Appointment
Appointments to posts—such as leadership changes, new executive hires, board nominations, and key management shifts—are critical indicators of strategic direction, operational priorities, and business confidence in the UK jewellery sector. Whether it’s a new creative director at a design house, a CEO stepping in at a major retailer, or a sustainability lead joining a supply-chain group, these personnel moves influence brand vision, commercial policy, and trade relationships. Jewellery Focus tracks and reports on significant appointments across retail, manufacturing, design, education, and trade organisations—analysing the experience and impact of new hires and what their arrival signals for the future of the businesses they join. Our coverage helps industry professionals monitor talent movement, understand evolving leadership trends, and anticipate changes in strategy, partnerships and market positioning.
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Dec- 2025 -15 DecemberRetailers
Pandora appoints new chief executive
Pandora has announced the appointment of Berta de Pablos-Barbier as its chief executive, effective 1 January 2026, completing a leadership transition earlier than originally planned. Pablos-Barbier, currently chief marketing officer, would succeed Alexander Lacik as chief executive, with the change initially expected to conclude at the company’s annual general meeting…
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9 DecemberDesigners
Alexandria launches debut men’s high-end collection
Alexandria, a new London-based men’s high jewellery brand, has launched with a collection of 18k gold rings influenced by historic leaders including Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar and Genghis Khan. The company, founded by Ryan Bernell, aims to offer what it describes as a more distinctly masculine approach to fine…
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Nov- 2025 -19 NovemberTrade Organisations
RJC appoints Purvi Shah as executive director
The Responsible Jewellery Council has appointed Purvi Shah as its new executive director, with her tenure due to begin on 7 February 2026. Shah, who has more than 15 years’ experience in sustainability and responsible business practice across the jewellery sector, has played a central role in shaping Environmental, Social…
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3 NovemberDesigners
Sarah Jessica Parker joins Astrea London as creative director
Astrea London has announced the appointment of actor and entrepreneur Sarah Jessica Parker as global creative director and founding partner. The company, founded in 2023 by chief executive Nathalie Morrison, said Parker will help shape its creative direction and global brand strategy while promoting its social impact initiatives. Parker is…
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Oct- 2025 -6 OctoberRetailers
Blackburn jeweller marks 35 years with fifth-generation family firm
Managing director Phil Ainsworth is marking 35 years with Ainsworth Jewellers, the family business that has traded on Blackburn’s Darwen Street since 1870. The store, founded by Joseph Ainsworth more than 150 years ago, has remained under family ownership for five generations. Ainsworth, the founder’s great-great-grandson, joined the business in…
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3 OctoberManufacturers
The Betts Group appoints new head of bridal business development
The Betts Group has appointed David Fletcher as head of business development for its bridal division. Fletcher has more than 30 years’ experience in the jewellery trade and has previously held senior roles at the Royal Mint, Cooksongold and Engelhard. In his new role, Fletcher will focus on expanding the…
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Sep- 2025 -26 SeptemberRetailers
Taylor and Hart opens first high street showroom in Seven Dials
Jewellery company Taylor and Hart has opened its first high street showroom in London’s Seven Dials district. The store, at 69 Monmouth Street, marks a shift for the brand, which previously operated on an appointment-only basis behind closed doors. Customers will now be able to browse collections, try on pieces…
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9 SeptemberDesigners
Jewellery designer Caroline Creba to open Knowle showroom
Jewellery designer Caroline Creba is set to open a bespoke showroom on Knowle High Street later this month. The space, housed in a restored listed building, will operate initially on an appointment-only basis before opening to the public on 19 September. Clients will be able to commission custom-made pieces, including…
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Aug- 2025 -14 AugustRetailers
Claire’s appoints Interpath as administrators
Fashion jewellery and accessories brand Claire’s has appointed Will Wright and Chris Pole from Interpath as joint administrators to its UK, European services and European distribution businesses, effective 13 August 2025. With UK headquarters in Birmingham, the company operates 306 stores across the UK and Ireland, employing more than 2,150…
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12 AugustRetailers
Wolf unveils new Asia Pacific sales director
Wolf has announced the appointment of Francesco Musto as its new sales director for Asia Pacific. Musto brings a wealth of experience with over 13 years of experience in luxury retail and e-commerce within the APAC region, including more than six years in the watch and jewellery sector. Most recently,…
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