Note From Beth Gerstein, CEO of Brilliant Earth, On the Passing of Dr. Jane Goodall

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brilliant Earth Co-Founder and CEO Beth Gerstein shares a personal message on the loss of her friend and collaborator, Dr. Jane Goodall, and the ongoing efforts to honor her legacy.

*"I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my friend and collaborator, Dr. Jane Goodall. Her life and legacy are nothing short of extraordinary: she forever changed how the world understands our connection to nature and inspired generations to protect it.

I've personally witnessed grown men and women cry just to be in Jane's presence. In rooms filled with world and business leaders, I've seen people rendered speechless meeting her. Just last week, I was with her in New York to fundraise for her Institute at the launch of our second collection, and her curiosity and conviction remained as vibrant as ever. I can still see the awe on the face of a 10-year-old in the front row of our talk, hanging onto every word Jane spoke.

She taught me that true leadership is about inspiring action from within — wisdom that will continue to guide me. It has been a true privilege to work alongside her and witness her vision come to life through our collaboration.

From the very beginning, our partnership was designed to carry forward her mission. To honor Jane and her legacy, Brilliant Earth is donating 100% of net proceeds from the Jane Goodall collection to the Jane Goodall Legacy Foundation Fund, directly supporting critical conservation efforts.

My thoughts are with all her loved ones and the millions touched by her incredible legacy."*

— Beth Gerstein, Co-Founder and CEO, Brilliant Earth

About Brilliant Earth
Brilliant Earth is an industry-disrupting global leader in ethically sourced fine jewelry. The Company's mission since its founding in 2005 has been to create a more transparent, sustainable, and compassionate jewelry industry. With a premium brand, curated proprietary product assortment, seamless omnichannel shopping experience, asset-light, data driven business model, Brilliant Earth is transforming the jewelry industry. 2024 full year Net Sales were $422 million, and the Company has reported positive Adjusted EBITDA for 15 consecutive quarters since going public in 2021. Headquartered in San Francisco, CA and Denver, CO, Brilliant Earth has 42 showrooms and counting across the United States and has served customers in over 50 countries worldwide.

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