Corporate Profile for Gemological Institute of America, dated July 19, 2002.Business Editors --(BUSINESS WIRE) The following Corporate Profile is available for inclusion in your files. News releases for this client are distributed by Business Wire and also become part of the leading databases and online services, including all of the leading Internet-based services. -0-
Published Date: July 19, 2002
Company Name: Gemological Institute of America
Address: 5345 Armada Drive
Carlsbad, Calif. 92008
Main Telephone
Number: 760/603-4000
Internet Home
Page Address
(URL) www.gia.edu
Chief Executive
Officer: Bill Boyajian
Chief Financial
Officer: Bob Buscher
Public Relations
Contact: Alex Angelle
Business number: 760/603-4112
E-mail address: alex.angelle@gia.edu
Industry: gems and jewelry
Company description: The Gemological Institute of America The Gemological Institute of America, or GIA, is a non-profit institute dedicated to research and education in the field of gemology. The GIA is also well known for its gem identification and grading services, and developed the famous "four Cs" (Cut, Clarity, Color and Carat (GIA Noun 1. GIA - a terrorist organization of Islamic extremists whose violent activities began in 1992; aims to overthrow the secular Algerian regime and replace it with an Islamic state; "the GIA has embarked on a terrorist campaign of civilian massacres" , an independent nonprofit organization Nonprofit Organization An association that is given tax-free status. Donations to a non-profit organization are often tax deductible as well. Notes: Examples of non-profit organizations are charities, hospitals and schools. , is recognized as the world's foremost authority in the grading and identification of diamonds, gemstones and pearls. Established in 1931, GIA has translated its expert knowledge into the most respected gemological education available. In 1953, the Institute created the International Diamond Grading System(TM) which, today, is recognized by virtually every professional jeweler in the world. Through research, education, and gemological laboratory services, the Institute is dedicated to protecting the interests of both the public and the jewelry jewelry, personal adornments worn for ornament or utility, to show rank or wealth, or to follow superstitious custom or fashion. The most universal forms of jewelry are the necklace, bracelet, ring, pin, and earring. industry alike. |
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