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The shortlisted applicants of the JNA Awards are referred to as Honourees. The chosen leading company or individual of a category among the “Honourees” is referred to as Recipient.
About Kent WONG Siu Kee: Joined Chow Tai Fook in 1977 as an apprentice and promoted to Managing Director in 2011, Wong has devoted himself to the industry for over four decades. Under his leadership, Chow Tai Fook became the first Hong Kong-based Jewellery group to open the first store in Mainland China in 1998 and further expanded its global presence, with over 4,000 points of sale around the world. In the 2000s, the Group is spearheading the digital revolution of the industry by enlisting patented Smart Tray with RFID, blockchain technology diamond grading report.
Wong has also earned the respect in the trade as an active member of organisations like the Hong Kong Jewellers’ & Goldsmiths’ Association (HKJGA) Ltd, which he presides over as its chairman. The organisation established the “Quality Gold Mark,” which is regarded as a seal of excellence among players in the gold and jewellery business in Hong Kong.
On top of these, Wong received several recognitions such as “CEO of the Year/Luxury/Asia” at the 2016 International Alternative Investment Review Awards, and was named “Asia’s Best CEO (Investor Relations)” by Corporate Governance Asia in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
About Lawrence MA Yung Yi: Starting his career in the family jewellery business four decades ago, Ma founded MaBelle Jewelry in the early 1990s, a diamond jewellery brand that speaks to a broader market comprising largely of aspirational consumers. This initiative also marked a turning point in the long-term vibrancy of Hong Kong’s diamond jewellery retailing industry.
A founding president and current chairman of the Diamond Federation of Hong Kong (DFHK), Ma was instrumental in the promotion and implementation of ground-breaking initiatives that fortified Hong Kong’s unique position as a global diamond and jewellery trading centre. He also led the charge in creating a culture of integrity and excellence in the city’s jewellery market, which to this day, remains the operational guidepost for every jewellery retailer in Hong Kong.
Various organisations also lauded Ma for his continuous and longstanding contributions to the industry. For one, he received the Hong Kong Jewelry Industry’s Outstanding Achievement Award from the Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers’ Association in 2008.
About BOJEM Jewelry: Focusing on high end coloured gems, with French influence designs, BOJEM combines contemporary western fashion and traditional Oriental aesthetics, together with exquisite Italian and Japanese craftsmanship. It is a coloured gemstone brand that covers raw material purchasing, jewellery design, jewellery manufacturing and embedding, and sales and services. With the aim to be the most internationally influential Chinese jewellery brand, BOJEM has been awarded the Brand Outstanding Contribution Award at the 4th China-French forum summit Bonjour Brand.
What the judges have to say: In a year when maintaining customer relations was significantly challenged by Covid 19, Bojem, led by co-founder Joyee Zhao, responded with innovations and initiatives that upgraded and adapted their multiple social media and web platforms to keep in close touch with their millions of followers.
They developed a BOJEM auction app, creating the concept of a high end “mobile jewellery store”. Their focus on personal customer services includes the ‘BOJEM Circle’, a high-level women's club underlining their ability to build and maintain personal and business relationships under difficult conditions.
Bojem and Joyee successfully used key events at Paris Couture Week and the Cannes Film Festival to position the company as an internationally influential Chinese jewellery brand with an eclectic range of jewellery designs.
About Shineshilpi Jewellers Pvt Ltd: Shineshilpi Jewellers Pvt Ltd (Shineshilpi) is one of the leading B2B jewellery companies in India focuses on giving its customers an overwhelming jewellery buying experience. Shineshilpi strives to provide its customers with the largest collection of curated designs with its portfolio of 9Shines series. The company does not merely sell jewellery but creating an unmatched jewellery buying experience at the fingertips of the customers.
With decades of experience, Shineshilpi has built a new world of gold and platinum jewellery backed by its world-class manufacturing techniques, elegant designs and innovation in personalised buying experience, where Shineshilpi promises to supply jewellery of unrivalled quality to its customers.
