Rocha, who started his career at MJSA and was senior vice president of Jewelers of America, is stepping down after 20 years.
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The Gemological Institute of America is letting go of 151 people, 100 of whom work in the lab in some capacity.
Stanley retired earlier this year from his position as president of De Beers Brands in North America.
The retailer has a new chief revenue officer and vice presidents of luxury sales, merchandise, and marketing and e-commerce.
For the past decade, the companies have been working together to create an industry-specific platform for jewelry retailers.
Elana Zajdman joins the organization after more than a decade as an editor for various print and digital fashion magazines.
Chief Commercial Officer Roeya Vaughan has been promoted to CEO, replacing Paul Tacorian, who will serve as board chairman.
The jewelry trade show happened Aug. 13-15 in Rosemont, Illinois.
She previously was executive director of the Women’s Jewelry Association.
The move comes after news surfaced that the Karowe mine’s underground expansion will take longer and cost more than expected.
The new leaders will work in strategy and marketing divisions.
Geoff Hess, an avid collector and active member of the watch community, will take on the role.
The store is hosting a going-out-of-business sale starting this week.
Luxury executive Jeni Campagna will take on the role.
Tehmasp Printer will take over as global CEO of the lab, which is now owned by a private equity firm.
It presents an iconic design in a fresh silhouette.
Jan-Patrick Schmitz will take on the role following former CEO Frédéric Levy’s departure after less than a year.
Amanda Willinger, the former chief digital officer, has been promoted to the role.
Russell Kelly will head to the West Coast to join the family-owned, California-based jeweler.
The company owns brands like Neil Lane and Barneys New York.
Stephen Wetherall, who has been with the company for nearly a decade, will exit at the end of July.
The jewelry manufacturer promoted four employees to their new roles.
The association also announced it will present at the CIBJO Congress this fall.
S. Howell Studio took home the prize in the supplier’s 18th annual contest.