In this photo taken July 26, 2012, workers at an Alex and Ani factory assemble jewelry in Cranston, R.I. The company, founded by Carolyn Rafaelian in 2004, has expanded throughout the country and now sells internationally. The Cranston-based business was selected by the U.S. Olympic Committee to produce the charms for the 2012 London Games. It's the latest sign of success for the company. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)