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Los Angeles Residents Alan and Judie Sherin Open Dream Vacations Franchise

Alan and Judie Sherin

LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 5, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alan and Judie Sherin recently completed an intensive training program to become certified vacation specialists and owners of a Dream Vacations travel franchise in Los Angeles. As a result of being part of the nation's leading home-based travel agent franchise network, their travel agency TourTakers Dream Vacations, has access to the best cruise and land vacation deals and exclusive, elite product and service offerings.

"Booking vacations can be very frustrating to the point of total confusion. There are just too many choices, special offers, lingo and general information overload on the Internet," says Alan Sherin, co-founder TourTakers Dream Vacations. "By joining forces with Dream Vacations, we are able to provide our clients with a better, more personalized approach to vacation planning."

To complete the certification program, the Sherins participated in-depth training and workshops including sales and marketing seminars; product briefings by major cruise lines; hands-on computer systems orientation introducing new agents to CruiseControl, a proprietary customer relationship manager, sales reporting and reservation system; and onboard ship inspections at the state-of-the-art Dream Vacations training center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Consumers can browse the TourTakers new Dream Vacations website - http://www.tourtakers.com/ - complete with a live search engine and booking capabilities, or contact them for expert, personalized guidance in planning memorable vacations. TourTakers walks clients step-by-step through the entire booking and planning process, from selecting destinations and excursions based on clients' interests to providing packing lists and enhancing special occasions.

As a Dream Vacations franchise, TourTakers is now part of the World Travel Holdings family of brands, one of the top travel retail networks in the world with incredible buying power with every major cruise line and many tour operators, resulting in exceptional low prices and exclusive offers such as upgrades, discounts and more.

For more information or to book a dream vacation, please call toll free 877-388-3975 or visit http://www.tourtakers.com/. Hours of operation are seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. PST/PDT.

About Dream Vacations:

Launched in 2016, Dream Vacations A CruiseOne Company is a franchise opportunity that is part of World Travel Holdings, the world's largest cruise agency and award-winning leisure travel company. Dream Vacations franchisees have unrivaled buying power to offer the best prices and exclusive offers when selling memorable vacation experiences such as cruises, resort stays and land tours.

Twitter: @Tour_Takers

Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TourTakersDreamVacations

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Whiteflash Selected to Host Historic Esperanza Diamond

Esperanza Diamond pendant

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 18, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whiteflash announced today that they have been selected to host the historic Esperanza Diamond in Houston, Texas on its cross-country tour of American Gem Society (AGS) member stores. The one-of-a-kind diamond will be on display in the Whiteflash Houston jewelry store in Sugar Land Town Square February 3-7, 2016.

The Esperanza is the most important diamond ever found in the United States. It was unearthed in June of 2015 in Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas. Special arrangements were made to have the rough diamond crystal cut and polished locally to preserve its "born and raised in Arkansas" status. Adding to its All American provenance, it was cut by master diamond cutter Mike Botha of Embee Diamonds, an American Gem Society member. It was graded at the American Gem Society Laboratories (AGSL) and is being hosted on its journey across America exclusively by AGS member stores.

The unique icicle shaped crystal weighed 8.52 carats, the 4th largest crystal ever found in the USA, and yielded a perfectly colorless and internally flawless finished diamond of 4.605 carats graded D IF by AGSL. (GIA report also available). The exotic Triolette shape of the finished diamond features 147 facets, and the diamond is set into a custom designed platinum pendant as unique as the diamond itself. It was designed by Ian Douglas and crafted in the USA by Byard F. Brogan, both of whom are also AGS members.

The Esperanza diamond, which may be worth in excess of $1M dollars, will be sold to the highest bidder in a silent auction style process with bids submitted by interested buyers through one of the AGS member stores hosting the tour. Parties interested in acquiring a rare, world-class, and wearable piece of Americana can contact Whiteflash for more information and receive a bidding form. Bids will be accepted through Valentine's Day - February 14, 2016.

Whiteflash Vice-president and Graduate Gemologist Bryan Boyne had this to say about the event. "We are honored and thrilled to have been chosen to host the Esperanza in greater Houston - the fourth largest market in America. For Whiteflash to be forever connected with this exceptional gem, and with American diamond history, is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity."

You can follow the Esperanza on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/theesperanza.

