Triple Membership

Your one dues payment entitles you to membership in the Wisconsin Jewelers Association, Jewelers of America, and the Wisconsin Merchants Federation (WMF).

Security First! Alerts

Through Security First!, WJA members are notified immediately through email if a crime or robbery is committed in their state when members call to report an incident that has occurred.

Scholarships

The WJA provides scholarships to members taking GIA courses and the Jewelers Bench course.

Design Competitions

The WJA sponsors one of the best jewelry design competitions. Jewelers vie for the famous "Gemmy Award" and the Best of Show piece goes on to New York for national judging.

Bankcard Program

WJA membership entitles you to take advantage of a reduces rate on all VISA and Master Card receipts regardless of volume or size of individual sale.  And it’s through your local bank.

TeleCheck

The new TeleCheck Electronic Acceptance (ECA), is designed to mirror the process currently used for credit cards. The ECA service converts paper checks into electronic items at the point of sale and automatically deposits these funds into your account. That means no returned checks or bank fees, no warranty claims, no hassles.

Membership Plaque

You will receive a WJA Membership plaque to display in your store.

Bulletin Service

You are kept current on all legislative and industry matters affecting your operations.

Legislative Vigilance

WJA's and WMF's full-time staff keeps in constant contact with your State Legislators in Madison and Congressional Delegation in Washington D.C., on all proposals affecting your bottom line.

Jewelers, Inc.

WJA membership entitles you to a free subscription to Jewelers, Inc. magazine.

Collection Services

The WJA makes available, through the Wisconsin Civil Recovery Council, an effective program of collecting bad checks.

Trade Shows

The WJA sponsors one of the most successful trade shows in the Midwest. Membership in WJA entitles you to pre-registration privileges at this and all JA shows.

Other Affiliations

A prime factor in the success of WJA and WMF has been the close working relationship with local associations and chamber of commerce. Through these local groups, WJA and WMF are able to maintain an accurate reading of the statewide business climate and then act accordingly.

Jewelers of America

As a member of JA you will receive their monthly newsletter, keeping you abreast of the latest jewelry trends. You will also receive all JA member benefits.