Trade Organisations

Dona Dirlam retires as director of GIA’s Library and Information Center

Dona Dirlam, director of GIA’s library and information center, retired August 25 after 38 years of service to the GIA (Gemological Institute of America). She was largely responsible for establishing and expanding the Richard T. Liddicoat Gemological Library and Information Center, now the world’s leading resource center for gems, gemology…

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RJC to give sustainability talk at IJL

Returning to International Jewellery London (IJL) this year, the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced that it will be hosting a brand new free workshop at the event. The workshop, etitled ‘Talking Sustainability: How to turn your CSR actions into effective stories’, will be hosted in the IJL Academy and…

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GVUK strengthens customer service team

GVUK Design, the UK-based distributor for 3D printers company EnvisionTEC GmbH, has strengthened its team with new engineering talent and an investment in its infrastructure to build up its customer service. Specialising in the jewellery and model making industry GVUK services clients across the UK from its headquarters in Harpenden,…

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Birmingham jewellery professor made a Freeman of London

The head of Birmingham City University’s School of Jewellery has been recognised for his services to education and made a Freeman of the Goldsmiths’ Company. Professor Stephen Bottomley will officially be honoured at an event at the London Guildhall later this year, after a selection committee at the Goldsmiths’ Company…

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RJC invites input to review Chain of Custody standard

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) is reviewing its Chain of Custody (CoC) standard and is inviting input from the jewellery industry on the revised proposed changes. The CoC standard provides an assured approach for companies to source, segregate and transfer precious metals, thus creating a traceable ‘chain’ through every stage…

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Sam Willoughby steps down from IJL

International Jewellery London (IJL) event director, Sam Willoughby will step down in October, after eight years at the helm and more than 13 years working for Reed Exhibitions. Willoughby and her team have developed many unique features at IJL, including the VIP Diamond Club programme and an 365-day strategy across…

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TH March COO to take part in 650 mile Rolex Race

Andrew Alcock, chief operating officer at jewellery trade specialist insurance brokers TH March, will be setting sail later this week in the 2017 Rolex Fastnet Race as part of a six-man crew on the Grand Soleil 50, Class 2 yacht, ‘Emma Claire’. The 605-nautical mile race starts on Sunday 6…

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GIA offers over $2m in scholarships for 2018

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will begin accepting scholarship applications on 1 August for its 2018 Gemology and Jewelry Manufacturing Arts programs, courses and lab classes. GIA scholarships, which total over $2m (£1.52m) for 2018, align with the Institute’s goals of providing quality education in gemology and jewellery to…

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CMJ’s CEO Willie Hamilton steps down

Willie Hamilton, CEO of Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ), has announced his departure from the role after 10 years. The CMJ is a buying group for independent retailers of watches and jewellery in the UK and Ireland and currently has over 150 members. Michael Aldridge, chairman of CMJ, said: “Willie…

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VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show partners with DGJG

VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show, has announced a partnership with Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group (DGJG), a non-profit trade association. DGJG has more than 700 members and represents companies accounting for almost 80% of the regional jewellery trade. The partnership evolves DGJG’s previous support of VICENZAORO Dubai and Dubai International…

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