Top jewelry-gemstone industries have relied upon Castoro throughout her career to assist them in bringing the most focused and up-to-date gem information to strengthen their brand and educate their employees.
There are few gem experts anywhere in the world who embody the knowledge base and boast the extensive hands-on experience that Castoro has amassed. So it's no wonder that leading firms engage her in teaching their staff about gemology in general and on advancements in the trade regarding gemstone production, enhancements and other critical information.
Castoro developed and presented advanced gemology training and focused seminars for American Gem Trade Association (AGTA). Christies, Chopard, New York and New Jersey Mineral Associations, The Tucson Gem & Mineral Shows, Las Vegas Gem & Jewelry Show, American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) New York Mineralogical Club have all benefited from her customized lectures.
Attendees are enriched by her insightful lectures on Colombian Emeralds, Myanmar Ruby and Jade, along with other gem topics with which she has first hand knowledge.
"Loretta Castoro is one of the most talented people I have had the opportunity to work with in the gem and jewelry trades. Her broad experience, ranging from buying, through gemology, retailing and design is virtually unparalleled in this industry."
Richard W. Hughes
Senior Vice President
Sino Resources Mining Corp. Ltd.
Because the needs of each company or group are unique, Castoro creates original content to meet the goals of each group and its members. After an initial consultation with the company principal, she recommends a customized presentation to achieve their goals. Her insightful lectures transport attendees straight to the source of the gems covered, because most likely Castoro has been there herself.
Through image rich lectures and other types of original presentations, often with Show & Tell aids, Castoro presents vital information in an entertaining and engaging format. Her presentations can be created to serve either a small focus group or to a large assembly hall attendance.
Additionally, Castoro produces lab events for industry professionals where nothing but guided hands-on teaching will do. These sessions of course are limited to smaller groups because she provides individual attention to each member in attendance. In these labs, gemological instruments are employed to facilitate recognition of gems and their characteristics plus enhancements or treatments when that teaching is called for.
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For a no-obligation consultation and to discuss how Loretta Castoro can customize an event for your company or group, use the email address located on the Contact Page.
Castoro's private clients turn to her for world-class gemstones skillfully set into original couture jewelry. The value and quality of each piece she creates is guaranteed. And discriminating public figures and private clients are assured that each piece Castoro creates for them is as unique as they are.
Castoro has invested her entire life and career in the pursuit of knowledge within the gem world. Other trade professionals read about colleagues braving remote regions in search of gems, but Castoro actually goes there for her first hand experience.
Castoro is an often invited speaker for many jewelry groups and gemstone companies. Her expansive background and expertise spanning decades are called upon by companies requiring top-notch education and the latest trade information delivered in an entertaining and easy to assimilate format.
From PowerPoint lectures, to show and tell with visual aids, Castoro brings her audience information that means business, empowering attendees with targeted content to enhance their place in the trade. Castoro creates mini-labs for those desiring hands-on advanced training in a small group setting.
Castoro is the first choice of serious gem/jewelry scholars of every level for her expertly customized guided gem expeditions.