Brandee Dallow to Take Helm at Colored-Gem Group

The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) has appointed Brandee Dallow as its CEO.

She will work with the board of directors and members to strengthen engagement, expand collaboration and advance the ICA’s role as the leading international voice for the colored-gemstone industry, it said last week.

Dallow’s experience includes mining, manufacturing, retail, responsible sourcing and association management. She has held senior roles at De Beers, Rio Tinto Diamonds, the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), and Grandview Klein Diamonds, where she was most recently chief communications and sustainability officer.

The new CEO also serves as president of Community for Ethical Jewelry, and is a past international president of both the Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) and the Women’s Jewelry Association Foundation.

“[Dallow] brings a thoughtful and collaborative leadership style, along with a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing our sector,” said Damien Cody, president of the ICA. “As ICA continues to evolve and serve a dynamic global industry, we are excited about the perspective, experience, and energy she will bring to our members and the association.”

Her appointment will take effect July 6.

Image: Brandee Dallow. (International Colored Gemstone Association)