Stuller's founder and chair Matt Stuller gives an inspiring welcome address last year during the opening of Stuller’s Bridge Conference.

Photo courtesy Stuller, Inc.

Louisiana-based Stuller, Inc. has announced its 2012 Bridge Conference schedule, with eight events planned to help boost retailer profitability.

"Over the last year, we've introduced more than 500 retailers from 300 stores to what's available to them from Stuller and the industry," said company president and chief executive officer (CEO) Jay Jackson. "Pleased with that success, we invite many more of our customers to experience some of Lafayette's Cajun culture and take away innovative ideas from our Bridge events in 2012."

The sessions are focused on implementing strategies to improve operations for traditional jewellery stores via educational seminars and group discussions.

Registration is open online at www.Stuller.com/Bridge for the following dates:
• April 16 to 18
• May 21 to 23
• June 18 to 20
• July 9 to 11
• July 22 to 24
• Aug 20 to 22
• Sept 24 to 26
• Oct 15 to 17

In other Stuller news, the company says it is giving away an all-expense paid trip to its annual Bench Jeweler Workshop at its headquarters in Lafayette from March 25 to 27.

To enter to win, 'like' Stuller's Facebook page by Feb. 29 and fill in the registration form. The prize—valued at $1000 US—covers airfare, lodging, and registration fees.

"Connecting with our customers through social media provides us another opportunity to learn their needs and cater to them more personally," said Ashley Brown, executive director of marketing services and public relations. "Our social media avenues offer a variety of benefits for customers, including fun promotions, tips from Stuller experts, sneak-peek product reviews, and much more."