Type Of Business:
Retail Jewelry Manufacturer
Expertise:
Designing High-End Jewelry
Favorite Business Publication:
Newsweek
Education Degrees:
Bijouterie Joaillerie Orfèvrierie, Institution for Jewelry, Paris (1948); 15 Years of Coursework, Art Student League
Work History:
Tiffany,(20 Years); Van Cleef and Arpels, (9 Years)
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Mr. Galli's greatest career achievement was creating jewelry for the wife of the Shah of Iran.
Highlight of career?:
The highlight of his career was creating diamond jewelry for the wife of the Shah of Iran.
Number Of Years In Profession:
61
Number Of Years In Current Position:
7
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to enjoying the profession.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
Several members of his family were in the business of designing jewelry, which eventually inspired him to become a designer
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Galli is an adjunct professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology where he also revises the school's jewelry design curriculum. He has written and published three books including 'Designing Jewelry: Brooches, Bracelets, Necklaces and Accessories,' 'The Art of Jewelry Design: Principles of Design, Rings and Earrings,' and 'Creative Variations in Jewelry Design'