About Whiteflash:

Whiteflash is a top tier retail jeweler specializing in Ideal Diamonds, Designer Engagement Rings and Fine Bridal Jewelry. Their A CUT ABOVE(R) Super Ideal Diamonds are considered by trade experts and diamond connoisseurs to be among the finest in the world.

The award winning Whiteflash.com website, described by Kiplinger's Magazine as the "Lord of the Online Rings" enables shoppers the world over to view, compare and purchase top quality diamonds, engagement rings and fine jewelry in a convenient, secure and information rich environment.

Whiteflash is the first jewelry retailer in the world to attain ISO 9001 certification for total quality management and welcome visitors to their Houston jewelry store located in Sugar Land Town Square.

Whiteflash is a member of the American Gem Society and recipient of the BBB 2015 Pinnacle Award.

For more information, log onto http://www.whiteflash.com/ or call toll free 877-612-6770.

For information on the Houston store location, visit: http://www.whiteflash.com/whiteflash-houston-jewelry-store/.

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*Photo Caption: Esperanza Diamond Pendant.

Twitter: @Whiteflash @AmerGemSociety #Esperanza #EsperanzaDiamond

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Gmate SMART mobile diabetes monitoring system launches in all Kmart pharmacies

Gmate SMART meter

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 16, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Philosys, Inc. announces today that all Kmart pharmacies nationwide are now offering the Gmate(R) SMART Blood Glucose Monitoring System, the latest in mHealth technology for diabetes management. Gmate SMART is available in all Kmart pharmacies as of September 2015. The Gmate SMART meter and App deliver fast and accurate blood glucose test results right to your smartphone. The Gmate SMART connects to the headphone jack of a smartphone. The Gmate SMART(TM) App is a free download on the App Store(TM) and Google Play(TM) store.

The Gmate SMART App stores an unlimited number of test results electronically with the date and time. There is no longer a need to write down blood glucose test results. A user can also add custom comments, actions or notes to each test result. The SMART App allows the user to email or SMS (text message) any test result or group of results to their doctor, caregiver or family member. The Gmate SMART is providing a faster and smarter way to manage diabetes.

As cloud technology grows, Philosys is working to create an App-to-Cloud secure connection in the next generation of updates. This will allow the user to setup a personal account with a secure login and password. The user will have the ability to see and manage test results online through a HIPPA compliant server and share their results with their physician or caregiver. The physician or caregiver will be able to set up alerts when the patient's test results are out of range. When an out of range test result is logged, the physician or caregiver will receive an email or text notification, alerting them to contact the patient.

Another great advantage Gmate SMART offers is the affordable cost of the test strips. At Kmart pharmacy, the Gmate SMART meter lists for $13.99 and the Gmate Test Strips list for $14.99, for a box of 50 test strips. This innovative meter will give customers an economical way to test their blood sugar and help them manage their diabetes effectively.

The Gmate SMART is changing the way we manage diabetes by improving health and lifestyle.

About Philosys:
Philosys is a manufacturing company that specializes in medical, diagnostics and analytical instruments. The range of services we provide covers the entire product cycle from concept through to manufacture. Philosys' philosophy is to develop cost-effective design and manufacturing solutions that satisfy our customer's vision. For more information visit http://www.gmate.com/.

Media Contacts:
Bret Morey, VP Marketing and Sales, Philosys, Inc., Bret.M@gmate.com 704-839-6195.

Billie Orlando, Gmate Media Relations, borlando@gmate.com 908-505-1626.

About Kmart:
Kmart, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:SHLD), is a mass merchandising company and part of Shop Your Way, a social shopping experience where members have the ability to earn points and receive benefits across a wide variety of physical and digital formats through shopyourway.com. Kmart offers customers quality products through a portfolio of exclusive brands that include Sofia by Sofia Vergara, Jaclyn Smith, Joe Boxer, Route 66 and Smart Sense. For more information visit the company's website at www.kmart.com | Sears Holdings Corporation website at www.searsholdings.com | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kmart.

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Twitter: @Gmate_SMART

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What’s in a Name? Visit Blend Indoor Outdoor in Avondale to Find Out

home decor

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Blend - a lifestyle retailer showcasing artfully curated furniture and decor - brings a much needed breath of fresh, open air to the home furnishings market in the Jacksonville area. The newly hatched shop is opening its Parisian blue doors for a grand opening soirée this month and the community is invited to attend.

