ABOUT WADA AWARDS

The World Academy of Design brings to you the 2nd  edition of World Jewellery Design Competition 

‘The WADA Awards’.

Wada is a promise to the Designers of the Industry. In an effort to recognize and reward the designers and professionals for their talent and unwavering commitment to the industry. WADA is an effort that aims to unite the industry not just across borders but also through minds and the spirits. This platform will prove to be a lighthouse for the Jewellery Designers in the coming years. With a panel of judges, widely renown in the Jewellery Industry in different regions of the world, The WADA brings revolutionary minds to the table to reward the best designers with the recognition they deserve. 

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Group Picture with Awardees
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Group Picture of Awardees with Ms. Katrina Perez - Jewellery Blogger / Influencer, France
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Fashion Show
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Fashion Show
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Fashion Show
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Fashion Show
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Ms. Sadaf Sarvamand

1st Position in Necklace Set for Bride in Wada Awards 2023

Mr. Rohit Dhamani

Director Dhamani Jewels, Exec. Director & CEO of Dusoul

Ms. Mahima Verma

Founder/CEO, World Academy of Designs & Wada Awards

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Ms. Katerina Perez

Jewellery Blogger / Influencer, France

Ms. Mahima Verma

Founder/CEO, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

Mr. Tarun Jain

Founder / MD, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

Mr. Rohit Dhamani

Director Dhamani Jewels, Exec. Director & CEO of Dusoul

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Ms. Mahima Verma

Founder / CEO, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

Ms. Astrid Bosshard

Auction Expert, Gemmology Trainer Switzerland

Nidhi Garodia

Creative Director - Sanskriti Jewels

Karan Garodia

Founder - Sanskriti Jewels

Mr. Tarun Jain

Mr. Tarun Jain

Founder & MD, World Academy of Designs & Wada Awards

Mr. Mohamed Saadeldin

1st Position in Necklace Set for Bride Category in Wada Awards 2023

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Press Interaction
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Press Interaction
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Mr. Tarun Jain

Founder / MD, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

Mr. Abdul Salam K.P.

Vice Chairman - Malabar Gold and Diamonds

Mr. Tamjid Abdullah

Deputy CEO - Jawhara Jewellery

Ms. Mahima Verma

Founder / CEO, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

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Mr. Tarun Jain

Founder / MD, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

Mr. Abdul Salam K.P.

Vice Chairman - Malabar Gold and Diamonds

Mr. Vijay Jain

Founder - Meraki Jewellery

Ms. Mahima Verma

Founder / CEO, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

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Mr. Tarun Jain

Founder / MD, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

Ms. Mahima Verma

Founder / CEO, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

Mr. Tarun Jain

Mr. Mohamed Saadeldin

1st Position in Necklace Set for Bride Category in Wada Awards 2023

Mr. Tarun Jain

Ms. Mahima Verma

Founder / CEO, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

Fahima Saif Alfalasi

5th Position in Wada Awards Category Bridal Necklace Set Female Designers

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Ms. Katerina Perez

Jewellery Blogger / Influencer, France

Tsai-Ying Lin

1st Position in Wada Awards Category Wedding Tiara Designers of the World

Representative from

Devji Aurum

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Ms. Shanu Suresh

Emcee Person

Tanusree Mondal

1st Position for Formal Wear Ring in Wada Awards 2023

H.E Laila Rahhall

Founder -CEO Business Gate & I am Africa / women Business Circle- Vice char GCBL - Goodwill Ambasador

Representative from

Malabar Gold & Diamonds

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Ms. Shanu Suresh

Emcee Person

Ms. Mahima Verma

Founder / CEO, World Academy of Design & Wada Awards

Mr. Tarun Jain

Mr. Chandu Siroya

Owner Siroya Jewellers LLC, Vice Chairman Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group

Hsiao Ching Lee

4th Position for Wedding Ring Designers Wada Awards 2023

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Mr. Ahmad Enezan

Public relation and business development manager at Salem Alshueibi Jewellery

Hsiao Ching Lee

2nd Position for Men Formal Wear Accessory Designers Wada Awards 2023

Mr. Ashish Vijay

Chairman & Founder of the House of Ashish Vijay

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Mr. Douglas Hucker

CEO - International Colored Gemston Association USA

Cemresu Erdogan

1st Position in Wedding Accessories for Men Designer Wada Awards 2023

Mr. Tarun Jain

Su Jin Lim

3rd Position for Formal Wear Ring Designers Wada Awards 2023

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Pauline Bai

2nd Position for Men Formal Wear Ring Designers Wada Awards 2023

Tsai-Ying Lin

1st Position for Wada Awards Category Wedding Tiara Designers Wada Awards 2023

Mei Chi Chiu

1st Position for Men Formal Wear Accessory Designers Wada Awards 2023

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Panel of Judges 2024-25

WADA Awards Season - 2

Head of Judges Panel

Dr. Gaetano Cavalieri

Dr. Gaetano Cavalieri

President - CIBJO Italy Head of Judging Panel
  • Italy

One of the most prominent leaders of the World Jewellery industry with over 50 years of expertise in Gemstones, Diamonds, precious metals and an expert of Ethical Trade practices. He is President of CIBJO, since 2001, and also the founder of Vicenzaoro.

