Name: Cassy Saba Shovak
Age: 28
Title: CEO & Founder of Cassy Saba Jewelry. I am a wholesale jewelry designer based in the NYC diamond district. I specialize in both fine jewelry collections and costume jewelry collections. I provide clients with a very personalized experience, as well as giving them the best value and quality being a wholesaler. I take care of clients nationwide, and work with all price ranges.
Married/Single: married
Kids: none
City you live in: NYC
A typical day in my life includes…
working with clients on custom orders and running around 47th St. taking pieces to my different master stone setters and bench jewelers depending on what the project is. I also am handpicking the best diamonds and gemstones from vendors I work with on a daily basis. I usually grab coffee or lunch with a friend to take a break from the crazy day!
I was born…
in Chandler, AZ.
My favorite thing about Arizona…
the beautiful sunsets! With having an office in AZ, I come home about 6 times a year.
I’m listening to…
Lauren Daigle and Cher.
My family…
is super supportive in everything I do.
If I could have dinner with anyone, it would be…
Lori Greiner, I think she’s a fabulous businesswoman.
One thing I cannot live without…
lemon, I put in on everything!
When I was younger, I wanted to be…
a jewelry designer. I started my business at the age of 11; it all began with a bead kit.
I’m inspired by…
many women entrepreneurs that choose to start their own companies. My mom started her own business at the age of 19, so I definitely get my entrepreneurial spirit from her.
The one person who motivates me is…
my hubby, he always keeps my head on straight when I get overwhelmed! He is also in the jewelry industry. We recently started a YouTube channel called “The Jewelry Couple.” We discuss commonly asked questions we get on a daily basis and also give fun insight and education about buying diamonds.
If I could change anything in the world, it would be…
less crime and violence.
The perfect day would be…
relaxing on the beach, getting a break from NYC.
My first job was…
working at a jewelry store in AZ. I was able to get a start into learning fine jewelry sales, and other insights about the industry.
My favorite escape…
a quick plane ride to Bermuda for the weekend.
My life…
is far from ordinary! There is always something fun going on, and new projects that keep me busy.
I’m currently working on…
a few exciting things! I have a new diamond stackable wedding collection coming out soon, and preparing for a lot of trunk shows this year. I am also the jewelry designer for a celebrity’s animal charity. My designs will raise money for their organization. We just finalized some of the pieces that will represent what the charity is all about.
Always…
keep the hustle alive.
Never…
take anything for granted. I am very grateful for my family, friends and faithful clients.
Favorite Quote…
John 3:16.
Biggest Dream…
open jewelry offices nationwide.
My Pet Peeve(s)…
being on hold forever, lol!