The owners, husband and wife duo Christian and Georgia Miller of Ortega Forest, have teamed up with Jen Bryie, the seasoned general manager and designer of the well-known Anita's Garden Shop and Design. On Bryie's expertise, Christian remarked, "Jen is well known around the city for her eye for beautiful décor, so we are very lucky to have her as our head designer and creative lead."

With Blend, Christian and Georgia are continuing on the successful familial tradition of bringing upscale retail to the area: Christian's mother is Anita Miller, owner of Anita's Garden Shop and Design in Avondale.

Blend's inspiring collection of modern and traditional decor encourages its shoppers to rethink and reinvent what is possible, both within their homes and beyond. Blend's lifestyle pieces reflect the Millers' vision, according to Christian, "We aim to help our customers blend their indoor outdoor lifestyle through a mix of modern accessories and furniture and traditional styles. We offer fresh, new lines of indoor and outdoor furniture along with pillows, linens, lamps, mirrors, containers and more."

Stop by Blend on September 24 - located at the Shoppes of Avondale (3639 St Johns Ave) in Jacksonville - for the big reveal party. Celebratory libations will be served alongside a fresh slice of Blend's unique style.

About Blend Indoor Outdoor Inc.:

Blend Indoor Outdoor is a lifestyle retailer located in the Shoppes of Avondale, Jacksonville, Fla. Our concept is to blend modern and traditional décor that opens up and renews the indoor and outdoor living spaces of your home. We offer fresh, new lines of indoor and outdoor furniture along with pillows, linens, lamps, mirrors, containers and much more.

More information online: http://www.blendindooroutdoor.com/.

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Whiteflash Launches HD Video for Loose Diamonds

ideal diamonds

HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whiteflash Inc., top tier retailer of ideal diamonds and fine bridal jewelry, announced this week that it is adding High Definition 360 degree video to their website for their in-house loose diamonds.

Whiteflash is best known for their A CUT ABOVE(R) super ideal diamonds, which are considered among the finest diamonds in the world with proven light performance at the top of the scale. Currently posted to each diamond detail page on their website are actual photos and a collection of light performance images along with laboratory reports pertaining to all critical aspects of quality. Video will add a new dimension enabling the website visitor to understand the full beauty and light handling potential of these precision cut diamonds.

With hundreds of certified ideal cut diamonds in stock it will take several months to fully implement this initiative. In the words of Eliezer Eber Whiteflash COO, "We are excited to add a significant additional piece of information to our diamond catalogue. We have always provided all the key diagnostics on our ideal and superideal diamonds. We believe a comprehensive set of information is necessary for shoppers to fully understand a diamond. Now customers can experience how all that clinical data translates to dynamic beauty by seeing the actual diamond in high definition video."

Each diamond listed on the website will have a magnified diamond image, ASET and Ideal Scope light performance images, and high definition video. In the case of round diamonds in the A CUT ABOVE(R) and Expert Selection categories, the detail pages also feature a Hearts and Arrows view to demonstrate optical precision. The Whiteflash website features a page dedicated to understanding diamond light performance images, and a new page has been created specifically for understanding the new diamond video capability.

Whiteflash enjoys a national and international reputation for top quality products, information, and customer care. In addition to serving a remote audience through their robust e-commerce website, their Sugar Land showroom now serves a growing Houston area clientele and offers a full line of designer engagement rings by top brands including Verragio, Simon G, Ritani, Danhov, Vatche and Benchmark. Whiteflash is a member of the prestigious American Gem Society and winner of the 2015 BBB Pinnacle Award, the top honor for the Greater Houston area - the fourth largest market in America.

About Whiteflash:

Whiteflash is a top tier retail jeweler specializing in Ideal Diamonds, Designer Engagement Rings and Fine Bridal Jewelry. Their A CUT ABOVE(R) Super Ideal Diamonds are considered by trade experts and diamond connoisseurs to be among the finest in the world.

The award winning Whiteflash.com website, described by Kiplinger's Magazine as the "Lord of the Online Rings" enables shoppers the world over to view, compare and purchase top quality diamonds, engagement rings and fine jewelry in a convenient, secure and information rich environment.

Whiteflash is the first jewelry retailer in the world to attain ISO 9001 certification for total quality management and welcome visitors to their Houston jewelry store located in the upscale community of Sugar Land, Texas. Whiteflash is a proud member of the American Gem Society.

