Story Highlight
– Jo Bourne promoted to CMJ membership director.
– Appointment acknowledges her significant recent contributions.
– Role expands to enhance supplier-retailer engagement.
– Structural change aims to strengthen CMJ’s head office.
– Both leaders express excitement for future initiatives.
Full Story
Jo Bourne has been elevated to the position of membership director at the Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ), marking a significant step in her professional journey within the organisation.
This advancement is a recognition of Bourne’s substantial contributions in recent months, during which she has taken on crucial responsibilities and provided key support throughout the CMJ. In her new capacity, she will oversee engagement with both suppliers and retailers, aiming for a more integrated and strategic management of relationships with members.
The decision to promote Bourne is also part of a broader initiative to enhance the CMJ’s head office team, enabling the organisation to better support an expanding array of initiatives and provide greater value to its membership base.
Patrick Turner, managing director of CMJ, expressed his enthusiasm about the restructuring, stating, “I am very pleased with this structural move. Jo’s leadership and commitment have already made a meaningful impact, and this evolution of her role will help take the CMJ to the next level as we continue to support our members and deliver on our ambitions.”
In response to her promotion, Bourne remarked, “Having worked closely with our members as retail membership manager for over three years, I’m excited and passionate about continuing to strengthen our community, supporting both independent retailers and suppliers and working alongside the team to build on the strong foundations already in place. I’m looking forward to what lies ahead for the group.”
