\nCelebrating 40 years at DG Jewelers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nMay 29, 2012, Las Vegas. The American Gem Society elected <\/span>David Gardner, Certified Gemologist (CG), of David Gardner Jewelers, as President of the Society\u2019s Board of Directors, taking over the role from outgoing President, Cathy Calhoun, CGA, of Calhoun Jewelers. The appointment was made during the Society\u2019s annual Conclave in Miami, on April 28th<\/sup>.<\/u><\/u><\/span><\/div>\n
<\/span><\/div>\n\u201cI\u2019m very much looking forward to working with David,\u201d said Ruth Batson, CEO and Executive Director of AGS. \u201cHe\u2019s been a tireless advocate in his work and efforts on behalf of the American Gem Society. His enthusiasm and passion for the Society is well known to all of our members, and it will no doubt be an exciting two years with at the President\u2019s helm!\u201d<\/u><\/u><\/span><\/div>\n
<\/span><\/div>\nGardner\u2019s new role coincides with the celebration of 40 years in the jewelry industry since starting out at the age of 16. Since then, David started David Gardner\u2019s Jewelers which has earned a reputation of excellence in the jewelry industry leading to national recognition as one of America\u2019s Top 10 Coolest Jewelry Stores. David and wife, Julia, have continually chosen to serve the local community despite offers to expand operations. Long-term dedication combined with constant philanthropic efforts recently led the B-CS Chamber of Commerce to honor David and Julia as Citizens of the Year in 2011. In addition to helping others, David is deeply passionate about designing one-of-a-kind jewelry for his customers.<\/span><\/div>\n\u201cI love the rich heritage and tradition of being a jeweler, but I also like to break out of the box and bend the rules to keep our industry fresh and relevant in an ever-changing world,\u201d said Gardner. \u201cJewelry is a language that is universal and I am eager to devote myself to this unique opportunity and make a difference that will reflect well upon the AGS and its dedicated membership.\u201d<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\nAGS also announced the list of its 2012-2013 Board Of Directors including:- President Elect \u2013Louis Smith, CG; Secretary \u2013 Scott Berg, CG; Sr. Advisor- Bill Sites, CGA; Treasurer- Kelly Kinas; Director at Large – Dave Bonaparte; Director at Large \u2013John Carter, CGA; Director at Large -Kelly Newton, CGA; Director at Large -Charles Rosario; Chair- Conclave Sub-Committee, Louis Smith, CG; Chair – International Guilds Council, Laura Stanley, CGA; CG; Chair -Education Committee, Michael Richards, CG; Chair -Marketing Committee, Jeff High; Chair -Membership Committee, Bill Farmer, CGA; Chair -AGS Lab Board of Managers, Doug Parker, CG. The Board also added three new members, each appointed as Director at Large: Mike Wilson, CG, Lisa Bridge, CG and Michael Schechter.<\/span><\/div>\n
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