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Shalene Simpson

@shalenesimpson

I build, authenticate, and sell fine jewelry through gemological expertise, luxury brand knowledge, and multichannel commerce.

Thailand

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to apply my jewelry authentication, gemology, brand-analysis, and knowledge-system experience in a role focused on luxury valuation, verification, or fine jewelry operations.

I founded UrChocolateHi Jewelry and built it into a profitable multichannel fine jewelry business spanning e-commerce, boutique wholesale, and direct-to-consumer sales. I design and hand-fabricate original pieces, source natural gemstones, and have placed custom collections in boutiques across Arizona and Washington, D.C.

I'm a GIA Certified Applied Jewelry Professional focused on luxury jewelry authentication, hallmark identification, and valuation systems. I create hallmark registries and verification playbooks, analyze secondary-market collections, and translate gemological details into consistent processes for global teams and clients.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Student

Current

GIA (Gemological Institute of America)

Aug 2026 - Present (1 month)

- Conducted high-stakes digital and physical authentications for premium estate jewelry and fashion timepieces, accurately verifying production eras via brand-specific hallmarks, custom stamp fonts, and distinct construction styles.
- Authored structured knowledge databases, hallmark registries, and verification playbooks to scale consistent valuation accuracy across remote, cross-functional teams

Current

Founder & Principal Designer | E-commerce & Wholesale Fine Jewelry

Current

UrChocolateHi Jewelry

Aug 2018 - Present (8 years 1 month)

📈 Business Growth & Multichannel Sales
- Launched and scaled an independent jewelry brand from concept to a profitable multichannel business spanning e-commerce, boutique wholesale, and direct-to-consumer sales.
- Engineered and optimized a direct-to-consumer e-commerce website, managing product catalogs, payment gateways, and SEO strategies to capture global digital traffic.
- Secured high-value

Current

Customer Service Sales Representative

Current

UrChocolateHi Jewelry

Aug 2018 - Present (8 years 1 month)

Exceeded self-established monthly sales goals through proactive client relationship management and consultative selling. Educated customers on gemstone quality, metal options, pricing, and custom-design processes, helping them make informed purchasing decisions and select pieces suited to their needs and budget. Managed customer inquiries and sales conversations through phone, email, and live chat