ASA International Conference is the leading event for the global valuation profession. Celebrating its 88th year, the Conference attracts thought leaders, practitioners, allied professionals, vendor partners, government agency personnel, and more from all parts of the world. This paramount event provides an experience unlike other appraisal conferences, offering timely content for all appraisal professionals spanning Business Valuation, Personal Property, Machinery & Equipment, Real Property, Gems & Jewelry as well as Appraisal Review & Management.
Available in a hybrid format, the ASAIC25 offers the convenience of both live and virtual programming where you can learn and connect in your preferred environment. Join us on-site in San Juan, Puerto Rico or from the comfort of your home or office—the choice is yours! Both formats allow you to explore the latest ideas, trends and best practices and interact and engage with fellow professionals. Don’t miss this exciting celebration of exceptional education and networking with leaders in the appraisal profession.
Don’t miss these industry experts presenting our Gems & Jewelry sessions*:
Guy Borenstein | Director of Gemstone Procurement and Senior Gemologist | Stuller Inc.
Guy Borenstein, FGA EGG, is Stuller's Senior Gemologist, leading the company's comprehensive diamond screening and gemological testing operations at its global facilities. Besides directing the gemological laboratory operations, Borenstein's other responsibilities include developing screening protocols for all diamonds and gemstones and researching for evolving new technology-based screening and identification solutions to adopt. Before joining Stuller, Borenstein served for 16 years in various gemological capacities, including Chief Gemologist in two gemological laboratories, VP Gemological Services in Gemewizard, FGA Gemmology Diploma tutor at Gem-A, and consultant to numerous institutes and companies worldwide. Borenstein also published several scientific articles covering new discoveries in gemology in leading journals, including GIA's Gems and Gemology and Gem-A's Journal of Gemmology.
Reginald Brack | SVP, Head of Dept., Watches | Freeman's Hindman Auction House
Reginald Brack has held pioneering positions in the luxury sector, including SVP, International Head of Retail, Watches at Christie's, where he launched and managed both the private sales program and the e-commerce business. His tenure as the Founding General Manager of Watches at StockX played a pivotal role in transforming the startup into a multi-billion-dollar luxury marketplace. As Executive Director, Watches & Luxury NPD (now Circana) he provided data and market insight to luxury C-suite brand and retail executives. He is currently Head of the Watch Department at Freeman's Hindman, the oldest and sixth largest auction house in the U.S.
Elizabeth Bray | Owner | Sparrow Jewels
Elizabeth Bray has worked in the jewelry business for over 20 years. She received a Fine Arts degree from Carnegie Mellon University and a Graduate Gemologist degree from The Gemological Institute of America, Elizabeth spent nearly a decade working for Christie's Auction House in New York, Chicago and Beverly Hills. At Christie's, she was privileged to work on the Elizabeth Taylor Collection, The Collection of Doris Duke, and handle other prominent collections and important gemstones. In 2010, her book, "Jeweler to the Stars: The Jewelry of Paul Flato" was published by ACC Art Books. She was a contributing author to the book, "The Jewels of Trabert & Hoeffer-Mauboussin" published by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston in 2014. Elizabeth has conducted historical research for the New York jewelry firms, Oscar Heyman Brothers and Harry Winston. Since then, Elizabeth enjoys freelance jewelry appraisal and cataloguing work.
Thomas Dawson, ASA | Resonance Appraisals
Thomas Dawson, ASA, is the founder of Resonance Appraisals, an appraisal and insurance consulting firm based in Los Angeles, California. He has been a licensed Property and Casualty insurance agent for over a decade and an appraiser and ASA member for 8 years. With a B.S. in Music and a background in guitar performance, Dawson was the first ASA member to earn a specialty designation for guitars. Dawson has passed the ASA exam for Residential Contents and the ISA exam for Antiques, Furnishings and Decorative Arts.
Harold Dupuy | Vice President, Strategic Analysis | Stuller Inc.
Harold Dupuy, Vice President of Strategic Analysis for Stuller, Inc., has had a multi-faceted career in the jewelry industry. In over four decades, he has held many roles, from executive leadership in a large public corporation to operating an independent store. Before joining Stuller, Harold also owned and operated a private appraisal practice and gemological laboratory. A member of ASA since 1997, he served as Gems & Jewelry Discipline Chair and on the Board of Governors. Harold holds a B.S., Business Administration from the University of Louisiana, is a Fellow of the Gemological Association of Great Britain (FGA), a Graduate Gemologist (GIA), and a Master Gemologist Appraiser (American Society of Appraisers) Retired. At Stuller, he draws on this diverse background to analyze, anticipate, and act on shifting trends in the global jewelry +market.
