Kirk Root has been in the jewelry business for 30 years. A graduate gemologist, he became the youngest person ever to be certified as a Master Gemologist Appraiser® by the American Society of Appraisers. Kirk opened C. Kirk Root Designs in 1989, designing and manufacturing a line of custom bluebonnet jewelry. He soon added other Texas inspired lines and officially licensed University of Texas jewelry. In 2000, Kirk's designs were chosen in a statewide contest to become the official pins and rings of the Texas Legislature. A former chairperson of the Gems and Jewelry Board of the American Society of Appraisers, Kirk's gemological expertise has made him one of the leading appraisers for the FBI, DEA and Department of Justice. In 1998, Kirk trademarked the Century Cut® process to significantly enhance a diamond's brilliance by adding many more facets to it.
Dan Schwieterman is our store manager. He has been in the jewelry profession for over 10 years. Dan is an experienced goldsmith and platinumsmith and runs our in-store repair shop. He also leads our entire sales team and can answer all your jewelry questions. Dan is the proud father to a daughter and his wife is soon to have a son!
Tisha Koerner graduated from the University of Texas. She helps with customer service, shipping and repairs.
Daniel Allen may be the first one you see when you come in while he is diligently working on his custom designs. He is our lead design artist and has 10 years design experience; you imagine it, he can create it. Daniel is also a part of our sales team and would love to help you pick the perfect gift.
Martha Altobelli is a graduate from the University of Texas Jackson School of Geosciences. She can work with you on an appraisal or gemstone ID, and can help you find that special jewelry item you always wanted. Come in to meet Martha and let her help you with any jewelry need.
Matthew Ervin can find you anything! He is our number one force behind finding that perfect diamond you always wanted, all at an incredible value. He is our marketing director, is experienced in advertising, and is in charge of our Facebook page. Matt has a son and is soon to be the proud father to a new daughter!
Lori Root has a B.B.A. and worked as the bookkeeper before taking a leave and raising the three boys that Kirk and her are blessed with. Now that their two oldest boys are working on college degrees, she is back in the store to greet you and let you know you're always a part of our family. Lori takes care of the website and other business that comes her way.