Tamjid Abdullah

Tamjid Abdullah

Deputy CEO, Jawhara Jewellery

He was born to a family of jewellers surrounded by artisans & goldsmiths in his growing years. He was trained by his father since the age of 5. He has sparked his keen interest & focus in design & manufacturing.

Sabyasachi Ray

Sabyasachi Ray

Executive Director, GJEPC

A professional business manager & marketer representing Indian Jewellery Industry. Key person to launch IIJS & IIGJ and positioned India in Global market. Executive director at GJEPC India since 1999.

Noora Jamsheer

Noora Jamsheer

Chief Executive officer DANAT

She ventured into the field in 2002 accomplished several significant achievements simultaneously developing her expertise in the diamond & natural resources industries from mines to market.

Rachel Sahar

Rachel Sahar

Founder R.Sahar Diamond

RACHEL SAHAR, founder of R Sahar Diamonds, has an illustrious career spanning over two decades, Rachel brings unparalleled gemstone expertise. Rachel's global industry perspective , gained through collaborations with the world's most prestigious jewellery houses and designers.

Tracey Ellison

Tracey Ellison

The Diamonds Girl - Jewellery Influencer

World Famous on Social media as "TheDiamondsGirl" ambassador for Multiple Luxury brands' with over 1.1 million IG followers. Tracy formerly a Consultant to fortune 100 companies & Brand developer has in depth knowledge of the Jewellery Design Industry.

Oriol Collelldemont

Oriol Collelldemont

GemVision Product Director

Oriol is a Team leader, Product developer, Planner with unusual analytical skills, deep knowledge of marketing & innovative ideas. With MBA in marketing from UCJC (Spain) Oriol is a Certified Diamond Grader with Special skills in jewellery, stone setting & 3D CAD Designing experience of 23 years.

Sonia Esther Soltani

Sonia Esther Soltani

Former Editor in Chief Rapaport

Sonia Esther Soltani is the editor in chief of Rapaport, managing its bimonthly print publication and the online magazine Jewelry Connoisseur by Rapaport. She also oversees news on Rapaport.com and hosts the Jewelry Connoisseur podcast on jewelry history.

Astrid Bosshard

Astrid Bosshard

MA, FGA, DGA, Zurich

A Multi faceted skilled professional Ms. Astrid Bosshard is a gemology trainer, a Jeweller, & an auction house Jewellery Expert. She is a Master in Arts & Archaeology from SOAS London with decades of experience.

Tarun Jain

Tarun Jain

Founder & MD World Academy Of Design
  • United Arab Emirates / India

Innovator in business and technology, Tarun is a Gemologist from Gubelin, SSEF & GIA. With 35 years of hands on experience in Jewellery design and Manufacturing & 15 International Design awards, Tarun has established 3 Design Institute in India & UAE. Former head of Dubai Design Academy - DMCC.

Mahima Verma

Mahima Verma

Founder & CEO World Academy Of Design

Gemologist from SSEF & GIA, Mahima has 13 years of hands on experience in Jewellery design and Manufacturing with 10 International Jewellery Design awards. Mahima also established 3 Design Institute in India & UAE. She is a Gemvision certified Design trainer with over 1500 students worldwide.

SCHEDULE DETAILS 2024-25

Program Schedule for Wada Season - 2

PHASE 1

PHASE 2

JUDGES FOCUS

What We are Looking For

Our esteemed Judges will be focused to judge the designs on the basis of usability, manufacturing, ease of use, practicality, effective wearability, uniqueness of design, and presentation of the over all design. As per the theme rules of the awards, the primary Gemstone to be used is Blue Sapphire. The shape and cut of the Primary stone should be in the limit of possible shape and size of a precious stone like Blue Sapphire. Use of diamonds, pearls, onyx or enamel is permitted as secondary elements of design.
All designers whose designs are shortlisted in top 10 of each category, will be requested to get their designs made in 3D CAD before 10th of August for the purpose of final Judgement.

Supported by:

MANUFACTURING SPONSORS 2023

Disclaimer:

World Academy of Design will only recommend manufacturers to interested participants and not to be responsible for the manufacturing processes, therefore participants are to take full responsibility, monitoring and processes of their manufacturing piece directly with the manufacturer. In case WAOD is not able to source a manufacturer, or for any reason a manufacturer is not able to produce the piece and returns the design at the last moment, WAOD will inform the participant and will not be responsible for such a situation.

Kindly be aware that World Academy of Design cannot guarantee the success or perfect outcome of the jewellery manufacturing process of any referred manufacturer and will not be held responsible for any potential risks that may lead to defects, damages, failures, delays, imperfections or issues that may arise during the manufacturing process or prior to the grand finale.

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