For more information, log onto http://www.whiteflash.com/ or call toll free 877-612-6770.

VIDEO - clip shows the diamond rotating under a combination of hard and soft lighting: https://youtu.be/5QOkHQFHYPg .

Twitter: @Whiteflash

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Brian Gavin Diamonds Introduces Brian Gavin Yellow

Brian Gavin Yellow

HOUSTON, Texas, July 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Renowned international jeweler, Brian Gavin Diamonds, introduces its newest luxury collection, Brian Gavin Yellow(TM), a line featuring certified fancy yellow diamonds set in left or right hand ring settings. These beautiful diamonds are set in platinum, 18K white gold or 14K white gold.

The e-commerce diamond retailer, which takes its name from founder, Brian Gavin, often referred to online by his followers as "Brian the Cutter," is best known for its signature Hearts and Arrows cut and specializes in offering a perfectly proportionally cut stone to guarantee a Sure Sparkle(R).

As a fifth generation cutter who is constantly improving and expanding upon his offerings to diamond connoisseurs, as well as those new to the market, Brian Gavin wanted to introduce something luxurious and rare to his website. After researching his customers' preferences he felt a fancy yellow diamond was ideal for his following, which is largely comprised of buyers that place a high value on possessing the top tier in diamonds, such as these canary stones that have become the most sought after of the fancy stones.

The fancy yellow diamonds are being sourced from a supply that is primarily mined in South Africa and Russia and is consistent in its performance of high quality yellow diamonds. The supply the jeweler is using is the best in the world. While the Brian Gavin Signature Diamonds are graded on cut, the fancy diamonds in Brian Gavin Yellow(TM) are graded on their performance of intensity in color.

The fancy yellow diamonds are available in cushion, radiant, round and princess cuts and are mounted in a variety of ring settings, including custom designs. The beautifully cut stones are offered in solitaire, halo, double halo, and three pronged settings with the center stone ranging from 0.5ct to 10.5cts. Each ring makes a statement and can be worn as either an engagement ring or a cocktail ring.

"At Brian Gavin Diamonds, we are constantly raising the bar of excellence and expanding our line, while consistently offering exceptionally cut diamonds to our customers, and Brian Gavin Yellow is no exception," said Gavin. "Our customers appreciate fine craftsmanship and exceptional stones, and our Yellow collection allows us to offer a new product with the high standards our Brian Gavin Signature collection possesses, but with the ideal color performance a high quality fancy diamond is coveted for."

For additional information on Brian Gavin Yellow(TM), please visit http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/ or contact Allie Danziger at (713) 225-0880 or allie@integrateagency.com.

Brian Gavin Diamonds has been setting the standard of excellence in the diamond industry since Brian the Cutter started the business in response to the public's demand for his quality of super ideal cut high performing diamonds in 2009. Brian Gavin Diamonds' Signature Collection diamonds are in a class above the rest, offering customers its patented cushion and round cuts, as well as the Brian Gavin Blue(R) collection and Signature Princess Cut, sold exclusively across the world on its e-commerce site, as well as in its Houston-area showroom.

Twitter: @DannyGavin

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Eastern Pennsylvania Now Sports Latest in Tattoo Revisions

Marc's Tattooing and Body Piercing

WILKES-BARRE, Pa., June 5, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical, Inc., Sandy, Utah, announced the opening of their latest Tatt2Away(R) center in Eastern Pennsylvania at Marc's Tattooing & Body Piercing. Tatt2Away offers a patented, innovative alternative to laser tattoo removal that is less painful, less costly, and more effective at removing all tattoo colors of pigment.

Marc's Tattooing & Body Piercing, with 4 locations covering the Eastern region of Pennsylvania, has been the area's industry trusted name in professionalism and artistry for over 25 years. Over that time, Steve Gulbin and Jon Owens, partners of Marc's Tattooing, have witnessed thousands of piercing and tattoo jobs through their doors, and noticed an increase in much of their business was clients exploring ways to cover up or re-imagine a current tattoo.

"We really wanted to find an easy, less expensive way to remove or enhance some of this unfortunate work," says Gulbin. "Jon and I were on the hunt for a cutting-edge technique that was an alternative to laser removal and offered us full control over the creative process. I'm ecstatic to offer a removal solution like this at our shops!"

