The 7th showroom of Malabar Gold & Diamonds in the USA and the 417th global showroom of the brand was officially inaugurated at Austin, Texas on 7th December by Ms. Na’Cole Thompson, Mayor for the City of Leander, in the presence of Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, MD-International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Faisal AK, Head of Manufacturing, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Ameer CMC, Director of Finance & Admin at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Shaji K, Chief Digital Officer at Malabar Group; Mr. Joseph Eapen, Regional Head of North America operations at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Jasar R, Branch Head of Malabar Gold & Diamonds in the USA; Mr. Barani SM, Deputy branch head at Malabar Gold & Diamonds, other senior management team members, customers & well-wishers.
Chicago, IL: Malabar Gold & Diamonds—one of the world’s most trusted jewelry brands and the 5th largest global jewelry retailer with more than 415 showrooms across 14 countries—has expanded its North American footprint with the grand launch of two new showrooms in the USA and Canada.
Austin, Texas – USA:The Austin showroom was officially inaugurated on December 7 by Ms. Na’Cole Thompson, Mayor for the City of Leander, in the esteemed presence of:Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, MD – International Operations.Mr. Faisal AK, Head of Manufacturing.Mr. Ameer CMC, Director – Finance & Admin.Mr. Shaji K, Chief Digital Officer.Mr. Joseph Eapen, Regional Head – North America.Mr. Jasar R, USA Branch Head.Mr. Barani SM, Deputy Branch Head. along with senior management, customers, and community well-wishers. Designed as one of the brand’s most premium U.S. destinations, the Austin showroom features 20,000+ contemporary and traditional designs in 18K and 22K gold and diamonds, along with customized jewelry design services and a luxurious customer lounge.
The 3rd showroom of Malabar Gold & Diamonds in Canada and the 416th global showroom of the brand was officially inaugurated at Ajax, Ontario on 6th December by Ms. Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business for Ontario, in the presence of Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, MD-International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Faisal AK, Head of Manufacturing, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Ameer CMC, Director of Finance & Admin at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Shaji K, Chief Digital Officer at Malabar Group; Mr. Joseph Eapen, Regional Head of North America operations at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Sharfas N.K, Head of Operations-Canada at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; other senior management team members, customers & well-wishers.
Ajax, Ontario – Canada:The Ajax showroom was inaugurated on December 6 by Ms. Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business, Ontario.As the brand’s flagship showroom in Canada, the Ajax location spans 6,000+ sq. ft. and houses a spectacular offering of 30,000+ designs across gold, diamond, bridal, daily wear, and office wear collections, representing 25+ exclusive Malabar brands.The showroom also features: A custom jewelry design studio.A signature customer lounge.Ample parking for enhanced convenience.
Leadership Speaks:M.P. Ahammed, Chairman, Malabar Group, stated:“North America continues to be a pivotal pillar of our global growth. The launch of our Austin and Ajax showrooms reinforces our mission to bring India’s rich jewelry heritage to the world, while elevating global standards of transparency, quality, and craftsmanship. Every showroom is not just a retail expansion, but a cultural bridge connecting communities and preserving artistic traditions that define our brand.”
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Abdul Salam K.P, Vice Chairman, Malabar Group, emphasized the brand’s values-driven growth:“Our expansion is built on the foundation of responsibility, ethical business practices, and sustainability. Every piece crafted by Malabar Gold & Diamonds upholds respect for people, the environment, and the global supply chain. As we enter new markets, we remain deeply committed to building local partnerships, creating jobs, and delivering a world-class yet ethically grounded shopping experience.”
Shamlal Ahamed, MD – International Operations, highlighted the strategic potential of the region:“North America is one of the most influential and fast-growing jewelry markets globally. The Indian diaspora’s deep cultural affinity for fine jewelry, combined with strong interest from mainstream customers, fuels our confidence in this region. We are planning additional U.S. showrooms in San Francisco, Seattle, Tampa, Virginia, Detroit, Houston, Charlotte, Phoenix, New York, and San Diego, and future expansion in Canada to Calgary, Vancouver, and Montreal.”
A Brand Built on Trust: The Malabar Promise:Malabar Gold & Diamonds is globally recognized for its customer-first policies and unmatched shopping experience, supported by the Malabar Promise, which includes:Transparent pricing. Guaranteed buyback. Lifetime maintenance at any global showroom. Certified diamonds & 100% hallmarked jewelry. Fair pricing & labor practices 100% value on diamond & gold jewelry exchange Responsible sourcing backed by strong ESG commitments
A Legacy of Giving: Strong ESG Commitments:Since 1993, Malabar Group has dedicated 5% of net profits toward ESG initiatives in every country it operates. Key focus areas include:Health • Hunger-Free World • Housing • Education • Women Empowerment • Environment