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Rahul Desai officially launches RD consultancy, setting a new benchmark for growth in the jewelry industry
Rahul Desai, MD & CEO of the International Institute of Gemology (IIG), known for his transformative leadership and foresight in the jewelry business, officially announces the launch of RD Consultancy, a dedicated jewelry business growth consultancy. With a specialized focus on Product Planning, People Management, Brand Pulse, and Placement Strategy; RD Consultancy is positioned as a holistic partner for jewelry businesses looking to evolve, scale, and lead in an increasingly competitive landscape. This new venture marks a significant evolution in his multifaceted career, adding to his legacy as a strategist, educator, and trusted advisor within the industry.
With more than two decades of experience spanning manufacturing, retail, branding, and digital integration, Rahul Desai has played a pivotal role in elevating both B2B and B2C jewelry enterprises. Through RD Consultancy, he now brings this depth of experience into a formal structure designed to guide businesses through real, scalable transformation. The consultancy is built on a singular promise: to help jewelry brands move from vision to execution with strategic clarity and operational precision.

“In my experience,” Rahul Desai shares, “many entrepreneurs have the ambition and potential, but they often lack the framework to convert that into sustained success. RD Consultancy offers that missing blueprint. Whether it’s about building from scratch, navigating a market shift, or unlocking the next level of growth, we help bridge the gap.” The consultancy also supports businesses transitioning across models, from B2C to B2B or D2C, and into e-commerce, with strategies tailored to today’s dynamic consumer and trade landscapes.
Rather than offering off-the-shelf solutions, RD Consultancy approaches each project with a bespoke customized strategy. From recalibrating growth plans to streamlining teams and operations, from reimagining merchandise assortments to building compelling brand narratives, the focus remains on long-term value creation. Its solutions are insight-driven and outcome-oriented, ensuring clients don’t just keep pace, but lead.
Over the years, Rahul Desai has already been the silent force behind several successful turnarounds and brand evolutions. Now, with the official launch of RD Consultancy, this expertise becomes accessible to a wider audience ready to take their jewelry business to the next level.
For more information on RD Consultancy, visit www.rahuldesai.in and learn how it can help transform your jewelry business. You can also contact: rahul@iigindia.com and +91 98207 17183 for more information.
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Gold & Precious Metals – A future outlook
The session saw a power packed panel of experts that comprisedSurendra Mehta, National Secretary- IBJA,Ranjith Singh,Head of Business Development, IIBX, Shweta Dhanak, Director – Vijay Exports,S Thirupathi Rajan, MD Goldsmith Academy, Shivanshu Mehta, SVP & Head Bullion-MCX.The session was moderated by Chirag Seth, Principal Consultant, Metals Focus.
Some salient points made by the panelists:
- Gold prices are not linked to consumer demand. They are linked to central bank buying and ETFs
- Till the banking system doesn’t collapse, gold price will continue to rise


- Jewellers were advised to use a mix of futures and options for risk mitigation


- Given the current situation manufacturers selling on credit or unfavorable deals could be fatal flaw for business.
- Precious metals forecast: Surendra Mehta said he sees gold in 2026 in $4900-5100 range and silver in $90-105.Looking further he said by 2030-2035 gold could touch $18000- 20000 and silver could reach $500. Chirag Seth predicted silver touching $105 this year and gold moving in the $ 5200- $ 5500.
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