About The Muzo Companies: The Muzo Companies extract, cut and market the highest quality emeralds from the legendary Muzo mine in Colombia in a socially responsible manner. Established in 2009, we provide the best emeralds in the world through innovation and the highest ethical and sustainable standards.
The Muzo Companies’ unique business model, from the mine to market, allows the company to control the sourcing and production of the precious stone, thus guaranteeing the traceability of each emerald. Esmeraldas Mining Services (EMS) operates as our mining branch, while Esmeraldas de los Andes (EDLA) cuts and polishes the stones in a high-tech workshop. Finished stones are sold internationally through our retail locations.
About GemCloud Software Limited: GemCloud Software Limited (GemCloud) is a software company that has made it its mission to bring the gemstone industry online.
The company has developed a comprehensive technology stack of services for both gemstone buyers and sellers, including a universal grading standard for colored gemstones. It enables sellers to fast track digitization of their inventories and increase the efficiency of their operations whilst increasing their sales channels. It also allows brands to access an online global curated marketplace providing competitive pricing, traceability, and a completely secured and vetted environment. GemCloud’s powered marketplaces - Gemsfeed and Gemolith - put the world’s gemstones at your fingertips.
About Tracr: Tracr is enhancing trust within the diamond industry by assuring provenance, traceability and authenticity of natural diamonds from their country of origin through the entire value chain to the end consumer. It uses emerging technologies - internet of things, artificial intelligence, blockchain and high grade security & privacy - to create digital assets that represent each physical diamond registered on the Platform.
Tracr is an inclusive platform, with current participants ranging from large producers, artisanal and small-scale miners and manufacturers to grading laboratories and retailers. With many thousands of diamonds being registered every month, Tracr has successfully proven the ability to trace diamonds at industry scale along the entire value chain.
What the judges have to say: Tracr, set up by the De Beers Group, has introduced a platform that will provide all parties on the diamond value chain with the provenance, traceability and authenticity of a diamond, through a blockchain ledger system. Importantly, it is a non-commercial initiative with a utility pricing model.
A pilot phase with other producers and leading global retailers successfully proved its ability to trace diamonds at industrial scale along the entire value chain.
Apart from reassurance, the system will add value to the diamond business on many levels as well as providing a rich story about each individual stone to add value to the retailer and consumer.
Tracr was set up by experts in platform development and adapted to the multiple needs of the industry adding a level of assurance and traceability hitherto unavailable.
About CHJ Jewellery: Since 1997, CHJ Jewellery (CHJ) has been a fashion jewellery trendsetter in China with its outstanding quality, creative innovation, exquisite craftsmanship and commitment to K gold diamond jewellery. CHJ Jewellery aims to lead China jewellery industry into the modern era with its brand philosophy “Fashionable in seasons and approachable luxury”.
As one of the largest jewellery brands in mainland China, CHJ was chosen by Forbes in 2012 as “one of the listed companies with most potential in China”, and has since 2004 been selected by World Brand Summit as one of “China’s 500 most valuable brands” for 16 consecutive years. CHJ Jewellery today has nearly 1000 stores in more than 190 cities in China. With outstanding shopping environment and quality service, CHJ is committed to bringing the customers extraordinary shopping enjoyment and experience that exceeds their expectation.
What the judges have to say: CHJ is a niche player among its peers in its retail strategy; Mr. Liao Chuangbin, CEO of CHJ, focus on making jewellery for the post-90s millennials, who has strong confidence in themselves, are constantly looking at accessories that speak for them. Perhaps Mr. Liao’s passion for integrating traditional arts and crafts with a twist of modern design helps continue giving impetus to its ever-changing product offer.
Almost 90% of their 1000 retail stores has to close down during the Corvid-19 crisis, CHJ spent no time to implement their online retail strategy called “Yundian” in Feb, a concept that was in the pipe line for some time as they were constantly revamping its engagement strategy with its target audience.
“Yundian”, a smart cloud store, integrates a variety of online and offline capabilities into one synchronised platform. It is a one-stop shop for addressing customer queries, managing inventory and monitoring supply chain among others. The result was exceptional with good sales results and good feedback from customers.
