Randall Lightfoot

Randall Lightfoot

Field Environmental Technician

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  • About me

    Gemologist-Appraiser - GG (GIA), CG (AGS), CM (NAJA), 2024 USPAP Compliant, NAJA Accredited Gem Lab

  • Education

    • International School of Gemology

      2022 -
      Graduate Gemologist Appraiser Gemology & Jewelry Appraisal

      Activities and Societies: Global Claims Associates

    • American Gem Society

      2021 -
      Certified Gemologist
    • GemWorld Intl.

      2020 - 2020
      Certificate Colored Stone Grading & Pricing

      Taught by Dr. Cigdem Lule, coursework involved the process of grading colored gemstones, identification of corundum treatments and corundum pricing.

    • National Association of Jewelry Appraisers

      2021 - 2022
      Candidate Member Gemstone & Jewelry Appraisal

      Coursework pursuant of the Certified Member credential.

    • GIA (Gemological Institute of America)

      2016 - 2017
      Graduate Gemologist Gemology

      GIA's Graduate Gemology program offers the courses and tools required to identify gemstones and learn the basics of geology as it applies to the practical field of the gem and jewelry industry.

    • Augustana College

      2009 - 2013
      Bachelor's degree Geology/Earth Science, General
  • Experience

    • Antea Group

      Jan 2014 - Mar 2016
      Field Environmental Technician

      Duties as a field environmental technician included collecting ground water, soil, water vapor, and soil vapor samples bound for non-aqueous phase liquid petroleum hydrocarbon testing in accordance with state Department of Natural Resources protocols and Environmental Health and Safety regulations. This was followed up with the remediation of contamination plumes caused by leaking underground storage tanks and infrastructure failure by way of either mechanical and/or bioremedial technologies.Ancillary responsibilities included data entry and interpretation, site map reconstruction and directing sub-contractors during field work operations. Show less

    • Helzberg Diamonds

      Mar 2016 - Jul 2017
      Sales Associate

      As a sales associate I was responsible for maintaining monthly sales and credit goals.

    • GIA (Gemological Institute of America)

      Jul 2017 - Jul 2019
      Diamond Grader

      As a diamond grader I was responsible for determining clarity, polish and symmetry calls on D to Z and fancy colored diamonds ranging from 0.15 ct to 50.00 ct. Additional responsibilities included training new hires how to grade diamonds in accordance with GIA standards and hosted training sessions for diamond grading trainees.

    • Michael Couch & Associates

      Sept 2019 - Oct 2020
      Manager & Gemologist

      I help founder and president, Michael Couch, manage his thirty year old plus wholesale/supply company of gemstones and jewelry. As company manager and gemologist I am responsible for overseeing all QA and QC measures of loose gemstones and finished jewelry goods by coordinating with our jewelry manufacturers in Hong Kong and overseeing cut quality controls at our cutting shops in Thailand. Ancillary responsibilities include managing all social media activity and marketing efforts.

    • CHRISTOPHER'S FINE JEWELRY AND RARE COINS, LTD.

      Oct 2020 - Oct 2022
      Gemologist & Appraiser

      As the company's Gemologist, I conduct gemstone and jewelry appraisals, provide gemological consultation for our wholesale department and general public, and assist our retail department in bridal and estate sales.

    • Bailey's Fine Jewelry

      Oct 2022 - Oct 2023
      Gemologist-Appraiser
    • Mayflower Estate Buyers & Consulting

      Oct 2023 - now
      Gemologist-Appraiser

      As Mayflower's Gemologist-Appraiser, I render appraisal reports for various intended uses from insurance replacement, estate settlements, liquidation and more. I also offer my expertise as a gemologist and qualified appraiser to expert witness assignments. Additionally, I conduct standard gemological research on the screening of diamond and other colored gemstones using polarized microscopy, UV imaging, and inclusion identification.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified Member (CM)

      National Association of Jewelry Appraisers
      Aug 2022
    • Certified Gemologist Appraiser

      American Gem Society
      May 2022
    • Certified Gemologist

      American Gem Society
      Jun 2021
    • 2021 Recertification

      American Gem Society
      Sept 2021
      View certificate certificate
    • Accredited Senior Gemologist

      AGA - Accredited Gemologists Association
      Nov 2020
    • 15-Hour USPAP

      American Society of Appraisers NYC Chapter
      Mar 2023
    • Graduate Gemologist

      GIA (Gemological Institute of America)
      Jul 2018
    • Registered Supplier

      American Gem Society and AGS Laboratories
      Mar 2020
    • Certified Sales Associate

      American Gem Society and AGS Laboratories
      Apr 2020