"From Homeless to Jewelry CEO | Lia Valencia Key’s Incredible Journey"

"From Homeless to Jewelry CEO | Lia Valencia Key’s Incredible Journey"

From Bling Talks: Insights from the Jewelers’ World by Anthony Haddad

May 19, 2025 · 41 min · Season 1 · Episode 29

About this episode

Lia Valencia Key shares her inspiring journey from homelessness to becoming the CEO of Valencia Key Jewelry, discussing the challenges and lessons learned along the way.

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Host: Anthony Haddad

Guest: Lia Valencia Key

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Organizations: Valencia Key Jewelry

Places: QVC

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