THE MAN BEHIND IT ALL

Born in Manhattan, Mark spent his formative years in Malaysia. An aesthete since childhood, he was expelled from the International School of Kuala Lumpur for refusing to wear a uniform he considered ugly. His expulsion notwithstanding, Mark returned to New York to attend Parsons School of Design, the Fashion Institute of Technology and New York University.

An internship in Christie’s jewelry department followed by a job with an estate jeweler in Manhattan afforded Mark the opportunity to handle a tremendous number of fine and exceptional jewels. These experiences were instrumental in teaching him both about the importance of fine craftsmanship and the value of good design.

Mark began designing and producing his first line of jewelry in 1999, and the fashion press quickly took notice of his distinctive aesthetic. Just months after they were created, his first pieces appeared in Harper’s Bazaar, W and ELLE. His jewelry was available at Bergdorf Goodman and Barneys New York by the end of that year.

Fascinated since childhood by all things mechanical and convinced that exceptional production methods are as important as fine design, Mark built a complete in-house production facility, where he conceives, designs and produces his jewelry along with a team of skilled artisans who work under his close direction.

In December 2019, after 20 years of designing and producing his jewelry in New York City, Mark relocated his business to the South Carolina Lowcountry. A purpose-built facility was constructed to Mark's specifications for manufacturing the company's products. These days, Mark often walks to work with his dogs through the woods or under live oaks draped in Spanish moss