About Le Vian: Le Vian is a New York headquartered, family owned jewellery company. In the 18th century, the LeVian family guarded the royal jewels of Persia, including the Koh-i-Noor diamond, now part of the British Crown Jewels. Today, Le Vian is a favourite among Hollywood celebrities, known for its passion for coloured gemstones, cutting techniques and pioneering omnichannel retail strategies. Le Vian is the world’s exclusive seller of Chocolate Diamonds™. The company is a proactive, certified member of the Responsible Jewelry Council and donates 10% of its pre-tax profits to charity. Le Vian’s mission includes making fine, collectible jewellery affordable.
What the judges have to say: Le Vian is one of the best-known jewellery brands in the United States. Their success has come from building a deep understanding of their broad customer and retailer base, building formidable insights, supported by marketing initiatives from a proprietary Trend Book that influences the development of 40,000 new designs annually. In response to Covid 19, Le Vian transformed their famous Las Vegas Red Carpet event to a virtual Red Carpet live on Facebook and made their catalogue available online so their customers could browse at home and purchase online. Brand awareness is supported by Le Vian TV and their instore presence at partner retailers who are able through their ‘Style Bar’ to instantly check stock availability.
Le Vian takes great pride in its track record of building loyalty and contributing back to the community.
About MCLON Jewellery Company Limited: Founded in 1994, MCLON Jewellery Company Limited (MCLON) is an international jewellery group, its business comprises of international jewellery trade, jewellery design, jewellery sales and brand management. MCLON owns "MCLON", "Jade legend" and other jewellery brands. With its state-of-the-art IT technology information control system, MCLON can put its focus on chain stores and e-commerce jewellery retail, the company currently has nearly 200 stores in mainland China. MCLON designs its products based with "Design not only fashion jewellery, but also life and dreams" at its heart, providing everyday jewellery to young and fashionable women.
About KGK Diajewels Private Limited Since founded in 2002, Zbird has become a professional jewellery brand in China and is a pioneer of the O2O (Online to Offline) jewellery-selling commercial model.
Its nation-wide experiencing centres provide one-on-one professional jewellery services to the customers. Zbird was the first brand to introduce wedding rings customising service in China. For over 16 years, Zbird keeps improving its products by creating high-quality diamond rings with excellent craftsmanship, it also strives to bring first-class diamond shopping experiences to the consumers.
What the judges have to say: Embracing technology, fostering innovations!
Creativity and innovation are amongst the key cornerstones of KGK, with time, cost, quality and cycle time as core aspect. Be it design and implementation, manufacturing techniques or technology advancement, these two components play a guiding role.
KGK introduced 3 innovative techniques to improve quality and productivity in diamond manufacturing.
SARVA - This machine was built to meet the challenges of time cycle, cost, quality and accidents in diamonds. This machine has capacity of processing 5 to 6 processes and reduces process time, reduce cost and consistency.
DHRUVA - This machine can stick diamonds from the top as well as from the bottom automatically without human extracting the stone for the sticking from one side to the other. It has multiple curing systems (light and heat) as well. This can be used to stick the stone for any process (eg. Laser sawing, 4p, Brutting, blocking top, Blocking bottom & Table).
The above technology helps save time, cost, improve accuracy, and lowers inventory carrying cost.
ZIVA - This machine has a facility to map the diameter to the level of 3rd digit, eg. Up till now, machines have been accurate only till 0.10 in final brutting process, in ZIVA it has 0.104 (3rd digit)
The above facility will help to polish the diamonds in best aligned facets due to its enhanced accuracy in round shape increasing the selection at one go.
This machine will help to provide improved customer service and can provide stones with close tolerance in diameter. This helps save time, cost (due to less repair) and avoid further investment on other stones & yield benefits.
