As a child growing up in the jewelry business, jewelry was never an option. Reg's parents wanted more. The "tests" implied accounting should be his path in life. After college, majoring in the social sciences, minoring in math, music, business and computer programing, Reg was unqualified for any real occupation, jewelry was his only option. Engraving and basic Service skills, watch bands, gift wrapping, things he learned as a boy, enough to get started. When Reg realized how much he disliked selling the same old merchandise everyone handled, he got serious, learning Hand Engraving, Casting, Jewelry deSign and Fabrication. If you have an idea, Reg loves to sketch. Click Here Ironically loving his craft wasn't enough. Convention markets, golf, military, nautical jewelry as well as the traditional wedding and engagement rings all worked to a degree but the struggle continued. Then the internet came along and Reg's love for programming, from his college years, finally made the difference. Now writing HTML is just another way for him to show off the wonderful product deSignet creates. A jeweler/programmer, a fit made in internet jewelry heaven. Now with a great staff Reg thrives on helping customers create truly special pieces of jewelry. From sterling belt buckles to complex platinum mountings with incredible gemstones, he has no preference. In his words, "it isn't about the money". Watch out . . . .his goal is to become your hometown jeweler.
40 Years Jewelry Experience

From the time Roman came to work here in 1989, he has played a key role in the development of our business. Bringing bench skills along with an incredible work ethic, he is the guy that gets the job done. His jewelry skills include casting, mold and model making, and fabrication. He is a team player first, always on time, ready to do any job. No one could ask for a better partner and friend.
26 Years Jewelry Experience

Bob came to deSignet nine years ago as a friend with a computer problem. Our paths had crossed in the past on the tennis court and we have families that have grown up in parallel here on Grand Island. Ironically he married a girl I went to Junior High with, small world. It was obvious that he had mastered Powerpoint and Corel and he was an award winning photographer. When we explored the concept of his employment, he was considering a life change. He had been the regional sales manager for Time Warner and let's say he was "Time Warnered Out". Needless to say his skills fit perfectly into our graphic etching process and he joined the team. He has been an integral part of the Celtic explosion that has taken over www.raru.com. If you have seen any of our magazine advertising, he is the man. Don't you love the castle in our logo, his idea! He has single-handedly created most of the unique Celtic and floral patterned designs. Currently Bob has taken on the jeweler's bench and guess what, he is a natural. He enjoys a challenge and custom graphics are his forte', so don't hesitate to give us a chance to sketch your ideas.
14 Years Jewelry Experience

Harry's gentle and compassionate side brings a special place for customers who need a little extra. His artistic skills add that special touch. As a teacher and social worker his kind ear often lends to other coworkers. It is like an in house counselor. He was a customer of twenty years always taxing our deSign skills with creative ideas. It is a pleasure having Harry in the deSignet family, pun intended.
7 Years Jewelry Experience

Chris, our stone setter, joined the team 10 years ago and has risen to every challenge. He is focused and enjoys working in a family environment . His skills include general bench skills and stone setting, channels, prongs, bezels and bead work, often referred to as pave' or Bright Cut. He also fabricates many of our custom rings. He studied hand engraving at Bowman's Jewelry Institute in Pennsylvania and brings all of that detail oriented deSign to his bench. We have great discussions about how to approach a particular job, and generally we find common ground, and that means the best possible product for our customers. He is a musician like many of us and sometimes we even listen to one of his CD's of original music in the shoppe. Chris brings a positive attitude to work everyday and it has become a part of the shoppe environment .
33 Years Jewelry Experience

Our own chemical engineer, Nathan was a friend looking for a change from a more stressful life. His impeccable organization skills along with a knowledge of how the elements become compounds, is expertise above and beyond. Nathan creates all of our molds and maintains the mold database, currently with over 7000 unique deSigns. He is the consummate naturalist with great photographic skills as well. His photos of nature have become a magical part of Grand Island's Online News Website IsledeGrande.Com . Check out his photos on Nature's Bounty Webpage
7 Years Jewelry Experience

Marie brings years of retail and wholesale experience to the team. From her first jobs in retail to her last as a buyer and sales representative for a diamond cutter she "knows her stuff"! She even has bench skills. Marie's curly red hair fit perfectly into the Celtic Marketplace, it seems only fitting, although she claims to be Italian.
16 Years Jewelry Experience

Derek came to us from a collection job that was, let's say stressful. Even his Finance degree hasn't kept him from the bench. During the interview, it was clear that Derek liked working with his hands. His woodworking skills came in handy and his learning curve fast. He took to the jeweler's bench with ease. Today almost nine years later, he plays a significant role with our fabricated wedding bands. He has developed into a fine goldsmith always looking to learn new skills. Derek is always there to fix this, install that. He plays a secondary role as Mr. Fixit. deSignet maintains it's even keel because of craftsman like Derek, always focusing on making the job perfect.
9 Years Jewelry Experience

Kim is responsible for domain registration, and search engine optimization in addition to website updating and managing our eBay store. Although her primary role is managing the 50+ domains of raru, she is ready help out with our GIECOM clients. Like most of our staff she started with HTML basics and understands how the code works. Feel free to give her a call or Email her, she will be glad to help. Working with Kim is a parent's dream!
14 Years Experience

I came in to contact with Reg and deSignet in 1995 when I was given his name so that I could have a wedding ring set made. From this start, a friendship has developed and grown. I have spent a few years in uniform of the armed forces of the United States; I have been in both airborne divisions (101st) (82nd) and have time in other units as well. Some of the others are 1/509th 8th ID. Germany, 90th ID, 98th div. (TNG) 19th SF Group, and have time with the US Air Force as a human relations instructor. I also belong to the DAV. VFW, 101st abn div association, 82nd div association, 187 RCT association, Infantrymen association, all airborne association, and the Army Aviation association. I am also a combat wounded and disabled vet. Reg and I saw a need for custom hand made jewelry for the different military units and individuals who would cherish their time in service and wanted jewelry to show that pride. We have been going strong ever since.