ICA appoints Douglas K. Hucker as new CEO

The Intercontinental Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) has appointed Douglas K. Hucker, to provide as its up coming chief govt officer (CEO), changing Gary Roskin who has led the affiliation for the earlier seven decades.

In his new function, Hucker will work to grow ICA’s membership, improve the organisation’s influence and sources, and uphold its role in public and marketplace affairs as an advocate for its members and the coloucred gemstone market at massive.

Prior to signing up for the ICA, Hucker served as CEO of the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) about two a long time. His involvement in the market incorporates participation on the boards of quite a few associations, which include the AGTA, the American Gem Modern society, the Jewellers Vigilance Committee, and the Entire world Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO).

He has also been a supporter of the Jewellers’ Security Alliance and the Women’s Jewelry Association.

The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) is a non-earnings organisation, made precisely to profit the global coloured gemstone field.

The affiliation includes 500+ gem market leaders from mine to industry, like miners, gem cutters, suppliers, merchants, trade associations, gemological laboratories, academia, museums, and far more, from 47 countries who are devoted to advancing and selling the understanding and appreciation of colored gemstones.

Clement Sabbagh, ICA president, reported: “We salute Gary on his departure and sincerely express our gratitude for the exemplary position he has finished in his leadership position with our association.

“We are pretty enthusiastic to have an specific as gifted and committed as Douglas Hucker, who has a extensive and tested record of association administration excellence, sign up for our crew. Doug brings verified leadership ‎skills, expertise of the industry, reliable moral qualifications and a eyesight for the future that aligns beautifully with our Board and our membership.”‎

Hucker included: “I am very grateful to the ICA for the prospect they have supplied, which allows me to proceed my passion and initiatives to constantly strengthen the colored gemstone business.”