September 22, 2021

The American Gem Society presented several prestigious awards during Conclave in Dallas, Texas, September 12–14. On September 12, during the Morning Breakfast Keynote, Marc Altman, CGA, Chair of the International Guilds Council, presented three awards, the John J. Kennedy Award, the Guild of the Year Award for 2020, and the Guild of the Year Award for 2021. The John J. Kennedy Award, which is given to individuals who have been exemplary in their contribution to the safety and security of the entire jewelry industry, was presented to FBI Special Agent Daniel Gimenz, “We selected Special Agent Gimenz for all his efforts in helping