JVA Registered Valuer® Conference for Jewellery and Watch Valuers 2025

The JVA conference delivers a combined programme of presentations by some of the world’s finest authorities interspersed with essential hands-on workshops, it is an educational experience and networking opportunity not to be missed! Whether you are just beginning your journey to becoming a Registered Valuer, have been valuing jewellery, watches or silverware for years, or engaged in or interested in any aspect of this wonderful world of jewellery and watches, the JVA conference has something for all abilities and all areas of the industry. 

The JVA is the only independent association for professional valuers providing the most current, up to date and relevant training for its members, students and those wishing to pursue this fascinating, yet challenging, profession. 

During the three-day conference, delegates will be able to attend presentations by leading industry experts, get hands-on experience in relevant and engaging workshops and network with presenters, colleagues and friends during breaks and evening meals.

The JVA Conference App enables delegates to personalise their conference experience by selecting their workshops from the wide range on offer, download the JVA Conference brochure, interact with fellow delegates and our Sponsors and much, much more.

Holywell Park, situated within Loughborough University, synonymous with the sharing of knowledge, learning and developing skills, complements the JVA perfectly:

• Academic - the essential building blocks for Continuing Professional Development
• Professional - the key attribute required of a JVA Registered Valuer®
• Personal - the unquestionable benefits facilitated by networking with industry colleagues

Leading industry speakers will be attending from the UK, Europe, Australia and the USA, all working together to deliver an engaging, dynamic and memorable Conference from which we will all benefit.

The JVA will be using Holywell Park for the duration of the weekend embracing all main presentations and workshops in addition to lunch and coffee breaks. Professional valuers, aspiring valuers, and students, together with associated industry professionals, will be able to tailor their Conference experience by selecting from a variety of main presentations and hands-on workshops, delivered by experienced and knowledgeable speakers.

We look forward to welcoming you back to Holywell Park in September for what is guaranteed to be another outstanding conference ...

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"Being able to rub shoulders with so many of your peers and like-minded people left me completely motivated. 

I genuinely believe becoming a member of the JVA is one of the best and most important decisions of my career. The JVA conference has only enhanced this decision."

Raymond Morath-Gibbs FGA DGA

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"When choosing where to spend my conference budget, I always look to the JVA conference knowing I will receive full value for my conference dollar, in fact, at the JVA conference, I receive a 150% value!

The brilliant speakers, the informative workshops, and the networking, more than contribute value and reconnecting with friends and adding new friends is just adding more value. Thank you JVA!"

Anita Beardwood FCGmA

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"A really friendly, super informative conference packed with interesting lectures and great workshops with a real chance to get our hands on some real jewels!

The opportunity of handling items from hundreds of years ago was not to be missed. A wonderful experience and I'm already looking forward to next year."

Barbara Kolator FGA DGA EG

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From Friday 12^th September until the conference draws to a close on Sunday 14^th September at 5.15pm, we have an exciting programme of talks and workshops lined up designed to suit all abilities.

Lunch and coffee breaks are great networking opportunities where you can be reunited with old friends, make new acquaintances, and build personal and professional relationships that will last a lifetime.

We will be dining in the Burleigh Court Restaurant on Friday and Saturday evenings, a time to relax and enjoy the company of your fellow delegates.

We are looking forward to welcoming a record attendance to the JVA Annual Conference 2025! 

To register your interest as a Sponsor, Exhibitor or Attendee at the JVA Annual Conference .. 12^th - 14^th September 2025, please email conference@thejva.org 

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