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President’s Letters

As we celebrate the Jewish New Year, we traditionally look back on the events of the past year. We try to learn from them and to take action that will create a better outcome in the new year.   The past year has been especially challenging for the world diamond industry. There are a few … Read more

Interview with Michio Iwasaki, Chairman of Tokyo Diamond Exchange.

Michio Iwasaki

Q. What are your current titles/functions in the diamond industry, both private and organizational? As Chairman of the Tokyo Diamond Exchange, I am responsible for heading the organization. As a member of the WFDB, the Tokyo Diamond Exchange plays an important role in the diamond industry in Japan by maintaining transparency in the diamond trade … Read more

Interview with Dave Bonaparte, President and CEO of Jewelers of America (JA)

Dave Bonaparte

Q. What are your current titles/functions in the diamond and jewelry industry? I am the President and CEO of Jewelers of America (JA). Jewelers of America is a non-profit organization that provides its members with resources, representation and the recognition needed to be profitable in the evolving marketplace. I joined the association in 2012. I … Read more

Interview with Kalpesh Jhaveri, Newly inaugurated President of Diamond Club West Coast

Kalpesh Jhaveri

Q. What are your current titles/functions in the diamond industry, both private and organizational? Besides being President of Diamond Club West Coast, Inc. (DCWC), I am Past President of the Indian Diamond Colorstone Association (IDCA) USA, Inc. and a member of the Jewelry Industry Council, an esteemed group created by the Jewelers Mutual Group. I … Read more