The Clear Cut

S/O to Forbes for featuring how our tech is disrupting the diamond industry #tech #diamonds #engagementring #diamond #theclearcut https://lnkd.in/etsCMEMa

At this year’s JCK Las Vegas I had the honor of working with the House of Botswana and interviewing heads of state and CEOs including His Excellency Mokgweetsi Masisi President of Botswana and Al Cook CEO of De Beers Group and Wesley Tucker CEO of Tracr to discuss the future of natural diamonds. Reflecting on the show I am more confident than ever in The Clear Cut’s Roadmap for the natural diamond industry, which we outlined earlier this year: (1) Partner with Diamond Producing Nations: It is time to champion the stories of nations like Botswana. The general public remains oblivious to the incredible development and equity that diamonds have fostered. Platforms such as Tracr will play a critical role in telling that story. (2) Digitization: The industry needs to digitize and do so quickly. When we started The Clear Cut we had to build a tremendous amount of custom software. It was eye opening to see the amount of business done on pen + paper and handshakes. Today’s consumer is online. We must meet our clients there. (3) Educate the Public: The misinformation and ignorance around diamonds in America is shocking. We started The Clear Cut as an educational blog to empower the next generation of consumers. The entire industry must come together and speak with one voice. As the fourth generation diamantaire (and soon to be mom) I am so excited to play a small part in creating an even more brilliant future for the next generation 💎✨

Online jewelry brand The Clear Cut is committed to never selling lab-grown #diamonds. That’s why it’s giving them away for free. In this piece by Danny Parisi, we speak to Olivia Landau, and Kyle E. Simon.

Check out our latest feature on our free lab grown travel ring program in Glossy

Recently spoke with Joshua Freedman at Rapaport regarding Lab grown. It is evident that the rise of lab grown diamonds is not merely a reflection of consumer preference, but rather a strategic push by certain retailers. The allure of high margins has led retailers to embrace lab grown diamonds, despite the diminishing overall value. As consumers become increasingly informed, the consequences of this misinformation is becoming apparent. Trust, once lost, is not easily regained. The jewelry industry risks alienating consumers by prioritizing short-term profit over transparency and integrity. Even worse these business models will not be viable in the long-run when the public realizes lab grown is worthless. Every day our team speaks to clients who thank us for our honestly and share stories of fraudulent attempts by retailers to sell them lab grown for tens of thousands of dollars. It's past time for a paradigm shift. We must all prioritize honesty and transparency in our businesses, ensuring that consumers are empowered to make informed decisions. Otherwise, we risk jeopardizing not only our credibility but also the trust of our valued clients. This is why The Clear Cut we have never sold lab grown diamonds but rather give them away for free. Let's all work together to uphold the standards of our industry and restore faith in the timeless beauty of ethical natural diamonds. https://lnkd.in/eKP7QZci

Honored to receive the 2024 Outstanding Mentor Award at the New York University's Female Founders Forum. I am immensely grateful for the experiences and challenges that have shaped me into the founder I am today. But I must confess, one thing I always wished for on my journey was a female mentor. While I never had that privilege, it has become my mission to pay it forward by providing mentorship to other aspiring female founders. I firmly believe that mentoring, especially for women, is crucial. It provides guidance, support, and a sense of community that is invaluable in navigating the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship S/O to Frank Rimalovski for the incredible entrepreneurship community he has helped cultivate NYU. Excited for the next generation of Female Founders! The Clear Cut

Today we are thrilled to introduce our most revolutionary tech offering yet: Coupled by The Clear Cut. Powered by our Gem technology; we can not only now find and create your perfect diamond engagement ring but we can now also help you find the perfect partner to accompany it with. Over the years we have perfected the process to help our clients find the perfect diamond. But then it hit us: what about those in our community who’ve found their dream diamond but are missing a romantic partner? That’s where Coupled comes in. At The Clear Cut we pride ourselves on being leaders in the diamond industry and furthering the industry through our technology. With Coupled we are not only creating diamond rings that last a lifetime but now relationships for a lifetime as well. APRIL FOOLS! 🤣

Proud of our partnership with Tracr to share the natural diamond journey. Looking forward, expect The Clear Cut to double down on these industry-leading efforts. We are building a coalition of natural diamond advocates to tell the story of the good that natural diamonds do and continue to combat misinformation through technology and content. Stay tuned... Wesley Tucker Kyle E. Simon Ben Prior De Beers Group https://lnkd.in/erYAAQgu

Congratulations to PROVEN Skincare, The Clear Cut, and Thesis for excellence in Customer Experience Strategy, recognized at the Foremost 50 Forum on March 7! We're excited to see Katy Marshall, Olivia Landau, & Luke Weston at The Lead Summit on July 10-11 in NYC! Learn more: summit.the-lead.co "These brands epitomize innovation in customer experience. Each has invested in technology to aid customers in discovering and purchasing the perfect products. They've elevated customization by assisting customers in creating bespoke items tailored to their unique needs or preferences."  #Foremost50 #CustomerExperience

A whirlwind week full of incredible awards, galas and industry friends ✨ Feeling honored and thankful 💎 Thank you Natural Diamond Council for hosting us at the Gem Awards! Congratulations to Amanda Gizzi for a spectacular event 💎 We had the opportunity to also attend one of the most historic industry events, the 24 Karat Club Gala thanks to the incredible Monica Elias 💎 Congratulations to our amazing The Clear Cut team for winning The Lead Foremost 50 award for top 50 high growth digital first brands Kyle E. Simon