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AGS Names New Slate of Board Members for 2025–2026 July 25, 2025 (0 comments)
Las Vegas, NV--The American Gem Society (AGS) announced its international board of director members for 2025–2026. They are as follows:
Executive Committee:
President: Alexis Padis, CGA
President Elect: Bryan Moeller, CGA
Secretary: Mitchell Clark, CG
Sr. Advisor William Farmer, Jr.
Treasurer;
Chair, Finance, Audit & Legal Committee: Larry Rickert
Committee Chairs:
Chair, Education Committee: Kevin Mays, CGA, JEA
Chair, Conclave Subcommittee: Denise Richards, CGA
Chair, Gemological Sciences Committee: John Carter, CGA
Chair, International Guilds Council: Amanda Coleman-Phelps, CGA
Chair, Membership Committee: Sarah Person, CG, JEA
Chair, Young Titleholders Committee: Dave Bindra, CG
Directors-at-Large
Chris Anderson
Sarin Bachmann
Ryan Berg, CG
Brecken Farnsworth, CG
Brad Hampton
Kendra Lindell, CGA
David Mazer, CG
Melissa Quick, CSA
“It’s a true privilege to work alongside a Board of thought leaders who are deeply dedicated to our industry,” said AGS President Alexis Padis, CGA. “Their passion for our mission and the richness of their diverse perspectives gives me profound confidence in the future of the American Gem Society. I look forward to all we’ll accomplish together in the year ahead."
AGS also extended its gratitude to Niveet Nagpal, CG, who recently concluded his service on the Board after completing his full term.
“Niveet’s deep expertise and generous contributions of time and energy—whether in Board meetings, volunteer initiatives, or committee work—have enriched our community in countless meaningful ways,” Padis said. “We are truly grateful for his dedication and enduring support of the American Gem Society.”
The call for submissions for the 2026–2027 AGS International Board of Directors will open in early 2026. If you are interested in volunteering for an AGS committee or learning more about AGS membership, please contact membership@ags.org.