IGI appoints Tiffany Stevens to lead North American business 

Stevens brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as CEO of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) 

Mumbai: The International Gemological Institute (IGI) has appointed Tiffany Stevens as the Chief Business Officer and Head of Sustainability for North America. Stevens, a seasoned industry leader, succeeds Avi Levy, who served as President of IGI North America since 2019. 

Tehmasp Printer, Global CEO of IGI, expressed enthusiasm about the appointment: “We are excited to welcome Tiffany to the team. Her legal and public policy background, along with her extensive industry knowledge and relationships, aligns with our mission to uphold the highest standards of gemological excellence. I look forward to working with Tiffany to continue driving IGI’s growth and thank Avi for his leadership over the past five years. Avi has been instrumental in driving our business through partnerships and brand growth. We are grateful for his contributions and wish him great success in future endeavors.” 

Tiffany Stevens brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as CEO of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC), where she led efforts in sustainable and transparent supply chain practices, significantly impacting advocacy and education in the jewellery sector. Her career has focused on issues such as diamond sanctions, advertising, and environmental impact, working with government and supply chain stakeholders to protect consumer trust. 

“IGI is renowned for its commitment to scientific and ethical integrity,” Stevens said. “This is an exciting business where technology, finesse, and trust converge. I look forward to working with the outstanding IGI team to advance gemology education, promote transparency and responsibility, and uphold our core values of scientific excellence and ethical accountability.” 

Avi Levy reflected on his tenure with gratitude: “It has been an honour to work with the IGI team to serve our customers and the industry. I extend my deepest appreciation to everyone for their support and collaboration during my time at IGI. Tiffany is a respected leader, and I have full confidence in her ability to drive the organization forward.” 

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