The Jewelers 24 Karat Club of Southern California and its Board of Directors are pleased to announce the Club’s 2018 honorees, who will be recognized during its 74th Annual Dinner Dance and Gala, which will take place at the Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA. on Saturday, October 6th.This year’s Excellence in Service honorees are Thomas Blumenthal [pictured: left]and David Marcus. Blumenthal [pictured: center] is the CEO of Geary’s Beverly Hills, and has been at the helm of the luxury store since 2003. He is the grandson of Fred and Ruth Meyers, who took over the business in 1953 to create a true landmark in Beverly Hills. Marcus is the owner of Marcus Diamonds, Los Angeles. He was instrumental in the creation of the Diamond Club West Coast and served as President for many years. Marcus still sits on the Board of Directors today.
“Tom and David have both made a tremendous impact on our industry, and exemplify a high standard of professionalism, business ethic and a commitment to excellence, true to the 24 Karat Club’s mission,” said Karen Signorino, the 24 Karat Club’s president.
Additionally, the 24 Karat Club is honoring Dave Bindra [pictured: right], of B&B Fine Gems with the 24 Karat Club’s Rising Star Award.
“The Rising Star Award was created to honor a young leader that has shown passion and commitment towards the betterment of our industry,” said Karen Signorino, “Dave is very deserving of this honor as he, in the 10 years since he joined, has helped to grow B&B Fine Gems, the colored stone wholesale business his father and mother built, and has created a niche, boutique house that specializes in very fine quality materials. Dave is currently the President of the Los Angeles Chapter of the GIA Alumni Association and sits on the Board of Directors for the Jewelers Vigilance Committee. He is a gifted professional with a proven dedication to this industry, truly worthy of this honor and recognition.”
For tickets, sponsorship and more information on the honorees please contact Marlowe Sutton at [email protected].
