Jewelers of America Names Matthew Rosenheim as Chair

Jewelers of America (JA) has elected a new chair and executive committee and shaken up its board of directors.

Matthew Rosenheim, president of Tiny Jewel Box, is JA’s new chair, the group announced Monday following last week’s elections. Steve Padis of Padis Jewelry becomes chair-elect, meaning he is on track to be the next chair.

“As chair, my goal is to give back to the industry that has given me so much — to listen, to lead with heart, and to ensure that Jewelers of America continues to support and uplift everyone who helps make jewelry such a meaningful part of people’s lives,” said Rosenheim.

The other new members of the executive committee are Elise Greenberg of Greenberg’s Jewelers and Karen Goracke of Borsheims, who were elected as vice chairs; Steve Velasquez of Madison Jewelers, the new treasurer; Tobey Ritchie of Harry Ritchie’s Jewelers, secretary; and Coleman Clark of B.C. Clark Jewelers, immediate past chair.

Meanwhile, JA members elected the following new directors:

John Carter of Jack Lewis Jewelers
Krista Peterson of Jewelers Mutual
Alex Stuller of Gemvision
Scott Udell of London Jewelers
Ulrich Wohn of Shinola

The board of directors advises JA on its strategic direction. Its new members were officially elected on October 27 at the organization’s annual general meeting (AGM), while the executive committee was elected on October 28 at a meeting of the board of directors.

Image: Matthew Rosenheim. (Jewelers of America)