While 65 million Americans sport a tattoo, 11 percent of them are getting - or have had - one removed. Although the laser has been the go to method of removal, its lack of efficacy, coupled with pain and cost, have not made it an attractive value proposition. Marc's Tattooing plans on capitalizing on the newest alternative to laser tattoo removal.

Owens added, "Not only is this THE solution for those that want a full tattoo removal, but it will also make a cover up session more tolerable and less costly for our clients."

To book a consultation for a Tatt2Away treatment, call Steve or Jon at 570-235-1484 or visit http://marcstattooing.com/.

Tatt2Away is placing only a few systems per city, offering a limited exclusivity to those studios that see the opportunity first and act on it. For more information, go to http://www.Tatt2Away.com/ or contact Jack Savage, Rejuvatek Medical, Inc. 855-252-2929 jacksavage@Tatt2Away.com

TWITTER: @tatt2away

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Oceanside Jewelers Releases Mobile Responsive Web Site

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OCEANSIDE, Calif., Dec. 18, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In an ongoing effort to continually provide a unique jewelry shopping experience centered on consumer education, Master Jeweler Chad Elliott and the certified gemologist staff at Oceanside Jewelers are pleased to announce the release of their upgraded mobile-responsive web site.

This means that Oceanside-Jewelers.com will now respond with a specific optimized design tailored to the user's device, whether it is a smart phone, tablet, or desktop computer. With this new addition, Oceanside Jewelers' extensive library of searchable articles and fine jewelry image portfolios are now available to shoppers on the move during this busy holiday season. Included within this web optimization are user-friendly jewelry galleries, focused on custom women's and men's rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces, all containing a wide variety of precious gems and constructed in fine gold, silver and other precious metals.

Also included is Oceanside Jewelers' latest addition of the Pandora(R) line of charms and jewelry. Pandora is an exciting and interchangeable collection of jewelry with countless possibilities. Celebrating the unique and individual moments in every woman's life, Pandora charms allow you to design your own jewelry that expresses your style and unforgettable moments. Each piece is hand crafted in sterling silver and 14k gold with superior Danish design, and includes a collection of over 600 unique charms and beads, accompanied by a full line of jewelry.

"We realize that almost half of our customers and website visitors are now using their smart phones and tablets to both shop and research their buying decisions on a regular basis. Our goal is to provide them with the best experience and service possible, whether they are visiting the store or our web site in search of valuable information and true value in their purchases," says Chad Elliott Master Jeweler Oceanside Jewelers.

About Oceanside Jewelers:

Oceanside Jewelers is a family owned and operated business located in the heart of downtown Oceanside at 222 North Coast Highway. Oceanside Jewelers has been providing honest and professional jewelry services with a focus on personal customer service for over 20 years. Award winning master jeweler Chad Elliott has designed and manufactured jewelry for many of the top designer brands, and many of these are worn by Hollywood's elite.

Customer education plays an important part of Oceanside Jewelers sense of business and community. In pursuit of this Oceanside Jewelers web site contains a wide range of helpful articles on jewelry craftsmanship, custom designing with diamonds and precious gemstones, traditional handcrafted jewelry construction, cutting-edge jewelry technology, and precious metal grading and selection.

Visit the company websites at:
http://oceanside-jewelers.com/
http://oceansidepawnshops.com/ .

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B2C Jewel’s New ‘Perfection’ Diamonds include Scientific Proof of Performance

Perfection Diamonds

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- B2C Jewels, carrying an online inventory of over 150,000 diamonds, announced today they are raising the consumer-confidence bar by providing advanced photos for their new "Perfection" Ideal Cut diamonds. Offered at www.b2cjewels.com, no other diamond retailer of their size provides such images for online diamonds. Where many sellers post only laboratory reports for diamonds offered, B2C Jewels is now photographing thousands of diamonds in their inventory, to the delight of shoppers.

"Of course it involves time and expense," says Jay Reshamwala, Director of B2C's New York Office, "but the indisputable confidence it builds in consumers is worth the effort." He says the benefits are obvious. "A picture is worth a thousand words. We show an actual zoomed image of the diamond you're buying, along with scientific photos proving that it will have breathtaking beauty." Reshamwala confirms that every diamond in B2C's Perfection brand has a complete web-page with a suite of images. These images are also included for many other inventory items. "With more than 100,000 diamonds offered we don't have them all posted," he says, "but we do have thousands up, and images may be requested for any diamond we offer."

