CARLSBAD, Calif., April 5 -- The Gemological Institute of America issued the following news release: The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) recently announced two outstanding chapter members: Rick Velayo, G.G., of Palo Alto, California, was recognized as the 2010 International Alumni Achievement recipient; and Amish Turakhia, G.G., of Mumbai, received the 2010 International Alumni Leadership Award. Both were recognized at the annual GIA Alumni dinner, auction, and dance party recently   more