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Robin Hereford has over 25 years of experience in industry, including on Bonhams UK board.
Dianne Batista will also be senior vice president and senior specialist.
He will also retain his current role as international head of jewelry.
Kate Lacey previously managed timepiece departments at Bonhams, Phillips and Sotheby’s.
Sriram Natarajan was previously managing director of the institute’s India business.
Jonathan Waecker will succeed interim chief Andrew Lowe.
Julie Yoakum will also oversee the company’s Peoples brand.
Arun Narayan will succeed Ajoy Chawla from January 1, 2026.
Vickie Rokkos will lead the jewelry brand in North America.
Barak Levy has decades of experience in the industry as a trader and manufacturer.