Suzanne Watkin

Suzanne is a News Writer at Rapaport. She reports on the diamond and jewelry industry, mining, manufacturing, retail and auctions.

Lab-Grown Market Buoys IGI  

Full-year revenue up 17% for 2024.

GIA Awards Prize for Excellence in Jewelry Design 

Eleanor Yeh receives Gianmaria Buccellati Foundation honor for sketch featuring goldwork, pearls and vibrant gems.

Pandora Appoints New General Manager for British Isles 

Nicole Clayton will take over on April 1.

Michael Hill Names Andrew Lowe as Interim CEO

Appointment follows unexpected death of former chief Daniel Bracken.

JA Unveils Strategic Plan Aimed at Strengthening Industry Impact 

Project focuses on market trends, member priorities and emerging challenges.

Independent Jewelers Organization President Becomes Group’s Owner 

Stephen Barnes, who succeeds Jeff Roberts, has been with IJO for more than 25 years.

Hong Kong Luxury Sales Slip in January 

Revenue from jewelry, watches, clocks and valuable gifts down 18% year on year for the month.

Weak Diamond Market Triggers $94.7M Loss for Burgundy 

Decrease is result of impairment on Ekati mine’s plant and equipment.

Michael Hill CEO Dies Unexpectedly at 57 

Daniel Bracken, who had been with the company since 2018, suffered an adverse reaction to medical treatment.

Rio Tinto to Hand Out Scholarships Through Argyle Pink Diamonds Partnership

Brand will team up with Australian ballet company to support young dancers.
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Suzanne Watkin

Rapaport Junior News Writer
Suzanne is a News Writer at Rapaport. She reports on the diamond and jewelry industry, mining, manufacturing, retail and auctions.