Independent retail jeweler specializing in custom bridal jewelry, jewelry design, appraising, and restoration of both vintage and modern jewelry.

Gemological Institute of America (GIA)

1981 – Graduate Gemologist (GG)

Diamond Grading and Evaluation

Colored Stone Grading, Evaluation and Identification

Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)

1982 – Associate in Applied Science, College of Business (A.A.S.)

Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A)

1982 – Fellowship Diploma (FGA)

1995 – Diamond Diploma (DGA)

Gem-A, AGS, NAJA, ISA, AGTA

International Society of Appraisers
1995/96 – Vice Chairman, Education Committee
1996/97 – Chairman, Education Committee
Oversee development of Core Course in Appraisal Theory and Methodology content and examinations
Review, restructure and update CAPP certification examination
1998 – Contributing editor – Distance Education Course in Appraisal Theory and Methodology
1995 to 2007 – On-site and Distance Education Instructor, Core Course in Appraisal Theory & Methodology