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Akram Cassim returns for third term as SLGJA president
The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association has re-elected veteran jeweller and designer Akram Cassim to lead the organisation for a third consecutive term. The newly constituted board combines experienced and emerging voices as the sector prepares for major milestones ahead.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Akram Cassim has been returned to the presidency of the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) following the organisation's recent Annual General Meeting, marking his third term leading the influential industry body.
Cassim, a recognised figure in Sri Lanka's jewellery sector known for his design expertise and industry leadership, will continue guiding the Association through a period of strategic growth and development.
The newly elected board represents a deliberate balance between seasoned professionals and emerging talent within the gem and jewellery industry. This composition reflects the Association's commitment to maintaining institutional knowledge while fostering the next generation of sector leaders.
The SLGJA has signalled its focus on two key priorities during Cassim's tenure: the staging of FACETS Sri Lanka 2027 and the Association's 25th anniversary celebrations. These milestones represent significant opportunities for the local gem and jewellery sector to enhance its regional and international profile.