Brian Charles Cook
DIRECTOR
Geologist and purveyor of world class gems & minerals to top collectors and
museums since 1983.
Brian's geology background and his involvement in new occurrences in the
Brazilian gem world, such as the original Paraíba tourmaline, spessartine garnet,
emeralds, etc., has positioned him as a consultant in the field of gem and mineral
exploration and sourcing.
Brian is passionately involved in initiatives to bring responsibly sourced materials
into the jewelry supply chain to benefit communities at the source which will
enhance the sustainability of the entire jewelry industry.
Brian with his Brazilian wife Kendra created Nature’s Geometry Inc., a lapidary
and jewelry design studio now including the third generation.
Fire Fighter, BLM, and US Forest Service, 1974-1978 Idaho, Utah
BS geology, Sonoma State University, 1987
Joint Managing Director, Atlantico Sul Mineraçao Ltda. Metals exploration, Brasil.
1987-1989.
Formalization and operation of ASM rutile quartz mine, Bahia, Brasil 2008-
present.
Joined the International Working Group on Coloured Gemstones for RESP,
Responsible Ecosystems Supply Platform, Geneve, and Paris 2012-2014
Worked on scoping and due diligence for responsible sourcing program in
Rondonia, Brasil for The Dragonfly Initiative, and Swarovski 2019-2022
Board of Directors, Jewelry Industry Summit 2019-2023
Advisor to Ethical Metalsmiths, current
Advisor to Crystal Clear Social Enterprise, UK, current
Member AGTA
Member ICA