MEET OUR TEAM!

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Dan and Emily Staples

Owners


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Jake — Louisville, KY — Staples Jewelry

Ella Staples

Sales/Jewelry Design


Ella is a third-generation jeweler and a recent graduate of Western Kentucky University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing. During her time at WKU, she studied abroad in Greece and worked with the University’s softball team.


She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching sports, and traveling. A passionate quilter and crafter, she has a love for creative design and takes pride in helping clients create one-of-a-kind pieces. She’s all about embracing the unique!

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Jake Epperson

Sales/Jewelry Design and Engraving


 Jake has been part of the jewelry industry for over 35 years. Born and raised in Louisville, his passion for jewelry began right here in his hometown. He takes great pride in helping each client create the perfect piece, whether transforming a cherished heirloom or designing something entirely new.


Outside the jewelry store, Jake enjoys spending time with his wife, Donna, their two sons, and three dogs.

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Ally Mouser

Sales/Jewelry Design


Ally grew up around jewelry her entire life, with bench jewelers in her family, so her love for fine jewelry and craftsmanship started early. Today, she brings that passion into helping clients choose pieces that feel personal and meaningful.


She’s currently earning her BA in Biology, and she loves making the process fun, easy, and stress-free for clients. Outside the store, she enjoys spending time with friends, being around animals, and traveling. Ally believes jewelry should feel like a celebration of who you are, and she loves helping clients pick the pieces that express their story.

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Chanse Lanham

Sales


Born and raised in Oldham County, Chanse has always valued self-expression as one of the most powerful forms of individuality. His passion for jewelry grew from that belief, that everyone should feel confident showing who they are without fear of judgment. Chanse finds joy in connecting with others through jewelry, helping people choose pieces that reflect their style and story. He sees jewelry as more than an accessory it’s a meaningful expression of personality, emotion, and heritage.


Outside of work, Chanse loves spending time with his family and friends and enjoys sports, fashion, and traveling to new places.


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Sheila Marcellino

Sales


Originally from London, Kentucky, Sheila has been part of the team for 28 years, sharing her love of jewelry and warm personality with everyone she meets. Working part-time allows her to do what she loves most helping customers find pieces that bring joy and meaning to their lives.


Outside of work, Sheila treasures time spent with her nine grandchildren and her precious dog, Mia. She also enjoys relaxing with a good book, traveling or a favorite movie.



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Randy Hubbard

Master Jeweler

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Peggy Miller

Bench Jeweler, Jewelry Design and Sales


Peggy was born and raised in Louisville.  She has a degree in Art and Design and is our Master Designer.  She is talented in many ways and enjoys dressing up as a clown, participating in various parades around Louisville and overall loving life.


She has been a jeweler for our store for over 30 years and came to work full time in 2012.  She has her hand in all aspects of our business. Don't be surprised to see her in costume on your next visit.