On April 1, American Gemological Laboratories celebrated its tenth anniversary under Christopher Smith's management. When he stepped into the shoes of Cap Beasly in 2009, he had a team of six gemologists and a lab in dire need of new clients.
"We are now a team of thirteen,' Smith said. "It is a matter of great pride to see the company growing, embracing a good value system and achieving more than we had ever thought possible. When I acquired the lab, it was important that as a small family-owned company we maintain transparency and approachability. We pride ourselves in our service to the industry and our availability to clients. We always do our best to deliver personalized client service care. This includes being on a first name basis with most of our clients, developing relationships and taking the time to explain results in detail."
During the past decade, AGL has expanded the scope of its services and entered the international marketplace, offering its services at leading trade shows worldwide.