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A match made in heaven: Co-ordinating and customizing matching wedding bands

April 27, 2018

While for some couples, only one of the pair will actually wear a wedding ring, for many the design of the rings is a very important part of planning their lives together. Having worked with and designed hundreds of wedding rings over the years, it is fascinating to look back at some of the variety there has been.

Lessons from the pirates: Compensation and corporate benefits

April 17, 2018

When you look at the pirates’ rules relating to compensation, it becomes apparent they left very little room for questions or conflict. The compensation was clearly stated for all positions onboard.

Lessons from the pirates: Employment criteria

March 29, 2018

We often think of pirates as barbaric, dirty, and unorganized. However, in reality, pirates knew they needed to manage crew expectations with regard to the execution and leadership of their activities--skills that are also crucial in running a family business.

The twin Hong Kong shows: Record numbers, cautious optimism

March 22, 2018

Collectively forming the world’s largest showplace for gems and jewellery, the twin shows recently organized by HKTDC attracted record numbers of exhibitors and buyers.

Silver splendour

February 22, 2018

It's sometimes assumed silver must play second fiddle to gold, but this metal offers elegant, stylish shimmer that never goes out of fashion. Bask in the gentle glow of these understated pieces and offer your customers silvery styles that go for gold.

Family business continuity: A well-oiled machine

February 22, 2018

Overcoming negative trends in family business succession is only possible if attention is paid to the many moving parts inherent in running a business as a family. This article, the second in a two-part series, delves into each of these items and the considerations that must be made to ensure they work cohesively.

Staying strong: Projecting a bright future for diamonds

February 22, 2018

They say history repeats itself, and that it’s a fool’s errand to attempt to predict the future, but it is still worth asking: in the diamond industry, where are we and where are we headed?

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A match made in heaven: Co-ordinating and customizing matching wedding bands

Lessons from the pirates: Compensation and corporate benefits

Lessons from the pirates: Employment criteria

The twin Hong Kong shows: Record numbers, cautious optimism

Silver splendour

Family business continuity: A well-oiled machine

Staying strong: Projecting a bright future for diamonds

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