Perfection diamonds include an actual magnified diamond image, an American Gem Society ASET(TM) performance image, a Holloway Ideal-Scope(TM) performance image, and "Hearts & Arrows" optical precision images. Collectively, these images show clarity features, levels of light-return (versus light leaking from the diamond) and how precisely (or imprecisely) the diamond was cut in a three-dimensional sense, which impacts the intensity of internal reflections.

According to Reshamwala, every "Perfection" branded diamond falls within the top 1 percent of commonly agreed cut parameters modeled in-line with the conclusions of Marcel Tolkowsky, the mathematician who created the benchmark for maximizing brightness, fire, and scintillation in a round brilliant diamond. "Perfection diamonds are all about the highest levels of technical cut-quality."

B2C Jewels cites Perfection's "Four Ps" as Process, Proof, Pedigree and Promise. These refer to the selectivity, highly-regarded GIA grading report, demonstrable scientific photos and satisfaction guarantees which accompany Perfection. "Of course the fifth P is price," says Reshamwala. "In addition to providing modern shoppers with more data than any competitor of our size, we believe our price-point remains the most competitive in the business."

Shoppers can view all performance data from any location on their device of choice at http://www.b2cjewels.com/ . More details on the Perfection brand can be found at http://www.b2cjewels.com/Perfection-diamonds-by-b2cjewels.aspx .

About B2C Jewels:

B2C Jewels, established on the unique idea of making online purchase of jewelry easier, has grown to become one of the largest and most respected online jewelry stores. It is backed by a family which has been in the diamond industry as renowned manufacturers and wholesalers for the past 20 years. B2C Jewels takes pride in offering hassle-free online shopping with all the benefits of a traditional retailer. Shoppers can find B2C Jewels online at http://www.b2cjewels.com/ - or visit their New York City diamond district office by-appointment.

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Oceanside Jewelers announces the opening of Oceanside Pawn Shops

Chad Elliott

OCEANSIDE, Calif., June 12, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Master jeweler Chad Elliott of Oceanside Jewelers has expanded their award winning jewelry design storefront to now include Oceanside Pawnshops. Having applied for and received a pawnbroker's license from the State of California to offer pawn loans in exchange for personal jewelry, Oceanside Jewelers is pleased to expand its services as a pawn loan specialist in the area of gold, jewelry, diamonds, fine watches, diamonds, and gemstones of all types.

With an onsite master jeweler and a GIA (Gemological Institute of America) certified gemologist, this new distinction in added service benefit is a perfect fit for Oceanside Jewelers and the city of Oceanside itself. Oceanside pawnshops has launched a new website in support of this endeavor. The web site - oceansidepawnshops.com - contains helpful information regarding pawn loans, the valuation process, as well as the terms and qualifications of collateral loans.

Ever wonder how a jeweler's pawn loan is transacted? All pawnshops offer collateral loans on valuable items, and interest rates on all loans are regulated by the State of California. When a customer does not repay or renew the loan by an agreed upon date, the pawnshop keeps the items. Pawn loans are popular because of the speed and efficiency of the process compared to a bank loan, and they also allow the customer to recover their pledged items as opposed to selling them. This gives Oceanside Jewelers a wider and more flexible range of options in jewelry services to offer its customers and the Oceanside community as a whole.

"We like to consider ourselves a true jewelry pawn shop," says Elliott. "Our staff of professional jewelers and gemologists is highly knowledgeable about fine jewelry, precious gems, diamonds, diamond rings and diamond wedding rings for women, as well as fine watches. This allows us to give the best possible assessment of your fine jewelry."

About Oceanside Jewelers:

Oceanside Jewelers is a family owned and operated business located in the heart of downtown Oceanside at 222 North Coast Highway. Oceanside Jewelers has been providing honest and professional jewelry services with a focus on personal customer service for over 20 years. Award winning master jeweler Chad Elliott has designed and manufactured jewelry for many of the top designer brands, and many of these are worn by Hollywood's elite.

