My Next Question Webinar

What Jewelers Need to Know About Russian Goods

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TUESDAY, APR 19, 2022 2:00 PM (EASTERN)

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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has left jewelers grappling with legal, ethical, and moral considerations when it comes to diamonds and gold from Russia. Associate Editor Lenore Fedow will sit down with Jewelers of America President David Bonaparte and Jewelers Vigilance Committee President, CEO and General Counsel Tiffany Stevens to discuss how to navigate this crisis. Tune in to this must-see session.
Webinar Guests
Lenore Fedow Senior Editor, News, National Jeweler
Lenore is the senior editor, news at National Jeweler, covering the retail beat and the business side of jewelry.
David Bonaparte President & CEO, Jewelers of America
David J. Bonaparte has been head of JA since 2013, working to further the association’s mission to improve consumer confidence in jewelry.
Tiffany Stevens CEO, President & General Counsel, Jewelers Vigilance Committee
Tiffany Stevens is the president, CEO and general counsel of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee.

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