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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Feb- 2025 -14 FebruaryDesigners
Richemont announces board and executive committee changes
Richemont has announced a number of changes to its board of directors and senior executive committee (SEC). Catherine Rénier, CEO of Van Cleef and Arpels, Louis Ferla, CEO of Cartier, and Marie-Aude Stocker, chief people officer (CPO) of Richemont have been appointed to the SEC. Stocker, formerly director of people,…
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Jan- 2025 -15 JanuaryTrade Organisations
London Diamond Bourse launches Women’s Network
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has announced the launch of its new Women’s Network. The Women’s Network is an initiative aimed at empowering and supporting the women who shape the diamond and jewellery industry. The inaugural event ‘Coffee and Diamonds’ took place at the LDB in December, hosting the women…
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14 JanuaryManufacturers
HS Walsh and Sons awarded Royal Warrant
HS Walsh and Sons, a supplier of horological tools and equipment, has been awarded a Royal Warrant. The business was first granted a Royal Warrant from Queen Elizabeth II in 2016 which was renewed in 2021. With the ascendance of King Charles III the company sought to obtain his appointment…
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Dec- 2024 -10 DecemberFeatures
Welcome to the future of hallmarking
Complete In-House Services Enhanced By State-Of-The-Art Laser Technology Discover By Appointment’s Heathrow Assay Office, created in partnership with the prestigious Edinburgh Assay Office and Ferrari Express Ltd, making your hallmarking experience effortless. Our unique in-house service means you can avoid unnecessary travel, saving time and simplifying the entire process. From…
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4 DecemberTrade Organisations
NAJ appoints new vice chair
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced the appointment of Mehdi Saadian, director of the GIA London campus, as the new vice chair of the NAJ. Saadian is an active member of the Institute of Registered Valuers (IRV) and the Academy of Experts. He has played a significant role…
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Sep- 2024 -30 SeptemberRetailers
Ksenia Mirella Jewellery appoints new CEO
Ksenia Mirella, founder of the eponymous jewellery brand in the UK, has appointed Peter Ungar as chief executive officer. Ungar joins Ksenia Mirella from Messika where he worked as a brand manager. He is also the owner of Peter Ungar Jewellery in Marlow. Ungar’s appointment follows Ksenia Mirella’s partnership with…
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9 SeptemberRetailers
Wolf expands Wisa Lux partnership
Wolf has announced that it has extended its partnership with Wis Lux, the company’s representatives in Central Eastern Europe. As well as handling Wolf customers in Central Eastern Europe Wisa Lux will now handle Wolf customers in Austria. Wisa Lux was established in 2010 focusing on customers in Central and…
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Aug- 2024 -21 AugustRetailers
Fabergé launches new Beetlejuice Beetlejuice collection
Fabergé has collaborated with Warner Bros to launch the Fabergé x Beetlejuice Beetlejuice fine jewellery collection. The new collection pays homage to Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the sequel film to Tim Burton’s award-winning film Beetlejuice. Burton has collaborated closely with world-renowned Oscar-winning costume designer Colleen Atwood (Alice in Wonderland, Sweeney Todd: The…
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7 AugustRetailers
Wolf announces new sales manager
Wolf has announced the appointment of Oliver Archer as its new sales manager for the South of England, Wales and Republic of Ireland. Archer joins Wolf with over a decade of experience in the watch and jewellery industry. He brings a wealth of knowledge gained from roles in luxury retail,…
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5 AugustRetailers
Wolf appoints new sales manager
Wolf has announced the appointment of Neil Cooksley as its new sales manager for the north of England, Northern Ireland and Scotland. Cooksley has worked within the watch and jewellery industry for almost 25 years having started his career at a high street jeweller. Following that, he then moved to…
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