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Millions of Miles, One PassionFrom a 12-Year-Old’s Dream to a Global Bead AuthorityThe story of Da Beads began in the late 1980s on a family vacation to New Mexico. With $200 worth of beads and a 12-year-old’s curiosity, a lifelong passion was born. By junior high, I was importing from India and Bulgaria; by high school, I was sourcing sterling silver and glass directly from the islands of Indonesia.Since then, I have flown over 3,500,000 miles across the globe—equivalent to circling the Earth 140 times. From the mountains of Nepal to the vibrant markets of Africa, I’ve spent the last 35+ years hunting for the perfect bead. I've also been a staple at the Tucson wholesale shows for 30 consecutive years, building a reputation for quality that is recognized worldwide.Global Relationships, Premier PartnershipsIn 1998, I made my first trip to the Czech Republic, and it quickly became the heart of my business. Over the decades, I’ve built deep, lasting friendships with factory owners and master manufacturers there and across the world.Today, I leverage these long-term relationships to supply the industry at every level. Da Beads is proud to partner with:• Local Bead Stores & Craft Retailers: Providing curated inventory for brick-and-mortar shops.• Online Resellers: Supplying the digital marketplace with high-demand treasures.• JTV (Jewelry Television): Bringing world-class quality to a national television audience.By working directly with the source, I ensure the highest quality beads are accessible to the entire creative community at the best possible prices.Where Art Meets BusinessI’ve always believed that the best bead business requires a balance of "right brain" creativity and "left brain" strategy. Every strand I source is selected not just for its market value, but for its artistic potential. My goal is to bridge the gap between global commerce and fine art, ensuring every piece in the collection meets the highest standards of color, texture, and craftsmanship.
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