Georgina Ungar Borbón is a certified gemologist, jewelry and fashion designer, management consultant, activist and mother of two. The daughter of a third generation jeweler who created pieces for the former czar of Russia and a descendant from one of the oldest families in Costa Rica, Georgina was born into what appeared to be a life of privilege. Instead, Georgina was cast into an upbringing that was intent on creating character and a work ethic in an industry dominated by men. “I was obligated to make my mark in the world of gems and leave Costa Rica as a kid, at first reluctantly to train in the United States and then I began to understand and love the family business. "My job took me around the world and I learned that each stone was precious, created from a series of chain reactions over millions of years and it became my passion to unlock these secrets hidden under the rough and to bring out the beauty of each element and compound.”    Georgina Ungar Borbón established herself in the industry, launching her own line of designs and also conceived pieces for world renown brands then she began to focus on her true passion: from art to artists. Before entering her family legacy, Georgina was a tomboy, skater, rebel and troublemaker shaking up the system. Her circle of friends were graffiti artists, skaters, musicians, actors, directors and producers. 

“Being a gemologist and developing talent are much alike. I find the raw material and already see what’s inside. My job is to cut and polish, to make them shine, because they deserve it.”   Georgina is a Costa Rican promoter for Culture, Music and Arts 🇨🇷, Advisor to the Earth Charter International , Director of the American Chamber of Commerce, Costa Rica and cultural attaché to Costa Rica, intent on solidifying Costa Rica as the world’s source for sustainable and regenerative culture, design and development. It's her hope to put education, empathy, ethical business at the forefront, cooperation instead of competition, dialogue instead of conflict to address global issues through the arts to develop change agents and activists for the generations that follow.   Georgie spends her time between her homes in Guatemala and Costa Rica while traveling the world. You’ll usually find her garden and hobby farm surrounded by family and her dogs, cats, rabbits, and goats.