Pat Dambe, who has spent the last eight years as De Beers’ head of corporate affairs, has been “seconded” to Botswana’s ministry of minerals and energy, where she will work on marketing and brand development for natural diamonds.

A “secondment” means someone is removed from their regular post for a temporary position elsewhere. Dambe will work at the ministry for two years, promoting natural diamonds and the Botswana diamond story globally. She also will help the country increase its participation in the diamond value chain. Dambe’s specific focus will be the U.S. market.

“By collaborating with critical stakeholders, she will play a vital role in ensuring the country innovates and adapts to meet changing consumer demands while promoting the provenance of Botswana diamonds,” said a statement from the ministry.

Dambe, who is also international committee chair of the Black in Jewelry Coalition, spoke with JCK in 2021 regarding the outbreak of the omicron COVID variant in Botswana.

(Photo courtesy of Pat Dambe)

 

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