E
ach year, Jewelers of America’s 20 Under 40 
celebrates emerging leaders who are helping shape the future of the  
jewelry industry. 
This year’s class included two groups—20 retailers and 20 suppliers—
representing a diverse cross-section of retailers, designers, manufacturers, and 
suppliers who are bringing fresh ideas, embracing new technologies, and incorporating 
entrepreneurial thinking in every facet of the jewelry business. 
While their career paths all differ, they share a common passion for bettering the 
industry and preparing it for what’s next.
To get to know the 2026 class beyond their professional accomplishments, we 
asked each of them the same set of questions, covering everything from AI and 
cybersecurity to the passions that drive them and their tips for being productive. 
Their responses offer a candid look at where they believe the industry is headed, and 
why the future of jewelry is in good hands.
20 UNDER
40
INSIDE THE MINDS 
OF JEWELRY’S 
FUTURE LEADERS
CONVERSATIONS  
WITH JEWELERS  
OF AMERICA’S  
20 UNDER 40
By Amanda Gizzi
60          RETAILER HALL OF FAME 2026

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