World Federation Of Diamond Bourses

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

Interview with GIA Executives Tom Moses, EVP & Chief Laboratory and Research Officer and Pritesh Patel, SVP and COO

GIA

Q. The diamond industry is increasing relying on technology in all areas, especially in its interface with consumers. In what areas is GIA employing new technologies now and what’s the future direction?  Tom MosesSince its founding more than 90 years ago, GIA has been at the forefront of applying research, technology and advanced instrumentation in … Read more

Interview with KP Chair and Zimbabwe Minister of Mines, H.E. Winston Chitando

H.E. Winston Chitando

Q. The potential production of Zimbabwe’s diamond mines is enormous. What are the government’s goals for the sector? Zimbabwe is targeting 7 million carats in 2023 and the sector is set to continue growing based on the exploration activities currently underway. The government has set a USD 1 Billion target for the diamond sector by … Read more

Interview with Reuben Khafi, President of Diamond Exchange of Singapore

Reuben Khafi

Q. What are your current titles/functions in the diamond industry, both private and organizational? I’m the Managing Director of Afghan Malaya Trading Company. We have 2 brands, Amtc and Freya under its wings. Besides that, I am the President of the Diamond Exchange of Singapore. Q. Tell us about your journey in the diamond industry, how you … Read more