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Young Diamantaires transitions into a formal industry association
The Young Diamantaires, a vibrant and rapidly growing collective of diamond and jewelry professionals, has officially transitioned into a formal industry association. Based in Dubai, the organization now boasts a diverse membership of over 500 individuals across 25 countries. This development marks a significant step in the group’s evolution and further positions it as a forward-thinking force within the global diamond industry.
Founded in 2016 during the 37th World Diamond Congress in Dubai, the Young Diamantaires began as a discussion group with a mission to empower the next generation of industry leaders. With a strong emphasis on creativity, innovation, and inclusivity, the association is committed to driving positive change through professional development, sustainability, ethical practices, and the exploration of new opportunities in the diamond and jewelry sectors.
n a landmark move, the group has now been formally established as an industry association. This official recognition underlines its long-term commitment to shaping the future of the diamond industry. The announcement was accompanied by the election of its inaugural board of directors, comprising prominent leaders from key industry bodies across various countries:
David Troostwyk – President, London Diamond Bourse (LDB),Elodie Daguzan – Executive Director, World Diamond Council (WDC),Kevin Vantyghem – President, Vantyghem Diamonds,Melissa Smet – Executive Director, Syndicate of the Belgian Diamond Industry (SBD),Mike Asscher – President, Royal Asscher Diamonds,Rachel Sahar – Founder, R Sahar Diamonds,Shai Schnitzer – President, S Schnitzer Diamonds
This leadership team reflects the association’s global outlook and its commitment to representing diverse voices within the diamond community.
The Young Diamantaires represents a new generation of industry professionals united by a shared passion for diamonds as both a livelihood and a cultural cornerstone. Its members span continents and cultures, embodying a wealth of perspectives that contribute to its dynamic approach to problem-solving and industry development.
The formal establishment of the Young Diamantaires as an industry association marks a pivotal moment for the next generation of diamond professionals. With a strong foundation in innovation, ethics, and global collaboration, the organization is well-positioned to lead transformative efforts in the diamond and jewelry industry, ensuring its relevance and resilience for years to come.
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Divine Solitaires Reinforces The Value Of Diamonds Amid Rising Gold Prices and Evolving Consumer Sentiment
Divine Solitaires Shares Its Perspective On Why Natural Diamonds Remain A Timeless and Relevant Choice For Modern Buyers.
Amid recent debates about rising gold prices and changing consumer purchasing habits, Divine Solitaires has provided a timely brand viewpoint pushing customers to reconsider how they approach milestone and aspirational purchases. Drawing on the greater economic conversation about reduced gold dependency and smarter purchasing choices, the brand has proposed a simple but relevant idea: halting gold purchases does not have to imply pausing personal celebrations or dreams.

Built around the message, “A Golden Pause. A Diamond Moment.”, the brand’s latest communication reflects the current market reality, where consumers are becoming more mindful of gold purchases amid unprecedented bullion price hikes and evolving government measures impacting the gold sector. Divine Solitaires believes this moment presents an opportunity for buyers to shift their focus toward natural diamonds, which continue to hold emotional, symbolic, and long-term value for milestone moments.
The idea also stems from a broader industry and economic perspective. While more than 90% of the gold consumed in India is imported, India’s natural diamond ecosystem remains deeply connected to the country’s economy, with Indian artisans cutting and polishing over 90% of the world’s diamonds, most of which are exported globally. Divine Solitaires highlights how choosing natural diamonds not only celebrates emotional and milestone moments, but also supports Indian craftsmanship, employment, foreign exchange generation, and the country’s global leadership in the diamond industry.

Additionally, the brand positions solitaire diamond coins as meaningful modern purchases that can serve as a thoughtful alternative to traditional gold coins. While gold coins often offer limited value addition to the Indian economy due to high import dependency, natural diamonds contribute significantly to India’s craftsmanship, exports, employment, and global industry leadership combining emotional value with lasting economic impact.
Commenting on this perspective, Jignesh Mehta, Founder and MD, Divine Solitaires, said:

“Jewellery has always been deeply emotional, whether it marks love, achievement, commitment, or self-reward. At Divine Solitaires, we looked at the current gold price scenario and felt there was a larger, more relevant consumer conversation to participate in. If buyers are consciously holding back on gold due to current market conditions, it doesn’t mean their celebrations or aspirations should be put on hold.”
He further added,”Natural diamonds offer timeless emotional value and remain deeply aspirational. At the same time, they are part of an industry where India has built extraordinary global leadership through its craftsmanship and processing expertise. This is our way of encouraging consumers to think differently, thoughtfully, and meaningfully in the current environment.”
With this, Divine Solitaires maintains its position as a brand that goes beyond product-driven conversations, engaging with real customer sentiment and bigger societal developments while underlining natural diamonds’ enduring value.
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