About Emerald Jewel Industry India Limited: With 35 years of tradition in precious jewellery manufacturing, Emerald Jewel Industry India Limited (Emerald) is known for its quality consciousness, uniqueness in design and quality workmanship. The company’s manufacturing facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology is a testimony to its perseverance for quality. Emerald is headed by K. Srinivasan, Chairman and Managing Director, who is ably assisted by a team of more than 4,000 employees, including highly qualified engineers and professionals. Emerald is involved in design, product development, production and distribution of a wide spectrum of jewellery to all segments of consumers. Emerald has received recognitions from various organisations, including but not limited to, Guinness World Records, GJEPC, GJTCI, GJF, GIA, and India Bullion and Jewellers Association Ltd.
What the judges have to say: Emerald Jewel Industry India Limited is one man’s dream and hard work. Established by K Srinivasan in 1984, it is one of the world’s largest jewellery manufacturer. Emerald adopted emerging technology and innovation to provide Indian retailers quality products.
Emerald has 4 production units over 20 acers with an annual capacity of 35 tons in gold, 77 tons in silver, 600kg in platinum and 25,000 carats in diamonds, It offers a wide selection from over 500,000 designs, which is made with broad diversification technology from Casting, Machine Chains, Stamping, Stampato, Fushion, Handmade, CNC, Electroforming, Laser cutting, 3D printing , hollow chains to name a few. Emerald is proud of the committed work force of 5000 members, 15 exclusive showrooms in South India and 100 plus distributors in India and overseas. Emerald has its Design Centres in Coimbatore, Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata – and is still growing.
Emerald has a Display Centre of about 10,000 sq ft currently and is expanding in the near future. Emerald has always been about producing innovative pieces and is synonymous with perfection. Today it stands as the one-stop destination for every possible product and innovation need.
About KGK Diajewels Private Limited: Since founded in 2002, Zbird has become a professional jewellery brand in China and is a pioneer of the O2O (Online to Offline) jewellery-selling commercial model.
About Phu Nhuan Jewelry Joint Stock Company (PNJ): Thirty-two years after its establishment in 1988, Phu Nhuan Jewelry Joint Stock Company (PNJ) is well-known for having revived the Vietnamese jewellery industry. With a team of more than 6,000 employees and 1,000 artisans and skilled goldsmiths, PNJ owns the largest jewellery factory in Vietnam to date. The factory produces 4 million products per year, providing for nearly 400 retail stores and 3,000 wholesale customers across cities and provinces in Vietnam and 13 countries overseas.
PNJ has gained numerous accolades including winning Asia’s Best Report on Sustainable Development Goals at the Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards in 2018.
About Shenzhen Xingguangda Jewelry Industrial Co Ltd: As a leader in jewellery inlay in China, Shenzhen Xingguangda Jewelry Industrial Co Ltd (Xingguangda) maintains its competitiveness by setting self-motivated innovation as its core value, while steadily open up the international markets and maintain strategic partnership with various international trade institutes.
In this new era, with jewellery manufacturing as the base, brand and innovation as the axis, and intelligent supply chain as the carrier, Xingguangda keeps building an advanced and perfect production and operation management system, creating a consumer-oriented integrated supply chain service platform, making the dreamy brilliant jewellery factory a reality and create even greater value and energy for its partners.
What the judges have to say: Xingguanda Jewelry, a humble gem-set jewellery workshop, has evolved in 23 years to become a top-notch jewellery manufacturer, thanks to the hard working and visionary Chairman and Founder – Mr. Lin Changwei. They engaged the most advanced machinery, technology, big data and digitized production process at their new manufacturer base in Shenzhen with 1200 employees with an annual output of one million exceptional good quality products which earned their reputation from its over 1000 corporate customers.
The aftermath of the Corvid-19 this year will see some consolidation in the manufacturing sector, only the most forward looking, customers driven, employing the most modern technology and digitized process would prevail and prosper, I am sure Xingguanda Jewellery would stand up among its peers and would champion the sector to plough through the rough patches ahead and excel.
