16 | JNA March/April 2025 SPOTLIGHT 市场聚焦 Meet the judges of the Sustainability Awards 2025 by JWA Five experts, representing a diverse range of knowledge and experience from within and outside the jewellery industry, have been chosen to select the winners of the Sustainability Awards 2025 by JWA (Jewellery World Awards), according to events organiser Informa Markets Jewellery. The judging panel consists of John Mulligan, head of Sustainability Strategy at the World Gold Council (WGC) and president of the Sustainable Development Commission of the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO); Brandee Dallow, president of Ethical Metalsmiths and chief sustainability officer of Grandview Klein Diamonds; Caroline Yuan, vice president of the Shanghai Diamond Exchange (SDE); Andrew Lau, director of ESG Advisory for Colliers Asia; and Jan Porter, director of ESG at Meiyume, a B2B provider of beauty solutions. Invaluable platform Mulligan, who also served as judge last year, said, “In a world facing unprecedented social and environmental challenges, against a backdrop of escalating tensions and increased fragmentation, we need to find platforms to communicate and celebrate our shared sustainability goals. We also need to come together to develop a clearer vision of what success might look like if jewellery industry practitioners focus on positive actions and outcomes beyond their direct markets and products. I hope these Awards will continue to foster that common understanding and convergence, while inspiring others in the industry to commit to embedding sustainability at the heart of their businesses.” Dallow, for her part, said the Awards transcends traditional notions of excellence by recognising the profound intersection of artistry, innovation and ethical responsibility. “As our industry continues to evolve, it is imperative that we celebrate those who not only elevate craftsmanship and design but also champion sustainability, transparency and purposeful leadership,” she noted. Returning judges Lau and Porter said they were looking forward to seeing more innovations from the jewellery industry. Lau remarked, “As a sustainability professional, it is fascinating to see the positive progress in sustainability within the jewellery industry. Despite a tougher market environment, investing in ESG consistently yields positive impacts on financial returns, the environment (our Earth) and social well-being (our community).” Yuan added SDE was delighted to see JWA's evolution from a platform that recognises industry excellence “into something even more profound.” Informa Markets Jewellery’s Director of Jewellery Fairs Celine Lau said, “Purposefully assembled, our panel embodies a diverse spectrum of knowledge – from our very own jewellery community to experts deeply engaged in sustainable business practices within their respective domains – all aimed at fortifying the objectivity and equity of the awards. Our primary objective is to guarantee that the most deserving entries receive the recognition they have rightfully earned.” 2025 edition The categories for the Sustainability Awards 2025 are Environmental Stewardship: Life Below Water & Life On Land; Community Catalyst; Tech For A Sustainable Future; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; and Sustainability Leadership. To qualify, candidates must present evidence of the launch, implementation or completion, along with the tangible outcomes, of their sustainability initiatives in 2024. Eligible companies may enter up to two categories, with each submission to be completed individually through Jewellery industry leaders and sustainability experts power the independent jury of Informa Markets Jewellery’s Sustainability Awards 2025 by JWA. 2025年JWA可持续发展大奖主办机构Informa Markets Jewellery公布 ， 大奖的独立评审团将由珠宝行业领导和可持续发展专家组成。 2025年JWA可持续发展大奖 公布评审团名单
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