World Federation Of Diamond Bourses

Interview with Iris Van Der Veken, Executive Director and Secretary General, Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030

Q. Tell us about the new Watch and Jewellery Initiative 2030. What do you hope to accomplish? How will you be operating? Who are the supporters/members? For the first time in the industry, the Watch and Jewellery Initiative 2030, founded by Kering and Cartier, aims at bringing together watch and jewellery brands across the globe … Read more

Interview with Ronnie Vanderlinden, President, International Diamond Manufacturers Association (IDMA)

Ronnie Vanderlinden

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

Interview with Elliot Krischer, President of the New York Diamond Dealers Club

Elliot-Krischer

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

Interview with Philippe Barsamian, President of the Federation of Belgian Diamond Bourses

Philippe Barsamian interview

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