Customer education plays an important part of Oceanside Jewelers' sense of business and community. In pursuit of this, Oceanside Jewelers web site contains a wide range of helpful articles on jewelry craftsmanship, custom designing with diamonds and precious gemstones, traditional handcrafted jewelry construction, cutting-edge jewelry technology, and precious metal grading and selection.

For more information, visit: http://oceanside-jewelers.com/ or http://oceansidepawnshops.com/ .

MEDIA CONTACT:
Chad Elliott
Oceanside Jewelers
760-722-4950
info@oceanside-jewelers.com

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Whiteflash Named 2014 BBB Winner of Distinction

COO Eliezer Eber

HOUSTON, Texas, May 12, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whiteflash Inc., top tier retailer of ideal diamonds and fine bridal jewelry, was honored this week by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellence in quality control, customer service and customer satisfaction. Named a 2014 Winner of Distinction among all the retail jewelers in the greater Houston area, Whiteflash has now received high honors from the BBB for nine years in a row and maintains an A+ rating.

BBB members are judged on several areas of performance including customer care, product quality, education, and innovation. Whiteflash received high marks for an outstanding record of customer satisfaction as reflected in the thousands of Whiteflash reviews found on the internet from customers all over the world. A CUT ABOVE(R) super ideal diamonds, available exclusively at Whiteflash, are considered among the finest diamonds in the world with proven light performance and exceptional beauty.

An overriding commitment to the customer experience has always been at the core of the Whiteflash philosophy and drives the company in the quality of its products as well as the information, education, expert guidance, and above all, customer care it provides.

Vera Wages has been head of Customer Service at Whiteflash for 11 years and puts it this way: "I personally love being part of the joy that our customers experience with our products. And it is very rewarding to help smooth out any rough spots for them to ensure a joyful resolution."

Whiteflash CEO Debi Wexler adds, "Our company core values really define how we go about serving our customers, our trading partners and our employees. As our mantra indicates, it's all about delivering a Brilliant Experience. We are certainly proud to have been recognized again this year by the BBB with another Award for Excellence."

Whiteflash continues to evolve and expand. In addition to the international reach of their robust e-commerce site, their Sugar Land showroom now serves a growing Houston area clientele and offers a full line of designer engagement rings by top brands including Tacori, Verragio, Simon G, Ritani, Mark Schneider, Vatche and Benchmark. The Whiteflash store was also recently awarded membership in the prestigious American Gem Society.

About Whiteflash:

Whiteflash is a top tier retail jeweler specializing in Ideal Diamonds, Designer Engagement Rings and Fine Bridal Jewelry. Their A CUT ABOVE(R) Super Ideal Diamonds are considered by trade experts and diamond connoisseurs to be among the finest in the world.

The award winning Whiteflash.com website, described by Kiplinger's Magazine as the "Lord of the Online Rings" enables shoppers the world over to view, compare and purchase top quality diamonds, engagement rings and fine jewelry in a convenient, secure and information rich environment.

Whiteflash is the first jewelry retailer in the world to attain ISO 9001 certification for total quality management and welcome visitors to their Houston jewelry showroom located in the upscale community of Sugar Land, Texas. Whiteflash is a proud member of the American Gem Society.

For more information, log onto http://www.whiteflash.com/ or call toll free 877-612-6770.

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* Photo Caption: COO Eliezer Eber and VP Bryan Boyne receive BBB award on behalf of Whiteflash.

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Whiteflash Becomes Simon G. Reseller

Houston Jewelry Showroom

HOUSTON, Texas, April 29, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whiteflash Inc., internationally acclaimed retailer of ideal diamonds and fine bridal jewelry, announced today that they have become an authorized reseller for top jewelry design company Simon G.

Well known for their A CUT ABOVE(R) Hearts and Arrows diamonds, Whiteflash now offers the full line of Simon G Engagement Rings and Simon G Wedding Rings, as well as the complete line of innovative and fashion forward Simon G jewelry creations.

Whiteflash maintains a Houston area showroom located in Sugar Land, Texas, approximately 15 minutes southwest of the famed Galleria shopping center. Customers will also be able to shop for Simon G designs on the state-of-the-art Whiteflash website, as well as place special orders for any model available from the designer.

Simon G is a leader in the field of fine jewelry design and was founded by Simon Ghanimian, a talented and energetic jewelry designer who emigrated from Beirut to Los Angeles 32 years ago to launch his jewelry business. Having developed a reputation for world-class design, outstanding quality, and excellent customer service, the Simon G brand has risen to the highest echelons in the competitive field of designer jewelry.

