Gem-A Appoints CEO

(IDEX Online News) – The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced the appointment of Alan Hart FGA GDA as its new chief executive.

Hart began his career in 1981 at the Natural History Museum in London, as assistant minerals scientific officer, and where he is the current principal curator of gems and minerals and also, head of Earth Sciences Collections. Hart is also chairman of the museum’s Collections Committee, and serves on various science executive boards, providing strategic and operational goals to improve standards, best practices and operational efficiencies.

He said that he was looking forward to continuing to work with dedicated professionals, whom he has already worked alongside through his association with the organization, for many years. “I want to ensure we continue to thrive by using all of our collective expertise to continue as the centre of excellence that is leading the way in delivering the highest quality gemmological education and training,” said Hart. 

Miranda Wells FGA GDA, who was appointed as chair of the Gem-A Council said that Hart’s appointment had been unanimous. “His professional background also provides broad experience in both mineralogical and gemmological circles, as well as a clear and deep understanding of the structure and position of Gem-A as an organization and premier educational institution,” she said.

Wells replaced Nigel Israel FGA GDA, as chair, although the latter will remain on the council. Wells will be joined by two vice-chairs, Kerry Gregory FGA DGA and Paul Greer DGA.

Hart will join Gem-A on June 1.