Season 3 Episode 15:
Jewelry with Helain Pesis, Co-Owner and Head Buyer of Continental Diamond
Helain Pesis grew up in St. Louis Park. Her husband, business and life partner, Jimmy met when she was 15 and he was 16. They were married in 1975 and have been in business together since 1994 at Continental Diamond.
She has a bachelor of science in Art Education (K-12) and a Masters Certificate in Learning Disabilities. She taught at Spring Lake Park Senior High school for many years before choosing to stay home with her two boys (now with 4 grandchildren, all of whom live in Texas).
Continental Diamond is a locally owned, family business that was established in 1982. What started as a small apartment storefront with a single showcase and 3 team members, the business was built one client at a time….with referrals being key to our growth.
When Helain started at Continental Diamond, she started behind the scenes doing all the accounting roles. As the company continued to grow her role soon expanded and changed. Today, she is the head buyer, sells to clients, and active in marketing. She wears many hats as a co-owner. In her words, “Continental Diamond has given me the opportunity for growth and learning…..two of my favorite activities!”
Today, Continental Diamond offers a full service jewelry store with a knowledgeable, compassionate team of 40. All jewelry, diamonds and watches are hand chosen for quality, value and uniqueness. Continental Diamond offers many services including; an in-house repair shop, watch specialists, a custom designer, manufacturing specialists, appraisers, gold and diamond buyers and an educated career sales team. Helain says “I am confident to say we have the most experienced and knowledgeable non-commissioned sales team.” The core values, the dream team and referrals have been key to their success.
You can learn more about or get in touch with Continental Diamond below:
(952) 236-1777 | www.ContinentalDiamond.com
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