Bridal jewelry is at the heart of the Simon G line, with engagement rings and wedding bands that range from sleek and classic to dramatic and intricate. Metal choices include platinum and three colors of gold. White gold is alloyed with palladium in order to make it hypo-allergenic. In addition to the timeless allure of yellow gold, Simon G is making quite a name for themselves with their pink gold offerings which are trending up in a big way. For customization of catalogue designs as well as to accommodate customers looking for something entirely different, Simon G offers a custom design service available by special request.

Whiteflash is proud to welcome Simon G to its all-star lineup of top jewelry designers including Tacori, Verragio, Ritani, Vatche, Mark Schneider and Benchmark.

About Whiteflash:

Whiteflash is a member of the American Gem Society specializing in Ideal Diamonds, Designer Engagement Rings and Fine Bridal Jewelry. Their A CUT ABOVE(R) Super Ideal Diamonds are considered by trade experts and diamond connoisseurs to be among the finest in the world.

The award winning Whiteflash.com website, described by Kiplinger's Magazine as the "Lord of the Online Rings" enables shoppers the world over to view, compare and purchase top quality diamonds, engagement rings and fine jewelry in a convenient, secure and information rich environment.

Whiteflash is the first jewelry retailer in the world to attain ISO 9001 certification for total quality management and welcome visitors to their Houston jewelry showroom located in the upscale community of Sugar Land, Texas.

For more information, log onto http://www.whiteflash.com/ or call toll free 877-612-6770.

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Whiteflash Recertified for ISO 9000

luxury retail

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 13, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whiteflash Inc., international retailer of ideal diamonds and fine designer engagement rings, announced today that they have been recertified for ISO 9000 for the third consecutive year. International Standards Organization (ISO) certification requires documented and audited practices promoting top level quality control and continual improvement. Whiteflash is one of very few retail jewelers in the world to be certified for ISO 9000.

In addition to producing and selling products of very high dollar value, the diamond engagement rings that Whiteflash delivers are of utmost emotional importance to their customers. Quality control is therefore a critical element for success. A CUT ABOVE(R) super ideal diamonds, available exclusively at Whiteflash, attract customers from all over the world. The expectation of top quality naturally extends to the jewelry into which these extraordinary diamonds are set.

In the words of Whiteflash COO Eliezer Eber, "We cater to a clientele that includes the most knowledgeable diamond and jewelry buyers in the world. Adopting the principles of ISO 9000 in our business has been instrumental to our success. It provides us a roadmap for capturing efficiencies, building our team, and consistently delivering a brilliant experience to our customers and vendors alike."

Whiteflash CEO, Debi Wexler adds, "Through implementation of ISO 9000 we underscore our mission to provide exceptional service and quality to each and every customer with each and every touch. We understand that the success of our business is inextricably tied to customer satisfaction"

Having first achieved ISO certification in 2010, Whiteflash successfully passed annual surveillance audits in 2011 and 2012 thus maintaining certification for three consecutive years. The 2013 audit was the thorough re-certification review conducted every three years. Each year businesses are expected to demonstrate continued improvement of their systems and to document their successes. Measures of success include shortened processing and delivery times, reduction in non-conformities, and a higher customer satisfaction rate. Whiteflash seeks feedback from visitors directly through a customer survey available on their website and by requesting surveys from each customer at a point ten days after delivering an order.

About Whiteflash:

Whiteflash is a full scale jeweler specializing in Ideal Diamonds, Designer Engagement Rings and Fine Jewelry. Their A CUT ABOVE(R) Super Ideal Diamonds are considered by trade experts and diamond connoisseurs to be among the finest in the world.

The award winning Whiteflash.com website, described by Kiplinger's Magazine as the "Lord of the Online Rings" enables shoppers the world over to view, compare and purchase top quality diamonds, engagement rings and fine jewelry in a convenient and secure environment.

Whiteflash a member of the American Gem Society and winner of the Better Business Bureau's Pinnacle Award for 2012 as top retail jeweler in the greater Houston area. The Whiteflash retail store is located in Sugar Land, Texas, just a few miles southwest of Houston's famed Galleria Shopping center.

For more information, log onto http://www.whiteflash.com/ or call toll free 877-612-6770.

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