PASSION FIRE DIAMONDS - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Contributing Editor of Jewelers Circular Keystone Magazine
• Master Gemologist

David's love for his childhood hobby grew into a brilliant career as a Master Gemologist Appraiser and jeweler. David's love of the industry and gemology is exhibited by his professional achievements which include being the first and only jeweler in the Commonwealth of Virginia to hold both the title of Certified Gemologist Appraiser by the American Gem Society and the title of Master Gemologist Appraiser by the American Society of Appraisers. In his studies he became passionate about perfection in diamond cutting, which maximizes brilliance through ideal proportions, perfect symmetry, and exceptional polish. In 1996, he became aware of the Blood Diamond problems and began issuing "Diamond Genesis reports" on his diamonds to ensure they were sourced properly and ethically. David has been a contributing editor of Jewelers Circular Keystone Magazine and In Store Magazine, served on the Board of Governors for the Jewelers Education Foundation, and is a frequent jewelry speaker both in and out of the industry. David was named as one of the "Top 40 under 40" community leaders, by Inside Business Magazine, which recognizes both professional achievement and charitable involvement in the Hampton Roads Community. David also serves on the Entrepreneurial Advisory Board for the College of William and Mary Mason School of Business and the Alan Miller Center for Entrepreneurship. David received his BBA from the College of William and Mary and his MBA from Regent University. In 2007, David and his wife formed the David Nygaard Foundation 501C-3 charity to promote children's health and educational needs.