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New York, NY--Diamonds Do Good (DDG) named its honorees for its 2025 Diamonds Do Good Awards Sunday. The awards program celebrates influential leaders whose business practices embody a commitment to positive social impact, industry innovation and community empowerment.

This year’s recipients are Claudia Cividino of Jared for her innovative retail leadership, Tanishq, India’s largest purpose-driven jewelry retailer, now expanding into the U.S., Sissy’s Log Cabin, the philanthropic family-owned business, and Govind Dholakia, pioneering leader in India’s diamond-cutting industry.

The awards will be presented at Diamonds Do Good’s annual gala on June 5, at the Venetian Hotel’s San Polo Ballroom in Las Vegas, NV. The event, which sold out last year, will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries from around the globe.

“Diamonds Do Good honors leaders who understand the vital connection between a successful business, social purpose, and community care,” said Kathy Corey, president of Diamonds Do Good. “These honorees exemplify values our organization and the natural diamond industry hold dear. They inspire us with their vision and commitment.”

2025 Award Recipients and Categories:

• Claudia Cividino – Retail Leadership and Innovation Award
  Claudia Cividino’s leadership has redefined Jared Jewelers as a premier accessible luxury retailer. Her vision for Jared embraces innovation, celebrates the client at every touchpoint, and has brought in fresh brands while celebrating existing ones in unique ways. Under Claudia’s leadership, Jared has helped to shine a light on the beauty and the role of natural diamonds in the jewelry world.
• Tanishq – Purpose-Driven Business Leadership Award
  Tanishq is honored for its unwavering commitment to ethical practices and meaningful community engagements. Through pioneering initiatives, Tanishq has set a benchmark for responsible business leadership in India and beyond. Empowering local artisans, preserving traditional jewelry-making techniques, and championing the use of responsibly sourced gold & diamonds underscore Tanishq’s purpose-driven approach as it expands into the U.S. market and continues to inspire global standards in the jewelry sector.
• Sissy’s Log Cabin – Community Impact Award
  Recognizing the Jones family’s philanthropic spirit, Sissy’s Log Cabin exemplifies how community impact and excellence in the jewelry business go hand-in-hand. Their commitment to philanthropy and community enrichment sets a powerful example for family-owned companies worldwide.
• Shri Govind Dholakia – The GOOD Award for Lifetime Achievement
  This award recognizes Govind Dholakia’s extraordinary journey, which began in Dudhala, Gujarat. Since entering the diamond industry in 1964, he has helped build Shree Ramkrishna Exports (SRK) into one of the world’s leading natural diamond companies through his unwavering commitment to trust, ethics, integrity, and transparency.

“These honorees champion values consumers increasingly seek, reminding us of the importance of business practices that make a meaningful difference in the world,” added Corey.

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