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London, United Kingdom—Huw Daniel has been appointed global CEO of Platinum Guild International, and Jenny Luker (left) will step into his role as president of PGI USA. Daniel replaces global CEO James Courage, who will retire at the end of April. Additionally, PGI will relocate its global headquarters office from London to Hong Kong, aiming to be fully operational by the summer.

The move reflects the growing importance of platinum demand in Asia. In Hong Kong, PGI's new head office will be closer to the two main markets of China and Japan, as well as the fast-growing Indian market. These three together represent 85% of total consumer jewelry demand, and are also important platinum jewelry manufacturing centers. Daniel will also cover the USA, which remains a key global market for PGI. 

"It's an honor to be invited to build on James' outstanding legacy, and so exciting to return to Asia at a time when platinum is being embraced by new generations of consumers," said Daniel. 

Huw Daniel will move to Hong Kong and take over as the global head of Platinum Guild International.

As a consequence of Daniel's move, Jenny Luker will become president of PGI USA effective February 2.  Luker has worked with PGI USA for 20 years across every function and has served as senior vice president since 2005.

"Jenny is loved and respected by the industry and PGI teams in the US and globally, and I cannot think of a better person to lead platinum sales to new heights as growth continues to outpace overall jewellery sales in the US," said Daniel of his successor here.  

In addition to Luker in the USA, PGI’s market offices are led by Dennis Kao (China), Hisako Hankinson (Japan), Vaishali Banerjee (India). All report to Daniel.