About DOJI Gold & Gems Group JSC: Established in 1994, DOJI Gold & Gems Group JSC (DOJI) was originally known as TTD Technology and Trading Development Company which pioneered in gold and gems specialised businesses, it was the first to introduce the brand “Vietnam Star Ruby” (VSR) to the international market. DOJI now has 12 subsidiaries, 5 associated companies, 50 branches, 200 centres and stores across Vietnam, with over 400 agencies and sales offices, creating a product distribution system covering almost all parts of Vietnam. DOJI has been ranked Top 5 as Vietnam's Largest Private Enterprises by VNR 500 for a decade from 2010.
About Luk Fook Holdings (International) Limited: Luk Fook Holdings (International) Limited was founded by a group of jewellery specialists with over 50 years’ experience who possess unique market sense and passion to strive for excellence.
The Group principally engages in the sourcing, designing, wholesaling, trademark licensing and retailing of a variety of gold and platinum jewellery and gem-set jewellery products, with a total of 2,120 points of sale in ten countries and regions across Hong Kong, Macau, Mainland China, Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia, the Philippines, the United States, Canada and Australia. The Group will continue to identify new business opportunities in the international market in response to its corporate vision, “Brand of Hong Kong, Sparkling the World”.
What the judges have to say: The pre-tax profit of US$ 63 Million (+25% vs last year) speaks for its outstanding achievement in 2019; PNJ is a listed company at the HoChiMinh Stock Exchange with an impressive annual revenue of US$777 million.
PNJ under the leadership of Chairwoman Cao and CEO Tri Thong Le, has developed into a vertical integrated jewellery enterprise with two efficiently run manufacturing facilities equipped with all the latest jewellery technology and machineries which produced 4 million products and supplies to nearly 400 PNJ retail stores and 3000 wholesale customers in Vietnam and 13 overseas markets.
PNJ believes that sustainable business practices will further improve its long-term profitability. They always invest in new equipment that would reduce its ecological footprint, resulting in a drop in volume of waste water and solid wastes, noise and other pollutants. Such measures have saved them US$ 390,268 in 2019.
About Dhamani Jewels: Founded in 1969 in India, Dhamani Jewels (Dhamani) covers the entire spectrum of jewellery business from sourcing, manufacturing and cutting of stones to retailing of fine diamond and color stone jewellery – an advantage and strength enjoyed by very few jewellery brands in the world.
Dhamani’s commitment to professionalism and excellence earned it the prestigious “Bareeq” certification for Good Jewellery Trading Practices, and its leading position in the market also won it the coveted exclusive rights for the “Dubai Cut Diamond” granted by the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre.
A passionately crafted jewellery brand launched in 2018, “Dusoul by Dhamani” was born from the desire to develop collections at an affordable luxury price point whilst ensuring that the key components of the Dhamani group, quality, craftsmanship and design, are retained.
About KGK Diamonds SA Pty Ltd: The foundation for the worldwide trust that KGK Diamonds SA Pty Ltd - a KGK Group company (KGK Diamond) enjoys today was laid more than a decade ago. In the EMEA region, KGK manufactures diamonds in South Africa, Angola, Botswana, Namibia, and Russia and distributes them worldwide. KGK’s exquisite jewellery is distributed across Middle East. Its coveted status of being a De Beers Sightholder, an Alrosa alliance member and Rio Tinto select diamantaire has further empowered its name. In its expansion towards comprehensive growth, KGK has partnered with State Diamond Trader in South Africa and introduced Entrepreneur Development Program to encourage youth to venture into diamond manufacturing industry.
What judges have to say: KGK has made a major impact on the development of cutting and polishing facilities in the EMEA region. It has established, and is developing, facilities in South Africa, Botswana, Namibia and Angola.
This has involved a major commitment to these communities both in terms of capital and technical investment and the vital role of equipping employees with the skills to compete in the international markets with customers ranging from the International Brands through online platforms to chain stores and independent retailers.
KGK champions an ethical approach towards business – selling only fully certified diamonds from its African sites and has a focus on minimising environmental impact.
With a new joint venture in Angola, the company is literally breaking new ground; continuing its commitment to bring added value and skills to many key producer countries.
