Q. What are your current titles/functions in the diamond industry? I’m the CEO of the Natural Diamond Council (NDC). The NDC (formerly the Diamond Producers Association) is the global industry body responsible for inspiring consumers and sharing the values of the natural diamond industry. Q. Tell us about your professional journey, how you came to … Read more
Q. What are your current titles/functions in the diamond industry, both private and organizational? My current positions within the diamond industry are:President: International Diamond Manufacturers Association (IDMA)Treasurer: World Diamond Council (WDC)Past President and Board Member: 24 Karat Club of the City of New YorkImmediate Past President and Board Member: Diamond Manufacturers and Importers Association of … Read more
Q. What are your current titles/functions in the diamond industry, both private and organizational? I am partners, with my brother, in Esskay Gems. In addition, for many years I have served in various roles on the board of the NY Diamond Dealers Club, and am currently the President of the Organization. Q. Tell us about … Read more
Q. What are your current titles/functions in the diamond industry, both private and organizational?q My name is Philippe Barsamian. I am the former managing director of Barsamian Diamonds in Antwerp (Belgium), for whom I work at present as a consultant. I am Vice President of the Diamantclub van Antwerpen, one of the 4 Belgian diamond … Read more
Q. Feriel Zerouki, tell us about your journey in the diamond industry, how you began and where you are now. My journey in the diamond industry started 17 years ago as an analyst in De Beers and looking back I have had a wonderful journey. I fell in love with the product and the people … Read more
Q. What are your current titles/functions in the diamond industry, both private and organizational? I’m the President and one of the founders of the Shanghai Diamond Exchange (SDE), which, authorized by the Chinese Central Government, is the only official platform for the import and export of diamonds in China. I’m also the Vice Chairman of … Read more
Interview with Stuart Samuels, President of the Diamond Manufacturers and Importers Association of America (DMIA), New York Q. Who are you, Stuart Samuels? First of all, thank you for the opportunity to contribute to the WFDB newsletter. Naturally, I am available to your members at any time. I am a happily married, not as young … Read more
