In a formal announcement, BDB-Bharat Diamond Bourse releases the date for the Leadership Series 2025. According to the details, the Leadership Series 2025 is scheduled to be held throughout the September 22 to 24, 2025. The three days premier events will be held at the iconic BDB Convention Hall, BKC, Mumbai.
The details suggest that the Gemmological Institute of India (GII) is organizing the second symposium on Advances in Gem & Diamond Research and Technology (AGDRT-2025) during 22nd & 23rd September 2025. The main objective of this symposium is to provide a forum to discuss the recent advances in R&D on Gemstones, Diamonds, Pearls, etc among the peers.
The scientific programme of AGDRT-2025 consists of invited talks by experts (10-12), presentation of contributed papers by upcoming research scientists & technologists as orals & posters and panel discussions related to the G&J industry.
On 24th September, 2025, Wednesday, under the theme & title of the ‘Polishing Our Future’ BDB will organise the brainstorming and deliberation on a highly intelligencia with the industry insight following soon after the Series 2024.
The BDB Leadership Series is themed, Polishing Our Future -to highlight our commitment to improving the diamond industry. This theme reflects our focus on overcoming challenges, embracing innovation & fostering growth & excellence.
In the row BDB President, Anoop Mehta said, “after the tremendous success of our 2024 Leadership Series, we’re excited to bring it back this year! Once again, industry leaders and professionals will gather to share insights, discuss emerging trends, and shape the future of the diamond and jewellery sector.”
The BDB Leadership Series 2025 will be the Series as of 2024, packed with engaging sessions, thought leadership, and invaluable networking opportunities. It will attempt to bring together global minds, fresh ideas, and inspired actions for the industry’s future. The key objective of the BDB Leadership Series is to inspire, connect & provide invaluable insights from the industry leaders.
The BDB Leadership Series 2025 will witness,
1: Technological Advancements: Positive impact on the industry by Tom Moses – Thomas M. Moses, Executive Vice President and Chief Laboratory and Research Officer at GIA.
2: Changing business landscape: What does the Future Hold by Liang Weizhang – Liang Weizhang, Founder of HubWis Strategic Creations and former President of the Guangzhou Diamond Exchange.
3: Future Trends in Jewellery: India & Middle East by K.P. Abdul Salam – The Vice Chairman and a founding member of Malabar Group, Pratap Kamath – Dr. Pratap Kamath, Managing Director of Abaran Timeless Jewellery and Amit Pratihari – Managing Director of De Beers India.
4: E Commerce: Opportunities & Challenge will be deliberated by Mithun Sacheti – Mithun Sacheti, Founder-CaratLane, 5: Natural and Lab Grown Diamonds by Ashish Pethe, Industry Veteran.
5: Olivia Landau, Founder and CEO-The Clear Cut.
At the occasion, Mehul Shah, Vice President-DBD said, “time to time BDB will furnish all those related details to our fraternity with the Event Schedule.”
About GII:
A team of highly qualified scientists leads the Department, and gemmologists well-versed in the latest developments in the field. R&D being a vital aspect for the development of an Industry, the GJEPC, along with the BDB, DEAL, GJEA, and MDMA, have decided to take the research activity at GII to the next level by establishing a National Research Centre for Diamonds & Gemstones under its aegis.
Registration Link https://event.bdbindia.org/registration-open/
GII- Advances in Gem & Diamond Research and Technology (AGDRT-2025)
3 Days | 2 Premier Events | One Iconic Venue — BDB, Mumbai
Sept 22–23: GII – AGDRT 2025 | Sept 24: BDB Leadership Series
GII AGDRT 2025
GII- Advances in Gem & Diamond Research and Technology (AGDRT-2025)
Dates: 22nd & 23rd September
Venue: Explore innovations in gemology, diamond tech, lab research, and more.
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