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Tonight, we take you to meet Kevin Liao, who gave up a career in technology for his passion: jewelry. After studying computer science and business management in the US, he decided to switch tracks and pursue professional training in jewelry design and restoration. FTV reporter Stephany Yang has the story.

He washes the jewelry in a machine, then, under the microscope, he quickly repairs a broken necklace.

This is Kevin Liao. With a background in computer hardware and software, he first entered the jewelry field through 3D computer modeling. That doorway opened up a passion for gemstones and metal craftsmanship.

Kevin Liao
Jewelry repair professional
I first entered the jewelry field through 3D computer modeling. I used digital design as a way to learn how to make jewelry and create. Later on, through different opportunities, I started working with the real jewelry piece. That is when I discovered my strong interest in gemstones, identification, and metal craftsmanship. About 20 years ago, I traveled to India on my own to learn about gemstone cutting and production. At this time, I didn’t realize how many skills this industry required, but the more I learn the more I realized this was a field worth deeply exploring and something I was truly passionate about.

Passion alone wasn’t enough. Jewelry restoration requires a wide range of professional skills and the barrier to entry is high.

Kevin Liao
Jewelry repair professional
Jewelry restoration has a very high barrier to entry especially because I chose to work in a fully integrated one-step process, from identification and design to production and restoration. Every step requires strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience. I also studied under masters in Hong Kong, mainland China, and Taiwan. I trained in stone settings, 3D design, metalwork, electroplating, and polishing.

Liao studied computer science and business management in the United States. Driven by his passion for jewelry, he pursued professional training in jewelry design and restoration. Around 10 years ago, he returned to Taiwan and founded a jewelry repair store, and has since accumulated nearly 20 years of practical experience. He said, many people don’t realize that even broken jewelry still holds value.

Kevin Liao
Jewelry repair professional
When jewelry is broken, bent, or damaged, most people feel lost. Their first reaction is often that the piece has no value anymore. From our professional advice, that is simply not true. The problem is usually a lack of clear information. Our company has strong identification capabilities. We don’t just look at the surface, we evaluate gemstone characteristics, metal composition, and the true value of a piece.

He says that beyond technical mastery, educating consumers is at the heart of his mission. He hopes to guide people to understand the true value of their jewelry, whether through identification, restoration, or redesign.

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