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The Jewelry District, Episode 88: VicenzaOro Recap, Sarine Acquiring GCAL & Noncompetes
Join JCK editor-in-chief Victoria Gomelsky and news director Rob Bates for a roundup of buzzworthy industry updates.
Greenland Ruby Appoints New CEO
Greenland Ruby has named geologist Arnt-Eirik Rørnes (pictured) its new CEO. He takes over from Magnus Kibsgaard.
De Beers Institute of Diamonds Expands to Education
Experience Is The Best Teacher Whatever the topic or area of study, it is no secret that experience is the best way to learn.
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Preview of the Jewels in Christie’s André Leon Talley Auction
There aren’t many like André Leon Talley. The former creative director of Vogue (and the first African American male one at the publication), the late journalist and stylist (who died in 2022) paved the way for many to break through the notoriously exclusive fashion industry’s margins.
Instagram to Refocus on Photos, Says CEO Adam Mosseri
Remember last year, when everyone was all ticked off at Instagram for shifting its focus to video, and they all wanted to just “Make Instagram Instagram again“? The mad dash to adopt Reels happened, and everyone started wondering what the best way to use it for their business was because Reels were reportedly getting more…
The RealReal Names New CEO
The RealReal, which calls itself the “world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods,” has appointed John E. Koryl its new CEO. He will also join the company’s board. Koryl replaces founder and CEO Julie Wainwright, who resigned in June. The site’s current interim co-CEOs, Rati Sahi Levesque and Robert Julian, will remain with the…
5 Essential Laboratory-Grown Diamond Truths
Rapidly evolving customer expectations and tight economic times have kept jewelers on their toes, but the new year offers a valuable opportunity to pause and reassess the business.
18th Annual HRD Design Awards Takes Flight With Dramatic Creations
With the expressive and open possibilities from its theme of peace, the 18th HRD Design Awards found a cache of fresh designers that wowed the judges in one of the largest number of contestants for the annual competition. HRD Antwerp had more than 1,500 participants who entered more than 1,600 designs in its global competition.…
Jewelers For Children, JA, Edge Announce New Honorees
Several jewelry groups have announced new honorees for their annual awards. Jewelers for Children (JFC) will honor Brian Duffy, CEO of Watches of Switzerland, as well as Jack and Dominick Gabriel, the owners of Gabriel & Co., at its annual Facets of Hope dinner during the JCK show in Las Vegas. The dinner, which will…