{"id":31929,"date":"2025-06-05T15:51:59","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T10:21:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gjepc.org\/solitaire\/?p=31929"},"modified":"2025-06-05T15:51:59","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T10:21:59","slug":"rjc-elects-new-board-members-for-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gjepc.org\/solitaire\/rjc-elects-new-board-members-for-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"RJC Elects New Board Members for 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced its newly elected Board of Directors for 2025, consisting of a broad and diverse representation across the value chain, with individuals bringing deep expertise from mining to retail.<\/p>\n<p>Dave Meleski, Chairman, RJC, said, \u201cWe are thrilled to welcome our new and returning Board members. Their collective experience across the entire jewellery and watch value chain will be invaluable as we continue to drive positive change and uphold the highest standards of integrity and sustainability within our industry.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Among those elected are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Purvi Shah (De Beers Group) \u2013 re-elected, Diamond, Gold, Gemstones and\/or Platinum-Group Metals Producer Forum<\/li>\n<li>Antonio Samaniego (Minera Chalhuane) \u2013 elected, Diamond, Gold, Gemstones and\/or Platinum-Group Metals Producer Forum<\/li>\n<li>Aagam Sanghavi (Accur8 Diamonds) \u2013 elected, Diamond &amp; Gemstone Trader\/Cutter\/Polisher Forum<\/li>\n<li>Alice Vanni (Italpreziosi) \u2013 elected, Precious Metals Traders\/Refiners\/Hedgers Forum<\/li>\n<li>Leo Daguet (LVMH) \u2013 elected, Jewellery and Watch Manufacturer\/Wholesaler Forum<\/li>\n<li>Marianne Zani (Chanel) \u2013 elected, Jewellery &amp; Watch Retailer Forum<\/li>\n<li>Didier Backaert (Bonas) \u2013 elected, Service Industries Forum<\/li>\n<li>Gaetano Cavalieri (CIBJO) \u2013 re-elected, Trade Association Forum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>John Hall, Interim Executive Director, RJC, added, \u201cTheir insights and leadership will be crucial as we navigate the evolving landscape of sustainability and ethical practices.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced its newly elected Board of Directors for 2025, consisting of a broad and diverse representation across the value chain, with individuals bringing deep expertise from mining to retail. 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