AGTA Staff

The AGTA has carefully assembled a team of talented and experienced individuals to serve its members and the gemstone industry. The Association’s headquarters is located in Dallas, Texas.

John W. Ford, Sr.

CEO

Kimmie Petersen

Director of Trade Shows and Operations

Sheri Connell

Systems & Projects Manager

Alex Canas

Marketing Manager

Benjamin Corey

Accounting Manager

Matt Hall

Tradeshow Coordinator

Ailyn Gonzalez

Social Media Coordinator

Jennifer Heebner

Editor in Chief

Meier Opalek

Retail Membership Coordinator

Skip Woodward

Director of Security

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