Gabriel & Co. Appoints New VP of Retail
The new executive, Elda Fistani, brings 20 years of experience to the role.

In her role, Fistani will focus on growing retail partnerships in the U.S., Canada, and internationally. She will be responsible for driving revenue growth strategies, overseeing sales, and leading efforts to optimize revenue streams.
Fistani will also work to expand the company’s retail footprint to include “top-tier retail chains and department stores both online and instore,” the company noted.
Gabriel & Co. said Fistani’s “exceptional ability to drive results and lead high-performing teams” makes her the right fit for the brand.
A strategist with 20 years of experience in omni-channel revenue growth in jewelry consumer goods, Fistani joins the New York City design house from WD Lab Grown Diamonds, where she served as chief revenue officer.
Prior to WD, Fistani was chief revenue officer of Brooks Brothers' jewelry division, Deconic, as well as chief operating officer at Nomination Italy, where she headed the brand’s global expansion.
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