Program aims to educate young consumers about mined stones’ positive qualities.
Revenue up 16% year on year in first half following July purchase of European Boutique.
Manufacturers, dealers and jewelers overbought during positive periods, ignoring the lessons of previous up-and-down cycles.
Decline of 10% reflects reorganization of Vancouver retail business and impact of inflation.
Canadian retailer focuses on US market in effort to go international.
Revenue slips amid slow November sales and uncertain economic situation.
Former De Beers executive Angela Betteridge will lead board.