Guy Borenstein
(PRESS RELEASE) LAFAYETTE, LA — Guy Borenstein joins Stuller as Senior Gemologist, bringing 15 years of knowledge and experience in a variety of gemological disciplines. Borenstein will be the lead gemological authority for the company.
“Guy is a world-class talent, highly respected among leading gemologists and we are fortunate to have him join the Stuller team,” says Stanley Zale, Stuller’s vice president diamond and gemstone procurement. “He is a great addition to our team. His knowledge and skills will help us continue to lead the industry with robust programs that best ensure the integrity of our products.”
Prior to joining Stuller, Borenstein served as the vice president of gemological services at Gemewizard and the chief gemologist at EGC and GWLAB laboratories. He holds an FGA from the Gemological Association of Great Britain and an EGG by the European Gemological College. He and his family have relocated to Lafayette, Louisiana, from Israel.
“I am excited to join a worldwide leader in the jewelry industry,” says Borenstein. “I look forward to building deep relationships with Stuller’s vendors and customers.”
Family Legacy, New Chapter: How Wilkerson Turns 89 Years of History Into Future Success
After 89 years of serving the Albany community, Harold Finkle Your Jeweler faced a pivotal decision. For third-generation owner Justin Finkle, the demanding hours of running a small business were taking precious time away from his young family. "After 23 years, I decided this was the time for me," Finkle explains. But closing a business with nearly nine decades of inventory and customer relationships isn't something easily managed alone.
Wilkerson's comprehensive approach transformed this challenging transition into a remarkable success story. Their strategic planning handled everything from advertising and social media to inventory management and staffing — elements that would overwhelm most jewelers attempting to navigate a closing sale independently.
The results speak volumes. "Wilkerson gave us three different tiers of potential goals," Finkle notes. "We've reached that third tier, that highest goal already, and we still have two weeks left of the sale." The partnership didn't just meet financial objectives—it exceeded them ahead of schedule.
