Bengaluru: Following the success of four editions in the past, Platinum Guild International – India successfully culminated its fifth edition of ‘Platinum Buyer-Seller Meet’ (BSM) on 14^th & 15^th July in Bangalore. Organized exclusively as a by-invitation-only meet for select authorised platinum jewellery manufacturers & retail partners under the PGI programme, the meet showcased the true potential of platinum and provided opportunities to broaden and deepen their platinum business.

The event’s fifth edition witnessed participation from 9+ manufacturers and 65+ retailers. The manufacturers showcased some of the most unique pieces including a curated collection of bestsellers from core categories like Platinum Love Bands, Platinum Evara and Men’s platinum jewellery. The event was attended by PGI’s key strategic partners including Tanishq, Kalyan Jewellers, Malabar Gold and Diamonds, GRT Jewellers, Senco Gold & Diamonds, Orra Fine Jewellery Pvt Ltd, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers, Ratnalaya Jewellers, Bhima Jewellers to name a few.

The event was buzzing with positivity and immense networking opportunities for all the participating retailers to see a wide range of products and designs to be considered for their purchase and replenishment for the upcoming festive season. Appointments were set for retailers across both days to meet manufacturers and capitalize on the optimal business opportunity. Day 1 of the event concluded with the felicitation of winners of the Platinum Season of Love retail activation. The awards night started with a welcome note by Vaishali Banerjee and an evening with a moving tribute to Rajesh Rajendran where the retailers shared their heartfelt and warm memories of working with him. The awards event itself was motivating and energising.

Sharing her views on the astounding success of the event, Vaishali Banerjee, Managing Director – PGI, India stated, “As the Platinum Buyer-Seller Meet made an incredible comeback after two years, it reflected high energy, positivity and excitement amongst the manufacturers and participating retailers. The manufacturers showcased unique platinum designs including bestsellers from the curated collection, while the retailers placed new orders and replenished their stock. Overall, the event created phenomenal business opportunities for both the manufacturers and retailers to offer a wide variety of designs for platinum jewellery for the upcoming festive season.”