Monday, December 7, 2020
Gravity Projekts was founded as a specialized consultancy dedicated to bridging the gap between the Old World traditions of New York’s Diamond District and the demands of the modern digital economy. Acting as a strategic partner to independent jewelers and watch dealers, the firm provided the architectural framework necessary to transition strictly brick-and-mortar businesses into globally recognized digital brands.
| The Problem
The New York Diamond District has historically operated as an insular ecosystem, reliant almost exclusively on handshake deals, wholesale networks, and physical foot traffic. While heritage powerhouses like Cartier and Tiffany & Co. dominated the digital landscape, independent dealers—despite possessing inventory of equal or superior caliber—remained invisible to the global market. These businesses held exceptional assets but lacked the "digital real estate" to showcase them, leaving them vulnerable in an increasingly online-first luxury economy.
| The Solution
The mission of Gravity Projekts was to unlock the global potential of these local experts. I positioned the agency as a comprehensive growth engine, entering established businesses to build their marketing infrastructure from the ground up. The strategy was to democratize access to elite inventory, ensuring that a dealer on 47th Street could compete directly with Madison Avenue flagship stores. We did not simply offer marketing services; we provided a complete digital transformation, establishing brand identity, voice, and visual standards where none previously existed.
| Executing the Omnichannel Strategy
To scale these businesses, I managed the entire marketing and branding pipeline for over six distinct luxury firms simultaneously. This required a multi-pronged approach that went beyond simple website creation.
I engineered complex inventory distribution networks, integrating clients' collections into the world’s most trusted luxury marketplaces, including Chrono24, eBay, The RealReal, JamesEdition, Farfetch, 1stDibs, and Grailed. Simultaneously, I built and managed their direct-to-consumer channels, curating high-end social media content and developing intuitive e-commerce websites. This ensured that whether a client was scrolling Instagram or searching a specific reference number on a global marketplace, the brand presence was consistent, professional, and trustworthy.
| The Impact:
From Local Wholesalers to Global Retailers Gravity Projekts successfully fundamentally altered the business models of its clients. By diversifying their sales channels, we reduced their dependency on local walk-ins and wholesale trades, opening revenue streams from international retail collectors.
My stewardship proved that independent dealers could operate with the sophistication of major luxury houses. This venture not only generated significant revenue growth for the clients but also established a blueprint for how traditional jewelry businesses must evolve to survive and thrive in the digital age.
Category:
Brand Strategy | Creative Direction
Client:
Diamond District (NYC)
Duration:
4 Years
Location:
Diamond District (NYC)








