New York City— The 24 Karat Club of New York revealed its newly elected officers and directors during its annual meeting, as announced on Wednesday.
Jeffrey Cohen, serving as the President of Citizen Watch America, has been elected as the Chairperson for a three-year term, succeeding Robert Kempler.
Expressing his enthusiasm, Cohen remarked, “It is my esteemed pleasure to chair the 24 Karat Club of the City of New York. I am proud to lead this organization and its distinguished members.”
Nathalie Diamantis, the President and CEO of Pomellato Americas, and Steven Lagos, the Founder of Lagos, secured one-year terms as the club’s President and Vice President, respectively.
The position of Treasurer was retained by Jeffrey Bergman, Vice President of Accounting and Finance at Gold Star Jewellery, while John Kennedy, President of the Jewelers’ Security Alliance, continues as Secretary.
The board welcomed three new members: Eric Zuckerman, CEO and owner of Pac Team Group; Stacie Orloff, Vice President of Wholesale in North America for Georg Jensen; and Glenn Markman, Founder of Fire Polish Diamonds.
Continuing in their roles as directors are Ann Arnold, Chief Strategy Officer of Buyers Intelligence Group; Sarin Bachmann, Group Vice President of RX Jewelry Group; Edward DeCristofaro, President of LDC Inc.; Yogesh Madhvani, CEO of SimplexDiam Inc.; and former De Beers Group executive Charles Stanley.
Cohen affirmed, “This incredible leadership team, along with our eminent members, will continue to shepherd collaboration, conversation, and relationships that benefit the jewelry industry, facilitate growth, and advance the industry’s interests.”
The 24 Karat Club of New York is set to host its annual banquet on March 9 at Cipriani South Street.
