Appointment
Jillian Wolk Named CEO of De Beers’ Tracr
Former GIA and Swarovski Executive To Lead Next Phase Of Growth and Traceability Innovation From May 2026
Tracr has announced the appointment of Jillian Wolk as Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2026. She will be based in New York and work closely with Tracr’s global team and stakeholder network.
Jillian joins from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), where she served as Vice President, Growth & Strategic Initiatives, driving new service development, diversified revenue streams, and industry-wide grading initiatives. Her prior collaboration with Tracr gives her a strong understanding of the platform’s mission and capabilities.
Earlier, she held senior roles including Vice President of Business Operations at Swarovski U.S., where she led multi-business operations and key brand and operational initiatives across the Americas. Her expertise spans commercial leadership, governance, and technology-driven innovation.

Paul Rowley, Executive Vice President, Diamond Trading at De Beers Group, said, “Jillian brings a strong combination of industry knowledge, commercial leadership and strategic insight. Her experience across jewellery, technology and governance positions her well to lead Tracr into its next phase.”
Jillian Wolk added, “I am honoured to join Tracr and help shape its future as a vital storytelling tool for the diamond industry. With its leading technology platform and industry network, Tracr plays a key role in driving trust, transparency and confidence across the sector.”

Her appointment follows the departure of Wesley Tucker, who stepped down in February 2026 after leading the company through its formative and scaling phases.
Appointment
Mehul Shah Elected President World Federation Of Diamond Bourses (WFDB)
Bharat Diamond Bourse Leader Takes The Helm Of The Global Diamond Federation, Marking A Significant Milestone For India’s Natural Diamond Industry.
Mehul Shah, Vice President of Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), has been elected President of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB). The election took place on Monday, July 12, during the ongoing World Diamond Congress which is currently underway in Singapore. Leaders of the 20 global diamond bourses attending the Congress voted to elect the new office bearers.
Luigi Cosma, President of Borsa Diamanti d’Italia, was elected Vice President of WFDB and Molefi Letsiki, Chairman of the Diamond Dealers Club of South Africa, was elected Treasurer General of WFDB. They have supported his vision for the Federation.
The election of Mehul Shah is an important milestone for the Indian diamond industry and opens a new chapter for the country to play a key role in taking the global diamond industry forward.
Thanking the delegates and Presidents of global diamond bourses, Mehul Shah said:

“I am humbled by this appointment and proud to have represented India and Bharat Diamond Bourse on an international stage. This new responsibility given to me is rooted in my journey of four decades of commitment to the natural diamond industry. He also added, “As the delegates to the Congress deliberate over the way forward in a challenging global market, I am confident that the discussions in Singapore will lead to meaningful outcomes. The new leadership team at WFDB is committed to taking forward the vision of the Congress and building a stronger future for the industry.”
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