feature
the 14 kt gold outlet
celebrating
years in business
A Diamond Anniversary July marked 30 years of The 14kt Outlet shining bright like a diamond throughout the Pocono Mountains. Ron and Mona Siwiec have made the business of making people happy a huge success. From Ron’s custom hand-made, one-of-a-kind pieces to an in-stock gold heart for your love, the Siwiecs take great pleasure in their customers’ friendships. Yes, their friendships. They have watched young mothers shopping for engagement rings turn into grandmothers shopping for Communion Crosses. Mona (tearing up a little) says, “in 30 years, I can’t express how much we appreciate our customers and their friendship. It’s life, and we are so happy we get to be a part of our customers happy occasions.” Owning, operating and making a business successful is not easy task and Ron and Mona Siwiec have had their share of challenges along the way. Originally opened in Stroudsbrug on 611 in 1983, the business was flooded in 1984 so they made a move to 7th street in Stroudsburg. Mona took a leave of absence from teaching and coaching in 1984 to get the business started and then resigned, while Ron was still working full-time for another store in New Jersey, where he was a partner. Ron started in the jewelry industry because his cousing needed him to help at his store over the holidays, and the rest is history. After high school Ron went full-time into the industry and immersed himself in learning the art of jewelry making. Taking extra courses and working at his craft everyday led him to his unique and one-of-a-kind style of jewely design. Bold angles and brilliant gems and stones are the signature of his custom work. “Jewelry is wearable art, and I love to make masterpieces,” Ron says. In 1987, the store moved to Main Street and that is where they have been ever since. In the same year the couple had their first child. The couple have two sons and have always encouraged them to live their own lives and not worry about “the family business”, however, their son Cory is focused on precious metals buying at their second location in Brodheadsville. After 30 years in business together and over 30 years of marriage, Mona still beams and says, “hands down Ron is the best jeweler in the business, and we have customers in the industry who tell us the same thing!” If you are looking for a special piece of jewelry, you must come visit this special couple, they are happily at your service. Visit 14 Kt Outlet at 611 Main Street in Stroudsburg. Or for more information, visit the14ktoutlet.com online or call 570.421.5081.
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