2024-08-21

We are pleased to present to you the profiles of the MSB Ambassadors, selected by the IAA Board. The purpose of granting the distinction "IAA AMBASSADOR" is to honor individuals who are owners of companies and galleries, artists, scientists, representatives of: local governments, organizations associating entrepreneurs, cultural institutions, organizers of fairs, non-governmental organizations, etc., who actively promote the activities of the International Amber Association in the country of their residence or business and in the opinion of the IAA Board deserve a special distinction.

Iman Abdallah and Kamil Raed are the owners of the well-known and successful jewelry brand "Iman's Jewellery", which specializes in the production and sale of amber jewelry. The "Iman's Jewellery" galleries are located in Iraq and Sweden, which reflects the international reach of amber promotion. They are long-standing and active members of the International Amber Association, consistently supporting MSB events and initiatives. Their activities have significantly contributed to the promotion of the MSB both in Sweden and Iraq.

Janusz Fudała, author of the Ambersafari project, collector and owner of the largest amber block in the world, which is currently in the collection of the Amber Museum in Gdańsk. Creator of the author's collection of fossil resins from the world at the Museum of the Earth of the Polish Academy of Sciences in Warsaw - "Amber known and unknown in the collection of J Fudała". Originator of the exhibition "Amber around the world// Amber around the world", a unique project presenting jewellery made of Baltic, Dominican and Sumatran amber. Active member of the International Amber Association since 2004.

Fadhel Hashem, member of the International Amber Association (IAA), is a prominent figure in the Kuwaiti amber industry. As the owner of "Mr. Ambers", a company specializing in the sale of amber jewellery and sculptures, Fadhel has made a significant contribution to the promotion of amber in the region. His dedication is evident in his active efforts to raise awareness of the association's mission in Kuwait. Notably, Fadhel played a key role in supporting the exhibition “Baltic Amber Treasure from Poland” at the Polish Embassy in Kuwait and Galeria 360, showcasing his commitment to promoting international cultural and trade ties through amber.

Jessie Liu Hsiang-Hsiu has over 20 years of experience in the amber industry. She is the brand manager of Amber Felix, which specializes in selling amber jewelry on Taiwanese television. She has always been passionate about promoting Baltic amber and Polish amber jewelry. Amber Felix received the IAA “Amber Sparking” award in 2023. The company is also a strong promoter of IAA laboratory services - most of the amber jewelry sold on TV is certified by the IAA laboratory.

The awards ceremony will take place during the exhibitors’ evening on the first day of Amberif AUTUMN 2024.

See you there!