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Coffee with Dr. Chetan Kumar Mehta -In Conversation with Rajiv Jain
Dr. Chetan Kumar Mehta, CMD, Laxmi Diamonds, Bengaluru, engaged in a candid, freewheeling conversation with Rajiv Jain, Honorary Secretary of the JJS and former Chairman GJEPC. In his signature affable style, Chetanbhai as he is fondly known, tweaked leadership insights and personal convictions from Rajiv Jain.
Some gems that we took away from the sparkling fireside chat:
- Embrace Daily Renewal:Â Every day is a new day. Change is inevitable.” Stay positive; live by Jo bhi hoga, achhe ke liye hoga.
- Cultivate Self-Motivation:Â Be self-motivated: one should be driven in what one truly believes.No one can force you to do otherwise.
- Welcome New Challenges: This mindset propelled Rajiv Jain to negotiate the GJEPC Chairmanship as the sole representative from the colour gemstone sector in a diamond-dominated committee.
- Compete with yourself:Â JJS thrives on self-improvement, Â year on year.Continuous growth and expansion. Ambitions to surpass 2,000 booths in the next five years.
- Invest in the Next Generation: Rajiv Jain  expressed optimism about the next generation- they are focused and clear. Leaders must understand their mindset, befriend and mentor them, and guide them.
- Unlock Potential in Colour Gemstones: There is  immense growth potentional  for India’s colour gemstone sector.Need to establish a dedicated promotion body uniting miners, manufacturers, and retailers to build trust and create  transparency—in quality, genuineness, pricing, and buyback policies.
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Sydney Jewellery Fair Puts Education, Technology and Business Growth In The Spotlight
12 Expert-Led Sessions To Equip Jewellery Retailers With Insights On AI, Diamonds, Gemstones, Security, Insurance and Next-Generation Consumers
With the International Jewellery Fair in Sydney set to take place from 22–24 August 2026, organisers Expertise Events have announced an extensive education programme aimed at helping jewellery retailers strengthen their businesses and stay ahead of industry developments.
The three-day fair will feature 12 expert presentations, covering everything from AI and digital tools to gemstone education, diamond detection, business security, insurance and consumer trends.
The programme will open on Saturday, 22 August, with Vikas Sodhani of Unbridaled exploring how AI tools can boost sales and streamline daily operations. The day will also feature sessions on Australian opals, Colombian emeralds, jewellery business security and insurance.
Gemstone specialists Alyssa Cameron and Mateo Patino of GemstoneX will offer practical insights into Colombian emerald quality, treatments, origin and certification. Meanwhile, John Papadimitriou of Safeguard Locksmiths will focus on improving operational discipline and business controls, while Lachlan Renshaw of Centrestone Jewellery Insurance will address protecting jewellery businesses beyond the point of sale.
Technology will remain a key theme, with Ryan Abdullah and Isaac Schaider of CaratIQ demonstrating how AI and technology can help jewellers increase sales and simplify operations. Stephen Moignard of Australian Jade will also take attendees through the origins and characteristics of Australian jade.
Focus on Trust, Technology and Changing Consumers
The education programme continues on Sunday, 23 August, with Christina Loccisano of Searay presenting a live demonstration of diamond detection technology and examining how retailers can use trust as a competitive advantage.
The Gemmological Association of Australia (GAA) will address one of the industry’s most relevant areas—the distinction between natural, treated and synthetic materials, including natural and lab-created diamonds.
Other sessions will explore how outsourced manufacturing and integrated software are reshaping bespoke jewellery, while generational consultant Scott Millar will examine the trends influencing the next generation of jewellery consumers.
The final day, Monday, 24 August, will open with Mustafa Ali of Fog Bandit ANZ, who will focus on proactive approaches to jewellery business security and loss prevention.
By bringing together industry expertise, practical education and emerging technology, the Sydney Fair aims to provide retailers with actionable knowledge that can be applied directly to their businesses.
The International Jewellery Fair will be held at the International Convention and Exhibition Centre (ICC Sydney) from 22–24 August 2026.
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