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The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has presented Susan Jacques with the Richard T. Liddicoat award.
The institute gave Jacques its highest honor, the Distinguished Achievement Award, at the GIA board of governors meeting earlier this month in Carlsbad, California, it said Monday. She announced in August she was stepping down as president and CEO, with her retirement scheduled for the end of the year.
“A leader throughout her remarkable career, Susan has been the heart and soul of GIA,” said board chair Lisa Locklear.
“Susan’s vision, integrity, compassion, and unwavering dedication influenced GIA, the gem and jewelry industry, and everyone she has shared her time with,” added CEO Pritesh Patel. “That positivity will resonate for years to come.”
Meanwhile, Barbara Dutrow will be retiring from the board of governors. The GIA also recognized her for her service since joining the board in 2016.
“Dutrow’s deep scientific expertise has been invaluable as GIA and the board navigated the challenges and opportunities of the past decade,” said Locklear. “Her knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion for GIA’s mission will be missed.”
The GIA established the Richard T. Liddicoat Award for Distinguished Achievement in 1994, presenting it to 14 individuals. Of those honorees, three continue to share their expertise with the institute: analytical microscopist John Koivula; Tom Moses, executive vice president and chief laboratory and research officer; and James Shigley, the organization’s distinguished research fellow.
Image: Recipients of the Richard T. Liddicoat Award for Distinguished Achievement, comprising (left to right) GIA analytical microscopist John Koivula; Kathryn Kimmel, retired chief marketing officer for the GIA; GIA retiring president and CEO Susan Jacques; GIA executive vice president and chief laboratory and research officer Tom Moses; Alice Keller, retired editor of Gems & Gemology; and GIA distinguished research fellow Dr. James Shigley. (Gemological Institute of America)
