(PRESS RELEASE) Austin based jewelry designer Zoltan David founded the boutique luxury brand in 1980. The purpose of his vision was to bring original and innovative beauty to the world in the medium of jewelry. This high jewelry brand is built upon a foundation steeped in the art of traditional goldsmithing, layered with integrity, creativity, imagination and the fearless drive of an entrepreneur artist.
The accomplishments of this brand have been and continue to be phenomenal. The gallery at the Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave, Texas was voted by the jewelry industry as America’s Coolest Jewelry Store in 2009. The works of Zoltan David reside in several renowned museums including the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History and the Gemological Institute of America. His creations have received over 30 national and international design awards. He was awarded Jewelry Designer of the Year twice, and is the holder of 2 jewelry related patents. His patented inlay technique is iconic and a recognizable signature in his designs. Lecturer and mentor, Zoltan David continues as a leader and inspiration in the jewelry world as to what is possible. Unencumbered by the usual corporate limitations of decision by committee, the brand continues to blaze new trails in techniques and technology and adding his original artistry to the old world techniques of fabricating jewelry.
The achievements and veracity of this brand is proof positive that all entrepreneurs and dreamers can succeed in their field of endeavor. In art and fashion great influence can be impressed on this industry, not just from Paris, London or New York, but from right here in the beautiful central Texas Hill Country.
Jewelry is communicative and commemorative. It is a cherished part of all humanity.
Four Decades of Excellence: How Wilkerson Transformed a Jeweler's Retirement into Celebration
After 45 years serving the Milwaukee community, Treiber & Straub Jewelers owner Michael Straub faced a significant life transition. At 75, the veteran jeweler made a personal decision many business owners understand: "I think it's time. I want to enjoy my wife with my grandchildren for the next 10, 15 years."
Wilkerson's expertise transformed this major business transition into an extraordinary success. Their comprehensive approach to managing the going-out-of-business sale created unprecedented customer response—with lines forming outside the store and limits on how many shoppers could enter at once due to fire safety regulations.
The results exceeded all expectations. "Wilkerson did a phenomenal job," Straub enthuses. "They were there for you through the whole thing, helped you with promoting it, helping you on day-to-day business. I can't speak enough for how well they did." The partnership didn't just facilitate a business closing; it created a celebratory finale to decades of service while allowing Straub to confidently step into his well-earned retirement.
