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New York, NY--Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, has announced the recipients of the 20 Under 40 in Jewelry Retail List.

Jewelers of America's 20 Under 40 is a new recognition program that celebrates young professionals who exemplify leadership skills and a commitment to elevating jewelry retail for tomorrow's jewelry consumers.

Jewelers of America members had the opportunity to nominate someone or themselves for the 20 Under 40 List. According to the official press release, a panel of industry judges reviewed nominees from JA Retail Members across the country and had the difficult task of narrowing the applications down to the 20 individuals who best embody an ability to lead, innovate, and improve a jewelry store's success while adhering to professional ethics.

"Jewelers of America's 20 Under 40 in Jewelry Retail List was designed to recognize young and talented individuals in all facets of the retail jewelry industry," said David Bonaparte, Jewelers of America president and CEO. "These recipients will pave the way for a brighter future and the next generation of jewelry industry professionals."

The 20 Under 40 List recipients are all employed by Jewelers of America Member retail stores. Their job roles span from design, management, marketing, bench jewelers, and more.

For more information about each of the 20 Under 40 List recipients, visit https://www.jewelers.org/ja/events-news/20-under-40.

Read the complete release.