An impressive roster of international jewellery designers is leading the JNA Conference: “From Inspiration to Innovation – The Designer's Journey of Creativity” to be held on the sidelines of the September Fair.

The JNA Conference is scheduled for September 19 from 3pm to 5pm at Rooms S426 and S427 of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The panel discussion, organised by JNA, will explore the inspired workings of the creative mind to foster artistry, profitability and best practices in the jewellery design community.

After the panel discussion, there will be a designer networking session headlined by event sponsor KGK Group. Trade show participants are encouraged to register.

Speakers include celebrated jewellery designers and business leaders.

KGK Group Vice Chairman Sanjay Kothari has driven the century-old group's growth and expansion into new markets. Over the last 30 years, he spearheaded the group's evolution into a multinational jewellery conglomerate. Under his inspired leadership, KGK Group's business now spans from mines to retail brands with over 12,000 employees around the world.

Italy-based Alessio Boschi, founder and designer of Alessio Boschi Jewels, has over 20 years of experience in jewellery design. Following several industry collaborations globally and producing luxury jewellery sets in whimsical designs, he launched the Alessio Boschi brand in 2010.

Award-winning designer Fei Liu founded his internationally acclaimed eponymous brand, Fei Liu Fine Jewellery, in 2006. His bespoke masterpieces have won the admiration of clients around the world.

Mana Matsuzaki of Tokyo has a love affair with fashion and the arts. She uses this passion for artistry to create original contemporary fine jewellery designs, which have won many accolades in Japan.

Sarah Zhuang started designing bespoke pieces in 2013. Four years later, she launched her brand, Sarah Zhuang Jewellery, which combines aesthetics and functionality in contemporary and vibrantly versatile bejewelled collections.