David Gotlib, President AWDC
ANTWERP The Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC), the industry organization representing
Antwerp’s 1600 diamond companies and service providers, has appointed David Gotlib as its new President,
replacing outgoing President Chaim Pluczenik. The Board also appointed Sahag Arslanian and Amish Jain as Vice
Presidents.
David Gotlib, born and bred in the family business, is a third generation diamantaire, leading one of Antwerp’s
prominent midstream companies, I.D.R.P. Group. Widely respected within the Antwerp diamond community,
Gotlib is known for his strong commitment to defend and promote the interests of the trade hub, among others
in his role as President of the Antwerp Diamond Bourse and on the AWDC Board of Directors. David Gotlib is
also the creative force behind the eponymous jewelry brand, creating bespoke, designer cufflinks.
David Gotlib, President AWDC: “I thank my fellow board members for their confidence. I would also like to
express my gratitude to former President Chaim Pluczenik, who took upon himself the difficult task of guiding the
Antwerp diamond industry through one of its most challenging episodes. Antwerp has again demonstrated its
resilience to push through these difficult moments, and together with the Board and the AWDC team, it will be
an honor to continue the hard work of my predecessors, ensuring Antwerp can continue on a path of growth.”
Symbolizing a new generation of diamantaires assuming leadership roles, alongside the appointment of
new President Gotlib, the Board also elected two new Vice-Presidents, Sahag Arslanian, Managing Director
of the Arslanian Group, and Amish Jain, Owner of N.N. Diamonds. The Board also welcomed Victor Gabel,
representing the Antwerp Diamond bourse, to the Board.
Ari Epstein, CEO AWDC:” I congratulate the new leadership of the board on their appointment. Mr. Gotlib, Mr.
Arslanian and Mr. Jain can count on the support of the entire AWDC team. They all have formidable experience
in the diamond industry and I’m convinced that under their guidance and leadership, Antwerp will thrive in the
coming years ahead.”