JA Staff
Meet the people behind Jewelers of America
The staff has a combined total of over 200 years of working for JA and our brands, solidifying the team as a pillar of industry experience and excellent member service.
David J. Bonaparte
President & CEO
Since his appointment to the role in 2013, Dave Bonaparte has been dedicated to the association’s mission of empowering and uniting its members through expert guidance and advocacy, driving excellence, integrity and success in an ever-changing marketplace.
Annie Doresca
Chief Financial and Operating Officer
Annie E. Doresca has held her role she has held since joining the organization in July 2008. She is also the Executive Vice President of the Diamond Council of America, further solidifying her leadership within the jewelry industry.
Amanda Gizzi
Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs
With over 20 years of industry experience, Amanda Gizzi brings a deep passion and unwavering commitment to advancing the jewelry profession, as well as a nationally recognized spokesperson who actively promotes the industry and JA members .
Executive
Sharie Fogarty
Executive Administration Manager
Membership
Regina Ciarleglio
Vice President of Membership & Strategic Partnerships
Lucy Ferreira
Director of Sales
Advertising: lferreira@jewelers.org
Carey Miller
Associate Director of Membership
Dahlia Fyffe
Member Services and Certification Specialist
Marketing, Communications, Public Relations & Events
Molly Fallon
Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Michael D. Coleman
Manager, Digital Services
Emily Russo
Marketing & Communications Manager
Jordan Carmel
Marketing Coordinator
Lauren DuBritz
Public Relations & Events Manager
Finance & Accounting
Byron Barton
Controller
Marjorie Knibbs
Staff Accountant & HR Administrator
Madeline Rivera
Finance & Administration Associate
MJSA Journal
Rich Youmans
VP of Communications, Publisher
Executive Director, MJSA Foundation
Shawna Kulpa
Associate Publisher, Editor
Meg Castillo
Art Director
National Jeweler
Michelle Graff
Editor-in-Chief
Lenore Fedow
Senior Editor, News
Natalie Francisco
Associate Editor, Fashion
Lauren McLemore
Associate Editor, Gemstones
Bobbie Hamburg
National Sales Manager