DPA announces appointment!
Kristina Buckley Kayel MD to DPA North American division The Diamond Producers Association (DPA), an international alliance of the world's leading diamond mining companies, announces the appointment of Kristina Buckley Kayel as Managing Director of its North American division. Ms. Buckley Kayel, who assumes her new role on February 4, 2019, will be responsible for developing and implementing the DPA’s consumer marketing and communications strategy, with a focus upon the “Real is Rare. Real is a Diamond.” platform, as well as represent the DPA in local trades and organizations within North America. She will report directly to Jean-Marc Lieberherr, the Chief Executive Officer of the DPA. Ms. Buckley Kayel’s unique background and extensive experience in strategic marketing, communications and digital leadership roles well positions Ms. Buckley Kayel to spearhead the DPA’s mission to restore, protect and promote the integrity and reputation of natural diamonds, es