Industry leaders will reveal strategies behind jewellery businesses that flourish during challenging times in a panel discussion at Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) 2025. 

“Beyond Craftsmanship: The Role of Innovation and Consumer Insights in Sustaining Jewellery Businesses” takes place on November 11 from 3:15pm to 5:15pm at The Golden Stage.

Tawhid Abdulla, chairman of Dubai Jewellery Group (DJG) and CEO of Jawhara Jewellery; Nishith Shah, managing director of La Marquise Jewellery; Ashish Garg, head of Business at KGK Diamonds & Jewellery Middle East; and Lisa Vainio, Market Development and Public Policy lead of the World Gold Council (WGC) will share their insights on key factors affecting today’s jewellery market and how the trade can thrive amid uncertainties. The panel discussion will be moderated by JNA Associate Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Ollie Quiniquini.

Organised by DJG, the session will examine how innovation and deep consumer understanding drive sustainable growth in an era marked by geopolitical uncertainties, global trade tensions and rapidly evolving consumer preferences. 

It will also explore cutting-edge strategies employed by forward-thinking businesses to foster creativity and entrepreneurship while cultivating jewellery appreciation among younger generations and navigating complex market dynamics.

Click here to register for JGTD 2025