Kerry Gregory, FGA, DGA, EG, GG (GIA) | Head of Shiny Stuff | Gemmology Rocks
Anyone who has met Kerry Gregory, knows she’s a one-woman whirlwind, passionate, funny and motivating, and her presentations are always fast paced, practical and entertaining. Kerry has delivered presentations, to critical acclaim, to many organizations and associations including; The National Association of Jewellers (UK), The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers, The American Gem Trade Association and Gemworld International. She has had numerous articles on practical gemology published in both UK and US publications. A past long term tutor and head of ATC for Gem-A, she served on the board of Gem-A, and ran one of the UK Branches. Currently on the Board of Trustees for the Silversmiths and Jewellers Charity (UK), and a key contributor to the National Association of Jewellers (UK) Professional c Kerry started Gemmology Rocks, after a career of Retail Jewelry, Estate Jewelry, Appraisal, Pawnbroking and plenty of hands-on Gemology. To deliver hands-on practical education to businesses, that gets to the root of frustrations, providing development, support, solutions and education to tackle the stuff that makes a difference every day in business, and makes everyone more money! To deliver education of the highest standard, she has completed a Teaching Qualification specializing in teaching adults.
Duncan Parker | Vice President | Dupuis Fine Jewellery Auctioneers
Duncan is Vice president and Jewellery Specialist at Dupuis Fine Jewellery Auctioneers. Currently Vice President of the Canadian Gemmological Association, Past President of Jewellers Vigilance Canada, he is a jewellery historian, and is a regular speaker at conferences and webinars. He has developed and taught courses in gemmology and in jewellery history for colleges and universities.
Trang Pham, GIA GG, ASA, MGA® | Owner | La Jolla Gem Appraisal
Trang Pham is an independent jewelry appraiser in San Diego, specializing in fine jewelry, watches, diamonds, and colored stones. In 2022, she was honored with the 2022 ASA Rising Star Award. Her experience in retail and teaching gemology as a former GIA instructor, combined with her many appraisal credentials and commitment to continuing education, has made her your trusted expert for any jewelry valuation needs.
Gary Roskin | Editor in Chief | Roskin Gem News
Gary Roskin, graduate gemologist, author, gemstone photographer, and journalist, is the Editor in Chief of the Roskin Gem News Report. Former CEO for the International Colored Gemstone Association, Senior Gemstone Editor for JCK Magazine, and the Baselworld Daily News, Gemology Instructor, and Laboratory Gemologist, Roskin has covered the international colored gems and diamonds market, as well as gemological subjects on diamonds, and the estate gemstone/jewelry market for close to four decades.
Sarah Senzer | Gemologist GG FGA & Pearl Expert GP CPAA | ASA - NAJA - WJA - Gem-A – AGA
Sarah Senzer is a gemologist specializing in pearls, with 15 years of experience in the luxury jewelry industry. For the past 7 years, she has focused on the wholesale pearls sector, providing expert insights into pearl grading, sourcing, and valuation. Currently, Sarah is honing her appraisal skills through advanced training with the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA) and the American Society of Appraisers (ASA), preparing to deliver expert appraisal reports. Her deep expertise in pearls, combined with a dedication to excellence in the luxury market, makes her a trusted authority in the field.
Graham Wetzbarger, AAA, AJP | Founder & CEO | Luxury Appraisals & Authentication
Graham Wetzbarger is a recognized connoisseur in the authentication and counterfeit detection of luxury goods. Wetzbarger developed valuation practices and brand equity for the flourishing luxury resale industry and emerging asset class. through his professional appraisal practice and consultancy, building The RealReal, eBay Authenticate, Bag Borrow or Steal, Re-Selfridges, and TikTok Shop. He regularly appraises collections containing thousands of handbags, couture fashions, and accessories. Consulting for Wall Street, evangelizing for sustainable fashion, and serving as an expert for various Authorities allows Graham to keep growing his metiers as a fashion detective, dress historian, and e-commerce executive.