Richline Shakes Up Jewelry Leadership

RAPAPORT... Richline Group has promoted three team members to executivepositions in its jewelry division, following the appointment of Dave Meleski (pictured) as CEO. Bobby Kempler will take on the newly created role ofpresident of the jewelry segment, the Berkshire Hathaway-owned manufacturersaid last week. Kempler joined Richline in 2017 after its acquisition of SamuelAaron Group, of which he was CEO. Ramona Genao-Archibald has become executive vice presidentfor jewelry sales and merchandising, working alongside Kempler. Additionally, Michael Schwartz will be president ofInverness, Richline's ear-piercing and accessories division, replacing AlanKaufman, who will retire on December 31. Kaufman will assist with thetransition before leaving, with Schwartz assuming the role on September 1. "We are optimistic about our future, thanks to akey group of experienced, committed executives that will continue to advanceour position as a customer-first, innovative, responsible company," Meleskisaid.