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Welcome to the community!

"Education is the cornerstone of every society. Gathering knowledge and preparing the next generation of gemmologists, diamond graders and designers is our mission. We have managed to assemble a variety of courses, for beginners as well as academic levels, online and in our classrooms globally and even pre-recorded courses to learn from the comfort of your home and at your own pace.

Your passion and dedication for expertise is what drives innovation, trust and transparency in our industry. We will help you in becoming that expert and shape your path in the field of your choice. The diamond industry is a small world but a tight community. Since 1974 we educated more than 240.000 alumni. So be prepared to join a community of excited and enthusiastic people that share the same love for the field of gemmology, jewellery design and diamonds. All in different fields, but all in love with the magic of stones.

But most of all: have fun, enjoy the beautiful world of gemstones and diamonds and really connect with your fellow students. The road to knowledge is just as exciting as the certificate in the end. I promise.”

Ellen Joncheere
CEO HRD Antwerp

Meet our Team

Vidhya Majumdar
Senior education manager
Vidhyaa Majumdar is a subject matter expert in the gem and jewellery industry. With rich industry experience of 29 years, she has covered all the major aspects of the stated industry. Her love for teaching is not limited to diamonds and gemstones but forays into retail sales and consumer awareness as well. She is also an HRD Diamond Graduate, GIA Graduate Gemologist, GIA AJP, GIA Pearl Graduate and holds a additional gemmology diplomas and certifications from internationally renowned institutions. Vidhyaa is currently the Global Compliance & Education Director at HRD Antwerp. Her current role in education is to work on all the branches of the department.
Fabio D'Amico
Head teacher
Fabio D’Amico is a distinguished expert in the diamond and gemstone industry, with over 26 years of international experience across multiple facets of the trade. He is recognized for his extensive expertise in gemmology, gemstone grading, tutoring and jewellery sales management, coupled with a proven track record in education and leadership. As the Head of Lecturers at HRD Antwerp, one of the world's leading diamond certification and education institutions, Fabio has been instrumental in advancing the organization’s gemmological training programs. His role includes overseeing curriculum development, training future gemologists, and ensuring that HRD Antwerp remains at the forefront of gemmological education. His commitment to high standards in both teaching and industry practice reflects his belief in the necessity of strong ethical values, decisiveness, and a sense of responsibility in gemmology. Throughout his career, Fabio has built a reputation for his in-depth knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and passion for nurturing the next generation of professionals in the diamond industry. His ability to communicate complex gemmological concepts in a clear, engaging manner has made him a respected tutor and mentor globally. Fabio is also known for navigating the challenges of working with a diverse and sometimes demanding clientele, showing adaptability and professionalism in all interactions.
Eva Gysel
Administration
Eva is our administrative clerk, answering all your questions on courses, guiding you through the payment process and preparing all your classes.
Sandra Hermans
HR education
Sandra is HR manager for HRD Antwerp and oversees the hiring of our teachers. Thanks to her insights and her many years of experience, she helps our international team of teachers and guides them through all rules and regulations.
Mark Meukens
CFO
Mark is the CFO of HRD Antwerp and supervises all our financial processes. Together with the finance team, they follow up on your payments, gift vouchers, education discounts and the education budget.