Appointments

RJC marks 15 years welcoming new members at 2020 AGM

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has marked its 15-year milestone strengthening consumer confidence for the global jewellery industry at its virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM). The world’s leading standard setting organisation for the entire jewellery and watch supply chain celebrated its 15-year anniversary by launching a new website, and publishing…

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The Goldsmiths Company appoints Richard Fox as prime warden

The Goldsmiths Company has announced the appointment of Richard Fox, managing director of Fox Silver, as prime warden. Fox is the 693rd prime warden of the Goldsmiths’ Company – a new prime warden is elected every year. He is the first prime warden in the Company’s history to take office…

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Merci Maman appoints new CEO

Merci Maman has announced the appointment of Jean-Michel Ledru as new CEO of the jewellery brand. Ledru has replaced the brand’s founder, Arnaud de Montille, in the role, while de Montille has now taken on the role of CFO.  Ledru is a “highly experienced” business leader who has experience in…

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Swarovski names first company-wide director

Swarovski has announced the appointment of Giovanna Battaglia Engelbert as the group’s first ever company-wide creative director. The role is the first of its kind in the jewellery giant’s 125-year history, and is “reflective of a restructuring” that has recently been seen across the group. The appointment closely follows news…

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De Beers announces new PR director 

De Beers Group has announced that Sally Morrison will join its consumer and brands division as the new director of PR for Natural Diamonds.  Morrison will now focus on media, trade and designer outreach for natural diamonds, with a particular focus on the US market.  Upon taking the role, she…

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WFDB announces new committee for Get Diamonds

The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has announced the new ownership committee of its subsidiary Get Diamonds. In a letter, Yoram Dvash, acting president of WFDB announced the appointment of 12 members of the committee, which include five representatives of major bourses, five diamond dealers from various countries and…

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Royal Asscher president resigns after 50 years

Royal Asscher Diamond Company has announced that Edward Asscher, the firm’s president and fifth generation of the company, has retired from his role.  He worked within the family company for exactly 50 years, and upon his departure, his children Lita and Mike Asscher will serve as co-presidents for the business.…

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Fuli Gemstones appoints new CMO

Fuli Gemstones announced it has appointed Pia Tonna as its new CMO. She will oversee the launch of Fuli Gemstones’ new peridot mine located in the Changbai Mountains in China. The mine is the world’s largest known, natural deposit of peridot. Tonna brings with her a “wealth of knowledge” from…

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The Incorporation of Goldsmiths appoints Ebba Goring as new director

Ebba Goring has been appointed as the new director of The Incorporation of Goldsmiths, one of Scotland’s most ancient institutions. Goring succeeded Mary Michel, who joined the business in 2002 and became director in 2012,  and will continue to promote ethical silversmithing. In her previous role as the Incorporation’s programmes…

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New ‘Jeweller in Residence’ for Birmingham museum

The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter has announced the appointment of Vanessa Miller as its second ever ‘Jeweller in Residence’. Miller will work for the museum over the next year, creating an exclusive collection as part of a project to promote local designers through a partnership with the Birmingham City…

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