Trade Organisations
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Jul- 2024 -22 July
The NAJ co-opts two new members to its national committee
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced the co-option of Kerry Saunders, operations director at Domino Jewellery, and Neil Ventura, CEO of Ventura Fine Jewellery, to its national committee board. Saunders comes with over 25 years of extensive experience in manufacturing, and throughout her career, she has honed her…
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Jun- 2024 -20 June
BATF and NAJ unveil executive appointments following AGMs
The British Allied Trades Federation (BATF) and the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) have appointed a new CEO, president, chair, board directors and National Committee members across both organisations. During their annual general meetings which took place on 6 June 2024, at the Tower of London, professionals representing all the…
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19 June
Goldsmiths’ Centre announces business catalyst grant recipients
The Goldsmiths’ Centre has announced the five emerging jewellery and silversmithing businesses which have received the first round of business catalyst (small) grants in 2024. The five businesses which will receive £1000 each are; Scarlett Cohen French, Ozlem Gunes, Megan Brown, Emma Wilson and Alice Fry. The recipients were chosen…
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10 June
The NAJ makes two new appointments to its team
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has appointed Paul Smith as its new membership manager and Matthew Hamilton as commercial manager. In his new role Smith will help drive member journeys and continue to “refine” the benefits and services available to the membership. Smith previously worked as the commercial manager…
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May- 2024 -28 May
London Diamond Bourse announces new council of management
The London Diamond Bourse has welcomed two new members to the Council of Management and bid farewell to three members of the Executive Committee. After serving multiple terms as president, Alan Cohen has stepped down, passing the leadership to David Troostwyk, who has been co-president alongside him for six months.…
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24 May
Gem-A CEO steps down
The board and trustees of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced that Alan Hart has decided to step down as chief executive officer. The board of directors has unanimously accepted Hart’s resignation after eight years of leadership. It has also assured students and members of Gem-A that…
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21 May
BAJ launches pearl threading and hanging course
The British Association of Jewellers (BAJ) has announced that it is launching a new pearl threading and hanging short course this June. During this one-day course, students will learn about the theory of pearls, gaining insight into the various types, their characteristics, and how to select the perfect pearls for…
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10 May
Over 7,900 coins pass Trial of the Pyx
The King’s Remembrancer, senior master cook of the Kings’ Bench Division of the High Court, has pronounced a positive verdict on the 7,960 coins submitted by The Royal Mint at the Trial of the Pyx. Among the submissions were the series of eight new definitive coins, displaying designs of the…
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7 May
London Diamond Bourse secures 10 year Hatton Garden renewal
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has announced the successful renewal of its lease for its Hatton Garden location for the next 10 years. The decision ensures the stability and continuity of operations for its members but also aligns seamlessly with the organisation’s future visions. The Hatton Garden area has been…
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Apr- 2024 -23 April
The NAJ launches Codes of Practice for whole UK industry
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced that its Codes of Practice are now available to all jewellery businesses in the UK, irrespective of whether they are a member of the association or not. In 2022, the NAJ launched its strategy centred around compliance, profitability, and responsibility. This strategy…
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