Matthew Tratner Takes On Role at GIA

RAPAPORT... The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has appointedMatthew Tratner global director of business development. Tratner will be responsible for expandingand deepening the GIA's relationships with retailers and other stakeholders. "Matt's industry experience will play an invaluable role aswe work to meet the needs of the gem and jewelry industry, and further ourmission of ensuring the public trust," Anna Martin, GIA senior vice presidentof global business development and beneficiation, said Monday. A 15-year veteran of the jewelry industry, Tratner waspreviously director of membership and sales at Jewelers of America (JA) and thepublisher of National Jeweler. He will be based in the New York office, and will report toMartin, the GIA added. Image: Matthew Tratner. (GIA)