The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), the apex body representing India’s gems and jewellery sector, is continuing its landmark collaboration with IIM Ahmedabad through GemLead Focus, an exclusive executive masterclass aimed at strengthening leadership, business excellence and advanced professional development within the industry.
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Building on the success of its inaugural edition last year, the latest edition of the programme is being held from 31st August to 3rd September 2026 at the IIM Ahmedabad campus. The residential learning programme brings together prominent professionals and entrepreneurs from the gems and jewellery sector for an intensive educational experience led by IIMA’s distinguished faculty.
Industry Leaders to Share Business Insights
The programme will also feature Mr. Pankaj R. Patel, Chairman of Zydus Lifesciences, and Mr. Sandeep Engineer, Managing Director of Astral Polytechnik Ltd., as esteemed guest speakers.
Through immersive, in-depth and interactive sessions, the two industry leaders will share their experiences and perspectives with participants. The sessions are designed to provide valuable insights, allow direct engagement with experienced business leaders and help participants apply key learnings to their professional and business journeys.
GemLead Focus Covers Key Areas of Business Development
The executive masterclass includes a carefully designed curriculum covering several important areas relevant to business owners and industry leaders.
Family Business and Scaling Up
The programme will focus on:
- Family Business Dynamics: Hurdle to Growth
- Professionalisation in Family Business
Strategy and Behaviour for Growth
Participants will explore:
- Leading for Growth
- Preparing and Executing Business Strategies
- Developing and Empowering Human Capital
Valuation and Wealth Management
Key areas under this segment include:
- Valuation of Early Stage Firms and Understanding Cost of Capital
- M&A – Deal Arithmetic
- A Goal-Oriented Asset Allocation Approach for Wealth
- Legacy Wealth Management for Multiple Generations
The programme aims to combine academic learning with practical business knowledge, helping participants strengthen their leadership capabilities, improve strategic decision-making and prepare their businesses for long-term growth in an increasingly competitive environment.
GJC Leadership Highlights the Importance of GemLead Focus
Mr. Rajesh Rokde, Chairman, GJC:
“GemLead Focus continues to shape the leadership pipeline of the gems and jewellery industry. Through this collaboration with IIM Ahmedabad, we aim to provide our members with transformative learning that helps them scale their businesses, drive innovation, and embrace global best practices. By integrating insights on family business professionalisation, strategy execution, and wealth management, this programme empowers our members to lead with clarity, innovate with confidence, and build resilient, future-ready enterprises.”
Mr. Avinash Gupta, Vice Chairman, GJC:
“We are delighted to continue our collaboration with IIMA through GemLead Focus. The gems and jewellery sector is a vital contributor to India’s economy, and this programme is tailored to strengthen leadership, enhance managerial excellence, and prepare industry leaders for future challenges. The addition of distinguished guest speakers further enriches the learning experience, offering perspectives that will inspire participants to think beyond boundaries.”
Mr. Ketan Choksi, Convenor, GemLead:
“GemLead Focus builds on the strengths of GJC and IIM Ahmedabad to deliver a transformative learning experience exclusively for the gems and jewellery industry. Designed to provide actionable insights and practical tools, the programme equips participants to drive sustainable growth, enhance competitiveness, and lead with excellence in a rapidly evolving business landscape. The inclusion of eminent guest speakers ensures that participants gain perspectives from leaders who have successfully navigated diverse industries.”
About GJC
The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) is a national trade council established to support the interests, growth and development of India’s gems and jewellery industry through a comprehensive and inclusive approach.
As a self-regulated apex industry body, GJC has served for more than two decades as a bridge between the Government and the trade. The organisation has undertaken several initiatives focused on the advancement, formalisation and protection of the Indian gems and jewellery industry.
Media Contact
Pratik Joshi
All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC)
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FAQ’s
1. What is the GemLead Focus programme?
GemLead Focus is an exclusive executive masterclass created through the collaboration between the All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) and IIM Ahmedabad. The programme is designed specifically for professionals and entrepreneurs in India’s gems and jewellery industry and focuses on leadership, business excellence and advanced development.
2. When and where is GemLead Focus 2026 being held?
The GemLead Focus programme is being held from 31st August to 3rd September 2026 at the IIM Ahmedabad campus. It offers participants an immersive residential learning experience led by IIMA’s distinguished faculty.
3. Who are the guest speakers at GemLead Focus 2026?
The programme features Mr. Pankaj R. Patel, Chairman of Zydus Lifesciences, and Mr. Sandeep Engineer, Managing Director of Astral Polytechnik Ltd. They will share their business experiences and perspectives through interactive sessions with participants.
4. What topics are covered under the GemLead Focus masterclass?
The programme covers family business dynamics, professionalisation, business scaling, leadership, strategy execution, human capital development, valuation of early-stage firms, cost of capital, M&A deal arithmetic, asset allocation and legacy wealth management for multiple generations.
5. What is the role of GJC in India’s gems and jewellery industry?
The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council is a national trade council and self-regulated apex industry body representing India’s gems and jewellery sector. For more than two decades, GJC has acted as a bridge between the Government and the trade while supporting the industry’s growth, formalisation, advancement and protection.
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