a unique operation in the jewelry industry. We are a mixture of the true wholesaler, discounter, manufacturer and retailer. We offer wholesale prices on merchandise we manufacture and large discounts on jewelry we purchase complete, all the while providing you with excellent service, knowledge, and the convenience you receive at any fine retail outlet. History Corporate Jewelers was established in 1979 to specifically cater to corporate employees in the State of Texas. For the past 30 years we have had an association with major corporate employers such as Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, Texas Instruments, Raytheon, EDS, Parkland Hospital and a variety of others. Throughout the years we have established trust between ourselves and our customers. We have personally gotten to know our customers, their families and their friends. Our customer base crosses all corporate levels, positions, and industries. The corporations we establish relationships with range from service, manufacturing, engineering, management or healthcare companies to name a few. Savings At Corporate Jewelers, a customer is assured of savings up to 66% OFF the suggested retail price. As an importer of diamonds and a manufacturer of a large portion of our inventory we are able to eliminate a vast layer of middlemen. Since our company s founding, our customers have always been satisfied by our prices, service, inventory, knowledge, and convenience. Service and Benefits Service has always been a very important commitment to us. We understand that a satisfied customer is likely to tell their family and friends about our service. Therefore we work very hard to make sure that we follow through on all aspects related to a sale, be it a free appraisal, the occasional cleaning, stone rechecking, free resizing, adjustments of bracelets or necklaces, and free gold chains with a

3 diamond pendant purchase. In addition to vast list of free after-sale services we offer a 30 day unconditional money-back-guarantee. In addition, we offer a tradein option by allowing the return of a previously purchased item to be used as a credit to a new jewelry purchase. Inventory Currently our exciting inventory consists of diamond jewelry set in platinum, 10k, 14k, and 18k gold. Our styles are made in yellow and white gold ranging from wedding sets, men s and ladies rings, bracelets, gold earrings, diamond ear studs and gold with diamond pendants. With our constant education and knowledge of our industry we constantly strive to bring you the latest fashion trends commonly found in your local retail jewelry stores. Advertising Corporate Jewelers provides all advertising tools that are necessary for a sale within your company. We properly distribute fliers, posters, blasts and other advertising tools to ensure visibility, awareness and success of this great opportunity for you and your employees. Why Corporate Jewelers? Whether your main goal is fundraising for a volunteer program, raising additional funds for a company venture, or in need of excess cash to fill budgeting requirements our on-site fine jewelry sales are your easiest way to achieve your cash goals. Corporate Jewelers provides all the personnel, lights, tables, chairs, showcases, and inventory necessary for a successful show. All we ask is for an area where most of your employees congregate, whether a cafeteria, conference room or lobby. Our commission structure is extremely competitive in the current market place and is based on gross sales from onsite jewelry sales and those sales made at our Dallas office through your company s referrals. We believe that our competitive prices, excellent service, large selection of inventory and the trust we build with your organization will make our program a winner for you and your employees.

4 Why choose Corporate Jewelers? Corporate Jewelers has been in business since We were established to specifically cater to corporate employees in the State of Texas. For the past 30 years we have had an association with major corporate employers such as Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, Texas Instruments, Raytheon, EDS, Parkland Hospital and a variety of others. Throughout the years we have established trust between our customers and ourselves. We have personally gotten to know our customers, their families and their friends. Our customer base crosses all corporate levels, positions and industries. The corporations we establish relationships with range from service, manufacturing, engineering, management or healthcare companies to name a few. Many of our current customers are longtime clients with whom we have provided a service with for many years. They have referred family members, friends and associates whom in turn have become longtime clients as well. Corporate Jewelers is a unique operation in the jewelry industry. We are a mixture of the true wholesaler, discounter, manufacturer and retailer. We offer wholesale prices on merchandise we manufacture and large discounts on jewelry we purchase complete, all the while providing you with excellent service, knowledge and the convenience you receive at any fine retail outlet. We guarantee our products and ensure that you receive savings up to 66% OFF of retail prices on better quality items than you are used to. This is one of the great benefits of allowing Corporate Jewelers to host a sale for your company. Over the years we have had a chance to choose optimal products for each customer. We know what sells and more importantly we know that every customer is ecstatic for Corporate Jewelers to host these sales. Our commission structure is extremely competitive in the current market place but more importantly our products, service, and expertise will prove to you that this is a winning system. At the end of the day your employees, your staff, and you will be extremely satisfied with the result of our sales.

