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NCDIA Executive Director Gino Di Geso steps down
After nearly a decade with the association, Di Geso will transition out of his role as executive director of the Natural Color Diamond Association at the end of the month.
New York--After nearly a decade with the association, Gino Di Geso will transition out of his role as executive director of the Natural Color Diamond Association at the end of the month.
Di Geso, who has been with the NCDIA since February 2006, has accepted the role of director of marketing at L.J. West Diamonds.
The board has begun looking for a new executive director. Interested parties can send their resume and cover letter to info@ncdia.com to the attention of Jordan Fine, NCDIA president.
“It has been an absolute pleasure being part of the NCDIA team over the last eight years,” Di Geso said. “Words cannot express my gratitude for all of the support and professional advice that was given to me by all the members, affiliates and sponsors. I look forward to NCDIA’s continued growth in years to come and fully support its educational and membership initiatives.”
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