About Kashi Jewellers: Kashi Jewellers is a heritage jewellery company that was founded in 1955 in Kanpur, India, with the vision to offer finely crafted jewellery with innovative designs. It prides itself in providing exemplary and luxurious customer service, and offers clients the option of customising its products to their satisfaction.
“Through our exports we serve Indians who are living abroad, but are deeply entrenched in Indian culture.” Says Shreyansh Kapoor Vice-President of Company.
Kashi Jewellers consciously strives to be at the forefront of innovations. It never shies away from changes, instead choosing to embrace the new opportunities that they may bring.
What judges have to say: Kashi Jewellers, founded in 1955 is a heritage jewellery company with the vision to offer finely crafted jewellery with innovative designs.
The diamond jewellery is manufactured in state-of-the-art factories in Kanpur and Kolkata. Its Grand Retail Showroom in Kanpur, in the north indian state of India – Uttar Pradesh is one of the few that covers manufacturing, retailing, designing for Indian and overseas markets. Kashi Jewellers’ customer base is spread across India and overseas. To maintain its leadership position, Kashi Jewellers consciously strives to be at the forefront of innovations.
Kashi Jewellers has always raised benchmark for manufacturing and retailing when it comes to quality, design, customer serivce and create value of its jewellery. It is the only jewellery outlet in North India to have inhouse manufacturing, retailing and export units.
Kashi is able to manufacture designs that are unique and three-dimensional – making them on par with peers in the international community. Kashi has also been an indomitable force in pop culture, thanks to its prominence in global events. The brand was responsible for the tiara worn by Miss Vietnam. Kashi’s Jewelllery has adorned supermodels and Bollywood actresses at the India International Jewellery Week (IIJW), which is considered one of the largest and most popular international jewellery platforms in the country.
What judges have to say: MCLON is successful regional retail franchise in China East region, they are constantly reinventing themselves over the past 20 years in advertising, product offers, store design, sales training and branding development. One thing that has not changed was MCLON brand is always perceived as a premium brand among its peers.
Being in Hangzhou, the birth place of today’s e-commerce revolution. Mr. Sun is constantly inspired and forever revamping his business model to stay in touch with the ever-changing post-90 millennials customers and the changing topography of the business ecosystem.
The next reincarnation of his retail franchise would probably be mainly cloud-based, assets light experience stores around the country, inter-connected online with individualized product offer, 7/24 customers support, offline delivery. All stakeholder’s relationship could be built on “partners” basis to encourage participation and ownership. A trend which is happening in many industries, such as gaming, fintech, fashion, health care, hospitality etc.
About Shanghai Zbird Co Ltd (Zbird): Shanghai Zbird Co Ltd (Zbird), founded in 2002, is a professional diamond and jewellery brand in China and the pioneer of O2O mode in the Chinese jewellery industry. It has boutique stores in more than 40 cities in China.
In the past 18 years, Zbird has been constantly innovating its craftsmanship and distribution channels. It recently launched "Zbird Wedding Ring Master", a 3D customisation applet, and opened Shanghai Wedding Ring Smart Customization Center, with these new moves, the company is transforming its business model from new retail to smart retail business. It is Zbird’s philosophy that "No wedding ring is more valuable and meaningful than the one designed by yourself."
About De Beers Group: De Beers Group (De Beers) is the world’s leading diamond company with expertise in the exploration, mining and marketing of diamonds. Together with its joint venture partners, De Beers employs more than 20,000 people across the diamond pipeline and is the world’s largest diamond producer by value, with mining operations in Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa.
De Beers’ employees are committed to ”Building Forever”, a holistic and integrated approach for creating a better future – one that is fairer, safer, cleaner and healthier; where safety, human rights and ethical integrity continue to be paramount; and where communities thrive and the environment is protected.
What the judges have to say: De Beers has taken on the challenge of building not only a long-term positive legacy, earning trust in their diamonds but also a broader commitment to a range of projects. This includes protecting the natural world, as illustrated in the movement of elephants in their case study, projects working with local communities connected to their operations targeting for a step change in skills, health and livelihoods.
