He retired last month after 28 years traveling the world to source the very best gemstones for his family’s jewelry business, Oscar Heyman.
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The organization elected its youngest vice president as it looks to draw in fresh talent.
As demand for custom jewelry grows, the company is expanding its services to support retailers.
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The insurance company’s previous president and CEO, Scott Murphy, has split his role and will continue as CEO.

The addition of Yoakum, who will lead Kay and Peoples, was one of three executive appointments Signet announced Thursday.

She’ll lead an executive committee consisting of President-Elect Bryan Moeller, Mitchell Clark, Bill Farmer, and Larry Rickert.

Jewelers of America is leading the charge to protect the industry amidst rising economic threats.

The retailer will refer its customers to WonderCare, founded by venture capitalist and watch collector Kevin O’Leary.


The Texas-based jewelry retailer has set up shop in Tennessee and Arizona.

In addition to improved capabilities, the acquisition will allow the jeweler to offer support to other independent jewelers.

As a leading global jewelry supplier, Rio Grande is rapidly expanding and developing new solutions to meet the needs of jewelers worldwide.

The seasonal store, located in Mykonos, Greece, offers exclusive events, personal styling, and curated experiences.

Longtime LVMH executive Michael Burke has stepped into the role.

Vickie Rokkos has joined the jewelry company as its new national sales director of North America.

The 2025 Australian Open champion is the jewelry brand’s first athlete ambassador.

The West Village jewelry boutique’s new shop-in-shop is the cornerstone of Nordstrom’s revamped jewelry hall.

Located on Rodeo Drive, the store’s design was inspired by Hollywood and Los Angeles culture.

The new location continues the brand’s celebration of its 25th anniversary.

The jewelry company has closed its three California brick-and-mortar stores, as well as its online shop, for now.

The jewelry store chain has reportedly been struggling with costs related to tariffs as well as tough retail competition.

Rocksbox President Allison Vigil shared the retailer’s expansion plans, and her thoughts on opening stores in malls.

The “XO Tacori” collection was designed to blend luxury and accessible pricing.

Gizzi, who has been in the industry since 2001, is now Jewelers of America’s senior vice president of corporate affairs.

Luca de Meo, a 30-year veteran of the auto industry, will succeed longtime CEO François-Henri Pinault.

The former De Beers executive is the jewelry house’s new director of high jewelry for the Americas.

The New York Liberty forward is the first athlete to represent the Brooklyn-based jewelry brand.

The Danish jewelry giant hosted its grand opening last weekend, complete with a Pandora pink roulette wheel.

As Loudr’s new account manager, Johansen will partner with clients to craft and execute marketing strategies.

The diamond wholesaler is working with the insurance provider to seamlessly offer personal jewelry insurance to RDI retailers’ clients.

Two existing executives have been given new roles.
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