McCabe is a seasoned communications leader with more than 20 years of experience in public relations, corporate social responsibility, and brand storytelling. She currently serves as Vice President of Public Relations and Brand Communications at Signet Jewellers, where she leads communications strategy for brands including Jared, Diamonds Direct, and Blue Nile. In her role, she drives media relations, executive visibility, and strategic brand positioning, while playing a key role in advancing Signet’s natural diamond strategy alongside senior leadership.
McCabe has also helped bring purpose-driven initiatives to life, including the Signet Love Inspires Foundation’s support for Finding the Leader Within, a program identified by Diamonds Do Good that empowers the next generation of leaders in Botswana and demonstrates the lasting positive impact created by natural diamonds.
McCabe is recognized for her ability to shape narratives that build trust and strengthen brand reputation, an important asset as Diamonds Do Good continues to elevate the story of natural diamonds and their global impact.
Diamonds Do Good President Pete Engel shared, “We are thrilled to welcome Ilana to our Board. Her deep understanding of the natural diamond narrative and her ability to connect consumers with the meaningful impact behind their purchase will be invaluable as we continue to ensure the true story of natural diamonds is seen, understood, and valued.”
Diamonds Do Good recently convened global industry leaders at the 2026 Diamonds Do Good Awards at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas, celebrating the organization’s 20th anniversary and honoring leaders whose actions reflect the positive impact of natural diamonds.
Founded in 2006 and inspired by Nelson Mandela, Diamonds Do Good is a global nonprofit dedicated to sharing how natural diamonds support education, healthcare, and economic opportunity in producing communities.
Learn more at DiamondsDoGood.org.
