U.S. Demand For Diamonds “Remarkably Strong,” Says De Beers CEO
De Beers’ recovery has been fueled by “remarkably strong” demand for diamonds in the United States, CEO Bruce Cleaver tells JCK. (more…)
Karina Brez Opens First Retail Location
The equestrian-inspired jewelry-maker Karina Brez has opened her first retail location, in Palm Beach, Fla. (more…)
Sell More by Using These Fun Facts With Clients
Fun facts are pieces of useful information that go beyond nickel knowledge. They are intended as edutainment—stimulating conversation that teaches...
Closing Out July With One Last Ravishing Ruby
My birthday month of July is a banner time to discuss rubies, and this year I’ve done just that, from uncovering some surprising facts about the...
Get Inspired By Reinhold Jewelers’ JCK Las Vegas Shopping List
If you’ve received the current issue of JCK magazine, definitely give my story "Shopping Smart" a read. It surveys several retailers and buyers...
Chris Croteau Joins Rare & Forever
Natural diamond brand Rare & Forever has hired Chris Croteau (pictured) as its vice president of marketing and sales.
Croteau recently served...
See Katherine Jetter’s Kaleidoscopic New Jewels On Nantucket
Greetings—once again—from Nantucket! Every summer I like to check in with Katherine Jetter, jewelry designer and owner of the the Vault on...
Brandee Dallow Is Joining SCS. Will Miners Follow?
Brandee Dallow (pictured), a highly regarded industry executive who has worked for the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), De Beers, and Rio Tinto,...
Israel Diamond Institute Elects New Chairman
The Israel Diamond Institute (IDI) has elected Arnon Juwal (pictured) as chairman for a three-year term. (more…)
WD Lab Grown Appoints Brooks Brothers, Timex Veterans
WD Lab Grown Diamonds has appointed Elda Fistani (pictured), formerly the chief revenue officer of Brooks Brothers' jewelry division, as the...
WFDB Starts Vaccine Drive For India
The World Federation of Diamond Bourses' (WFDB) Diamond Aid campaign, started in May to raise funds to help India in its battle with COVID-19, has...