About us

Illuminating Lives Through Natural Diamonds

Welcome to Diamonds Do Good

Where the brilliance of natural diamonds extends far beyond their physical beauty.

We are a global nonprofit that supports and celebrates the positive impact that natural diamonds have on communities around the world, while giving back to those who live and work in natural diamond communities. 

We believe that every diamond has a story – a story of transformation, empowerment, and hope. We invite you to explore these stories, learn about the real people behind your diamond’s journey, and discover how your choice can contribute to a brighter future for communities around the world.

Our Mission & History

Our Mission

We are a global nonprofit that supports and celebrates the positive impact that natural diamonds have on communities around the world.

Our Vision

We envision a world where the natural diamond industry is universally recognized as a force for positive change, creating opportunities, fostering sustainable development, and illuminating lives across the globe.

Our History

Founded in 2007, inspired by Nelson Mandela’s encouragement to tell the positive story of natural diamonds, we’ve grown into a global organization. Today, we serve as an impartial third-party authenticator, showcasing the meaningful contributions of natural diamonds to communities worldwide.

From education and healthcare initiatives to entrepreneurship programs and environmental conservation efforts, we support a wide range of projects that create lasting, positive change. By choosing a natural diamond, you become part of this inspiring journey of impact.

Join us in our drive to ensure that diamonds not only symbolize love and commitment but also embody hope, opportunity, and sustainable development. Together, we can make every diamond a force for good.

Meet the Team

The faces behind our sparkle

At Diamonds Do Good, our strength lies in the diverse expertise and passionate commitment of our board members and staff. Led by a dedicated Board of Directors and supported by talented staff, our team brings together industry leaders, community advocates, and sustainability experts from across the global diamond industry and beyond. From experienced jewelers and diamond industry veterans to marketing innovators and community development specialists, each member contributes unique insights to drive our mission forward.

Together, we’re working tirelessly to create positive change in diamond-producing communities and share these impactful stories with the world, ensuring that the brilliance of natural diamonds continues to illuminate lives around the globe.

Nancy Orem Lyman

Executive Director and Vice President

Nancy Orem Lyman is the Executive Director and Vice President of the Diamond Empowerment Fund. She has over 20 years of experience in both for-profit and non-for-profit organizations.

Prior to joining the Diamond Empowerment Fund in 2010, Ms. Orem Lyman’s experience included working as a strategy consultant developing communications and engagement approaches that connect businesses with relevant social issues and cause organizations. She was instrumental in working with organizations to drive progress on the UN Millennium Development Goals while being a driving force around the issues of environmental justice, climate change, and women’s empowerment.

Ms. Orem Lyman has had prior experience in the diamond industry as Education Outreach Director for the World Diamond Council and Director of Consumer Confidence for De Beers Group Marketing while working at JWT Advertising. During this time she developed her strong interest and commitment to sustainability and sustainable development. Travel for her position included the developing countries of Sierra Leone, South Africa and Botswana where first hand observations were made on the positive impact responsible business practices could mean for communities. She started her career working at global advertising agencies including Leo Burnett, Y&R and JWT.

Her work at the Diamond Empowerment Fund has taken her throughout Africa visiting the organization’s beneficiaries including the diamond rich areas of Botswana, South Africa, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo, as well as to India where 14 out of 15 rough diamonds are polished.

Madison Harvey

Associate Programs Director

Madison Harvey is a creator and storyteller with a passion for natural diamonds. With a background in Journalism from Auburn University, Madison loves to share the positive impact that natural diamonds have all over the world. Since joining the Diamonds Do Good team in 2020, Madison has shared stories of miners, manufacturers, and retailers who are making a positive impact on the industry.

Madison is recently engaged and understands the marketing and advertising campaigns that appeal to both Millennials and Gen-Z through social media, video content, and yes—even Tik Tok. Madison uses her personal social media platforms to educate her peers on buying natural diamond engagement rings, introduce them to new brands and designers making a difference, and further share the stories of Diamonds Do Good.

Raised in Birmingham, Alabama, and residing in Brooklyn for the last few years, Madison resides in Minot, North Dakota, while her husband serves in the United States Air Force.

Meet the Board

Mike Alexander

Chief Operating Officer, Jewelers Mutual Group

Sarin Bachmann

Group Vice President, RX Jewelry Portfolio

David Bonaparte

President & CEO of Jewelers of America

Dr. Benjamin Chavis

Civil Rights Leader & Diamonds Do Good Co-Founder

Kathy Corey

President, Diamonds Do Good | Former Owner & Board Member, Day's Jewelers

Nathalie Diamantis

CEO and President, Pomellato Group Americas

Peter Engel

President-Elect, Diamonds Do Good | Industry Consultant

Rebecca Foerster

President, Hearts on Fire

Jack Gabriel

Founder/CEO, Gabriel & Co.

Christina Gandia Gambale

CEO and Co-Owner, Greenwich St. Jewelers

Stephanie Gottlieb

Designer & CEO, Stephanie Gottlieb LLC

Bobbi Hansen

Director of Merchandising, Fred Meyer Jewelers

Abhay Javeri

Founder , S.D.C. Designs

Ellen Junger

Chief Marketing Officer, Helzberg Diamonds

Allison Katz

President, Krupp Group PR

Mark Klein

Director of Operations, Julius Klein Diamonds

Nilesh Kothari

Managing Director, Jewelex

Eddie LeVian

CEO, LeVian Corp.

Avi Levy

President, IGI

Anna Martin

Immediate Past-President, Diamonds Do Good; Senior Industry Consultant

Sally Morrison

Director of PR Natural Diamonds, De Beers Group

Kristie Nicolosi

CEO, Kingswood Company

Lola Oladunjoye

Designer, Lola Fenhirst

Piyush Patel

Partner, Dharmanandan Diamonds

Pritesh Patel

Senior VP & COO, GIA

Constance Polamalu

COO, Zachary's Jewelers | Founder, Birthright Foundry

Kealeboga Pule

Founder & Managing Director, Nungu Diamonds

Craig Rottenberg

President, Long's Jewelers

Andrew Siegel

COO, Hamilton Jewelers

Dov Tannenbaum

Principal, Leo Schachter Diamonds

Marcus ter Haar

Not-For-Profit Advisor

Iris Van Der Veken

Executive Director, Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030