Chandler to Stand Down after 24 Years at DCA
March 11, 25
(IDEX Online) - Terry Chandler is to stand down as president and CEO of the Diamond Council of America (DCA), the non-profit that educates jewelry sales professionals.
He has held both positions since 2001 and will retire at the end of the year, according to a DCA announcement.
"Chandler, who has led the organization with distinction, has played a pivotal role in advancing DCA's mission and strengthening educational opportunities within the jewelry industry," it said.
The DCA, founded in 1944, has more than 350 members representing over 2,900 jewelry stores in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. It is an affiliate of Jewelers of America.
It provides distance education and professional certifications in diamonds, colored gemstones, and fine jewelry sales.
"His commitment to retail jewelers by providing affordable jewelry education has left a lasting impact on retailers across the country and we are deeply grateful for his contributions," said Jennifer Hammond, chair of the DCA board of directors.
Before joining DCA, Chandler worked as vice president and partner at Michelson Jewelers from 1969 to 1990.
Chandler (pictured) said: "I am so thankful to the DCA Board of Directors, our members, my team, and Jewelers of America for their part in making DCA what it is today."