G.g. Samantha Larson

Samantha Larson, G.G. has a diverse work experience in the jewelry industry. Samantha currently serves as a Sourcing Buyer and Category Director at Borsheims, starting in February 2022. Prior to this, they were the Director of Gemstones at Stuller, Inc. from April 2019 to February 2022, where they were responsible for managing a multi-million dollar inventory investment and maintaining customer and vendor relationships worldwide. In 2018, they briefly worked as the Managing Director of Sales & Public Relations at Lilus Garden, where they focused on elevating industry perception and driving new business. From 2011 to 2018, Samantha held various roles at McTeigue and McClelland, a luxury jewelry manufacturer, including Executive Director, where they played a key role in the company's growth and industry recognition. Additionally, in 2018, they briefly operated their own independent jewelry business called Sam Larson Jewels + Design. Overall, Samantha has demonstrated expertise in sales, sourcing, inventory management, and industry relations within the jewelry sector.

Samantha Larson, G.G., completed their education at the following institutions. In 2001, they attended Missouri State University, earning a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Public Relations with a focus on Image Management and Communications. Later, from 2004 to 2005, Samantha attended the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), where they obtained a Graduate Gemologist degree, along with accreditation as a Jewelry Professional and Pearls expertise in the field of study, specifically Graduate Gemology.