De Beers are planning to enable equal access to opportunities for women and girls and gender parity across the workforce and lead ethical practices to drive positive change across the diamond value chain including traceability, responsible sourcing and artisanal mining.
These ambitious plans are already more than proposals with detailed targets to 2030. De Beers has shown leadership well beyond the more familiar support for marketing and developing new mines.
What the judges have to say: In the last decade, a remarkable transformation has taken place at the site of one of the best known emerald mines in Columbia. Thanks to co-operation with the Columbian government, the leadership of an ex US Ambassador and investment from the USA, the Muzo Companies have turned a failed mining operation, beset with corruption and environmental challenges, into a viable range of businesses that go well beyond mining.
The Muzo Companies have set up cutting, polishing, and marketing facilities to add employment and beneficiation within the country and enabled a stone tracking system to add confidence to downstream buyers and consumers.
Locally the company has improved the environment and set up a cacao plantation to bring additional jobs to the local community. A positive example of mining doing good.
About Laxmi Diamonds: Laxmi Diamonds (Laxmi), started in 2007 on Avenue Road, the business hub of Bangalore City, with a humble beginning. The Company has since then embarked on an illustrious and eventful journey.
Laxmi specialises in special and unique closed setting diamond jewellery. The company gives utmost importance to quality. The products of Laxmi Diamonds are well recognised and received in the market for its price, quality and craftsmanship. It specialises in one of a kind stunningly elegant necklaces, bracelets and rings. Each product made by the company is unique in itself and a benchmark for quality internationally.
Laxmi has plans to expand its business and export to other countries.
What the judges have to say: Nancy Wong is an open-minded, engaging and hands-on manager that is liked by all staff working with her. She empowers her team to step up and actively contribute to the realisation of their shared business goals but also monitor their progress to ensure they are on the right track.
Being the younger member on the Board, she is the champion to all the e-commerce, public relations, brand rejuvenation and brand development activities. Luk Fook invested heavily on e-commerce and cooperated with 16 China-focused online sales platforms. During the Corvid-19 pandemic, Nancy was involved in organizing over 500 live streaming sessions on Tmall, WeChat and other social networking sites to encourage customers to place their orders online – and recoup some of the losses brought about by the shutdowns.
Nancy achievement specifically in marketing, branding and e-commence would be a role model for the second generation of other founder’s family to take a leaf if they want to be as successful as Nancy.
About Kashi Jewellers: Headquartered in the city of Shanghai in China, the Kimberlite Diamond is well-established in its long history of diamond specialisation. The company has gained recognition for integrating diamond cutting, grinding, design, inlay, distribution, and retail processes efficiently, as well as for its consistent craftsmanship and excellent quality. To date, the company’s sales network covers nearly 700 stores across China and around the world, and it prides itself as a leader in the Chinese diamond industry.
About Color Jewels Inc: Color Jewels Inc (Color Jewels) has over 600 employees worldwide and is present in every continent. The company specialises in gemstone and fine jewellery manufacturing. It is unique in the jewellery sector because it is one of the very few jewellery companies who also produces, cuts and polishes their own stones on a large scale. Its head offices operate from Hong Kong, Jaipur, New York and Dubai.
Color Jewels is driven by its persistent and insistent endeavor to innovate, its passion shines through the fact that it ceaselessly comes up with new designs and techniques to produce products that place Color Jewels above its competitions.
About Picup Media: Founded in 2014, Picup Media is a jewellery photography solution company with staff stretching across Australia, Hong Kong, India, and the Philippines. The company is guided by three fundamental values: Integrity, Simplicity, and Enrichment. These values enabled a culture that celebrates its people to spark a purposeful business for positive jewellery industry change and facilitates the movement to a digital jewellery world.
With eyes laser-focused on innovation, the company strives to revolutionise the jewellery industry through innovative jewellery photography solutions, image retouching services, and cloud and integrations. Its latest creation, the GemLightbox, which allows every jeweller to capture pixel-perfect images and videos to boost sales conversion, continues to build a strong following in the market.