OUR TEAM
At Fire in Ice,
our team is both guide & partner.
A personal, guided gemstone experience — from first conversation to final stone.
At Fire in Ice, every journey is shaped through relationship, trust, and thoughtful guidance. We are a small team working closely between Sri Lanka and the West, combining deep cultural connection with years of experience in the gemstone world.
More than simply sourcing stones, we help clients navigate the process with clarity, insight, and care — creating a more personal and meaningful connection to each gemstone and its story.
OUR APPROACH
How we guide selection
We Begin With You
We start by understanding your preferences, timeline, budget, and the feeling you want your gemstone to carry — ensuring the experience is shaped around you rather than inventory or trends.
We Source Intentionally
Through trusted relationships within Sri Lanka’s gem communities, we search thoughtfully for stones that align with your vision, prioritizing beauty, provenance, and individuality.
We Curate, Not Overwhelm
Rather than presenting endless options, we offer a carefully considered selection accompanied by honest imagery, context, and guidance so the process feels calm and approachable.
We Explain What Matters
We translate color, clarity, cut, and origin into clear, approachable language — helping you understand what truly affects beauty and value without pressure or unnecessary jargon.
We Move at Your Pace
We believe choosing a gemstone should feel collaborative, educational, and deeply personal — never rushed or transactional. We encourage questions, reflection, and thoughtful decision-making throughout the process.
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Ravin
Operations & Partnerships
Ravin heads up operations, philanthropic initiatives & long-term partnerships.
Born and educated in London, Ravin immigrated to the United States, and has built a 30 year career in operations management, working at some of the most well-respected Boston and London-based corporations. Born to Sri Lankan parents, his passion has always been to return to his roots and find meaningful ways to remain connected—supporting the people, practices, and relationships that sustain Sri Lanka’s generations-old gem trade, and ensuring its traditions continue through mutual respect and shared success.
Tharindu
Logistics & Community Relations
Tharindu heads up logistics, transportation, and community relations.
Tharindu brings more than a decade of experience in logistics and transport, with a career grounded in coordination, reliability, and on-the-ground problem solving. He was actively involved in the establishment of Sri Lanka’s first free-of-cost ambulance service, a formative experience that reflects his long-standing commitment to service and community impact. With over six years of experience in the gem and jewelry field, Tharindu plays a key role in supporting gemstone sourcing at the origin. He is deeply invested in creating fairer pathways within the mining sector, advocating for structures that give back to the workers and families who sustain the industry. His work is driven by respect for tradition, responsibility to community, and a belief in shared growth built on trust.
Nuwan
Quality Assurance & Ethics
Nuwan heads up quality assurance, regulatory, ethics, and compliance.
With a Bachelor of Laws from the University of London and an MBA from the University of Middlesex, Nuwan brings a strong foundation in ethics, structure, and long-term thinking that continues to guide his work today. Beyond law and strategy, his enduring passion has always been gemstones. For more than seven years, Nuwan has worked closely within the Ceylon gem industry, developing deep, practical expertise and long-standing relationships with miners, cutters, and respected gem families. Built on consistency, transparency, and trust, these relationships grant access to exceptional, unheated stones rarely available on the open market. Through his work, Nuwan connects origin and client relationships with integrity—ensuring every gemstone is accurately represented and offered with its full story intact.
Lauren
Marketing & Communications
Lauren heads up marketing, financials, administration, & company communications.
A member of the International Gem Society, Lauren is deeply passionate about Sri Lanka and its rich mining heritage. She is drawn to the stories behind each stone and plays a central role in shaping how Fire in Ice communicates provenance, authenticity, and trust. With over 20 years of experience in sales, marketing, and project management for large-scale U.S.-based companies, Lauren is known for her clarity, organization, and thoughtful execution. Her leadership ensures complex initiatives move forward smoothly, efficiently, and always with intention.