(PRESS RELEASE) BOSTON, MA — Hearts On Fire announces the promotion of Jacqueline Raffi to vice president, sales, North America. She will oversee the North American sales function for both the Hearts On Fire and Memoire brands.
Raffi, most recently, held the title of senior director, sales, North America and has been instrumental in driving growth throughout the independent network while positioning Hearts On Fire as the premiere diamond jewelry brand and Memoire for the best value in diamond essentials. As an industry veteran, and with 15+ years in the Hearts On Fire organization, she has delivered first-class customer service and support to the independent channel. She will continue to work directly with retail partners driving them to new heights, while adding focus to expanding the Hearts On Fire presence nationally.
“Hearts On Fire is truly set up for great success with Jackie at the helm. With her tremendous knowledge of our distribution channel, her dedication to the organization, and commitment to her team – she is an excellent sales leader”, says Rebecca Foerster, president, Hearts On Fire North America.
Additionally, Hearts On Fire announces the additions of three new Territory Managers – Allyson Noble, Kristina Fadely and Kris Malmberg.
Noble, most recently with Swarovski, will manage the West Coast territory and is based in California.
Fadely, with an extensive luxury background, joined us most recently from Officina Bernardi. She is based out of Florida and will manage the Southeast territory.
Malmberg, with a deep knowledge of Jewelry came from Frederick Goldman. He is based in Illinois and will be supporting the Midwest territory.
“Our main priority is supporting our retail partners and assisting them in driving their businesses forward. With the additions of Allyson, Kristina and Kris, we are expanding our current sales team to continue doing just that. This is only the beginning and I look forward to the success this team will accomplish together,” continues Foerster.