The New York-based United States Kimberley Process Authority (USKPA), recently elected Jerry Ehrenwald, President & CEO of the International Gemological Institute (IGI) to its board.  

The not-for-profit trade association was  formed for the purpose of administering and controlling the usage of U.S. Kimberley Process certificates for the export of rough diamonds from the U.S., and is governed by its board.

Ehrenwald’s appointment comes in the wake of the resignation (reported earlier) of Mark Gershburg, Founder and CEO of the Gemological Science International – to devote time to his business pursuits -- whom he will replace.

“We look forward to working with Mr. Ehrenwald and the IGI staff to fulfill this meaningful mission for the U.S. rough diamond industry,” said Martin Hochbaum, executive director and member of the USKPA board.

Ehrenwald commented: “I am pleased to be appointed to the USKPA board and look forward to the opportunity to help enhance the KP Process as well as support the vital message that KP certification means to the diamond industry – from the mine to the ultimate consumer.”

It was also reported that from December 19, 2016, the USKPA will operate out of the IGI facilities in New York.