5 Guarantees & Services Guarantees 30-day unconditional money-back refund Trade in option We allow the original purchase price to be used toward the next purchase. There is no requirement as to the amount of the next purchase as long as it is greater than the original. (Retail stores require double the purchase) Lifetime Warranty We offer free stone replacements, free repairs, and free adjustments on all purchases. (No 6-month checkup, no checkup log required unlike standard retail procedure) Appraisal Service Free appraisal with any purchase upon request. The appraisal provides details of stone sizes, weights, quality and shapes, metal content and a brief description of the merchandise. Photographs available if needed. Adjustments Free with any purchase a) Rings are sized free regardless of how much bigger they have to be a. Retail stores charge a fee if the finger size is 2 sizes bigger than the original b) Free pendant fitting onto chains c) Free resetting of loose diamonds into mountings d) Free watch adjustments at time of purchase e) Free bracelet adjustments which includes shortening, changing clasp or link replacement.

6 Jewelry Repair & Design General Repairs - Stone setting, ring sizing, adjustments, part replacement, soldering, etc. are all available for whole prices. Compared with the standard markup of 3 for retail repairs. Custom Orders - A vast selection of mountings are available for customers to either remount their stones or design a unique piece of jewelry using their own stones. Waxes/Castings We make wax models for designs that customers create as well as duplicate designs that are not readily available. Once a wax model is approved, we cast it and complete the mounting All repairs are in 18K, 14K, 10K or sterling silver and is a service we are glad to offer. We always give the customer the benefit of the doubt and are hasty in repairing any issue and satisfying the customer.

7 Selection Bracelets - Tennis bracelets with diamonds mounted all the way around the wrist. Various styles from the popular S link to channel-set to straight line mountings. Bracelets vary from 0.75ct and up and are available in 7 inches and greater. Diamond Stud Earrings Our diamond stud earrings range from 1/6ct total weight to upwards of 2ct total weights. They are cut in the popular round and princess fashions for both men and women. Other styles include diamond clusters, channel set, and diamond hoops. Women s Earrings The wide selection of women s earrings include diamond and colored gemstones (ruby, sapphire, emerald etc.) to stylish gold hoop earrings over various designs and polishing. They include both diamonds and colored stones. Pendants Traditional religious crosses of varying design from diamond and colored stones to white and yellow gold (14K/19K). Single diamond pendants to exotic past/present/future styles and diamond encrusted hearts are common in our inventory. Included are 14K gold pendants as well. Ladies Rings Diamond dinner and cocktail rings with round diamonds as well as a combination of round and baguette diamonds. Diamond wedding bands and rings with precious and semi-precious gems. Men s Rings A variety of styles with single and multiple diamonds which are prong/channel set. The colors are either white or yellow gold or a combination of the two which are polished and/or brushed to allow for multiple preferences. Wedding Sets Solitaire engagement rings with round, marquise, pear, emeraldcut and other shaped diamonds. Our styles range from the colorful gems, diamonds all around the center and band, intricately raised settings, to twisted bands and vintage glamour looks. Likewise a choice of ring wraps, ring guards, and diamond wedding bands.

8 Pearls Complete strands of cultured pearls from 5mm diameter to 7mm diameter to 7 inch bracelets to 18inch necklaces to 38 inch opera length necklaces. Wedding Bands A complete line of diamond and 10-14k gold wedding bands for both men and women as well as a selection of 18K gold & platinum wedding bands. Watches Seiko, Citizen and Geneve watches for both men and women sold at a discount of 30-50% OFF suggested retail prices. A manufacturer s warranty comes included on all purchases.

9 Advertising Advertising comes free of charge to your company. Corporate Jewelers provides all advertising materials, from fliers, posters, articles for your company newsletter, and blasts for company-wide receipt. We design our own fliers, posters; blasts etc. to meet the standards of your company, to ensure the proper channels of communication within your company are complied with as well as gain the most exposure to have a successful and fun event. Furthermore, Corporate Jewelers sets up and cleans any and all advertising material placed throughout the company so there is no extra work on the part of your employees.

10 Jewelry Manufacturing We manufacture a large portion of our jewelry that contains colored gems, diamonds, and semiprecious stones. As a result we select all the gemstones that are used in our jewelry which allows us complete control over the quality and the exact weight of each item used. Our large selection of un-mounted settings and extensive inventory of loose diamonds and gemstones allows us to increase our inventory needs very quickly. Unlike retail outlets that buy most of their inventory or receive it on consignment we are able to modify and change merchandise immediately. We attend trade shows throughout the country to update styles, learn new manufacturing techniques and see new trends in the industry. With our constant education, training, and knowledge we are continually bringing new styles, designs, and enthusiasm into every sale.