Alfredo J. Molina
President, Chairman of the Board
G.G., F.G.A., C.G.A.
Intercontinental Gemological Laboratory
Honorary Counsul of Spain
Education
| G.G. | Graduate Gemologist from Gemological Institute of America |
| F.G.A. | Fellow Member of Gemmological Association of Great Britain (with distinction) |
| R.J. | Registered Jeweler from American Gem Society |
| C.G. | Certified Gemologist from American Gem Society |
| C.G.A. | Certified Gemologist Appraiser from American Gem Society |
Experience
| 2006 - Present | Chairman of Black, Starr & Frost |
| 1987 - Present | Chairman of Molina Fine Jewelers |
| 1982 - Present | President of Intercontinental Gemological Laboratory Inc. |
| 1980 - Present | President of Jewels Replacement Company |
| 1979 - Present | Professional Jewelry Appraiser and Consultant |
| 1979 - 1987 | Vice-President and Co-Owner of a Phoenix-based fine jewelry company |
| 1975 - 1979 | Manager and Buyer for Chicago Import/Export Gem Company |
| 1967 - 1975 | Apprentice Bench Jeweler under mentorship of Grandfather |
Professional Organizations
- American Society of Appraisers: Member, Past President, Chapter 37, Region 8
- GIA Alumni Association: Member, Past President
- Jewelers of America: Member, Past Vice Chairman of JA Council
- 24kt Club of Southern California: Member
- Arizona Jewelers Association: Member, Past President, Past Director
- Jewelers Security Alliance: Member
- Internal Revenue Service: Qualified Appraiser
- Accredited Gemologist Association: Education Committee Chairman, Past Regional Governor, Past MGA Program Co-Chairman
- Prince Charles Youth Business Trust: Member, Past Board of Directors Member
- Federal Bureau of Investigation Citizens Academy: Member
Awards
- National Caring Award
- Caring Americans Hall of Fame
- CEO Hall of Fame
- Gift of Life Award
- Entrepreneur of the Year
- Spirit of Philanthropy Award
- Circle of Distinction
- Community Lifeline Award
- National Jewelers Hall of Fame
- Leaders of Distinction Award
- Jewelers That Care Award