Greater Grading
GCAL by Sarine has opened a new grading lab in Surat, India. A key benefit of the Sarine and GCAL merger, this move will help to merge Sarine’s AI-based grading technologies, customer base in the diamond midstream segment, and operational infrastructure in India with GCAL’s leading grading brand and quality and U.S. retail customer base. sarine.com
Improved IDEX
IDEX Online, a global leader in the B2B diamond industry, has updated their diamond trading platform to provide improved functionality and a more intuitive user experience, as well as adding a new and financing platform called “IDEX Financing.” idexonline.com
Top Tier Training
Natural Diamond Council’s online education program now offers a range of roleplay videos that simulate in-store client experiences centered around addressing the most frequently asked questions and commonly held misconceptions. naturaldiamonds.com
New Norville
Alfie Norville
There’s a new honor in the 2024 AGTA Spectrum Awards. The Alfie Norville Women in Excellence Award is sponsored by Allan Norville and the Norville family and will honor female designers in the Bridal Wear, Classical, Engagement Rings, Evening Wear, Business/Day Wear and Men’s Wear categories. agta.org
Fresh Fellowship
Tiffany & Co. has joined forces with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) to create a new jewelry design award and fellowship. The winner of the Tiffany & Co. x CFDA Jewelry Designer Award will receive $50,000 and a one-year paid fellowship on the legendary design house’s team. cfda.com, tiffanycareers.com
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