TLDR: Bethenny Frankel, founder of Skinnygirl, will deliver the keynote address at the Continental Buying Group’s 2025 Experience Show in Tampa, Florida, from September 8-10. The event will also feature significant discussions and education on artificial intelligence’s impact on the jewelry industry, alongside networking and buying opportunities for CBG members.
Entrepreneur and influencer Bethenny Frankel, widely recognized as the founder of the Skinnygirl lifestyle brand, is set to deliver the keynote address at the Continental Buying Group’s (CBG) 2025 Experience Show. The exclusive event for CBG members will take place from September 8 to 10, 2025, at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street in Tampa, Florida.
Frankel’s address will focus on her journey in building a successful brand and offer insights into how jewelers can adapt similar strategies to thrive in today’s competitive market. Her participation underscores the show’s commitment to providing actionable business strategies for its attendees.
A significant highlight of this year’s Tampa Experience Show will be its dedicated focus on artificial intelligence (AI). The agenda includes comprehensive education sessions on AI-driven business solutions, with leading tech innovators slated to explore how AI is revolutionizing various facets of the jewelry industry, including marketing, sourcing, and sales. These sessions aim to equip members with practical tools to enhance efficiency and stimulate new business growth. Matthew Tratner, President of CBG, emphasized this forward-looking approach, stating, “Our AI-driven content is just the beginning. We are building towards something truly…”
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Andie Weinman, founder of CBG, reiterated the organization’s mission, saying, “CBG continues to deliver events that combine exclusive buying, valuable education, and unmatched networking. This year’s Tampa Experience is designed to give our members actionable strategies and tools to succeed in a rapidly changing market.” Beyond AI, the show will also host industry panels addressing global changes, such as tariffs, and their implications for independent jewelers. The event promises a blend of educational content, networking opportunities, and exclusive buying sessions tailored to empower CBG members in a dynamic market landscape.
