WHO WE ARE
A collision of TWO WORLDS
From Ventura’s home in Henley-on-Thames, Neil and Kanta Ventura have curated a world where artistry, passion and precision converge. A place where Neil’s deep knowledge of diamonds and gemstones, honed from three-and-a-half decades at De Beers, meets Kanta’s innate understanding of how jewellery fits into a woman’s wardrobe.
NEIL VENTURA Founder & CEO
Neil Ventura is a leading authority on diamonds and gemstones. A name synonymous with expertise and insight, he is fascinating to talk to and always generous with his wisdom.
A trusted guide in the enigmatic world of gemstones that few get to experience, Neil inherited his passion for jewellery from his grandfather, Leslie Joseph Ventura, a jeweller himself. Neil’s journey has taken him around the globe, where he carved out a distinguished career with De Beers—an iconic name in the world of diamonds—spanning 34 years. An integral part of the De Beers Executive team, much of his career was spent buying, selling and auctioning diamonds, including several exceptionally large and rare stones. Neil also spearheaded Tracr, a pioneering digital trust platform delivering end-to-end traceability of a diamond’s journey. As a member of the National Committee of the National Association of Jewellers in the UK, Neil’s roots are deep within the British jewellery landscape. With the founding of Ventura in 2023, his journey has come full circle.
KANTA VENTURA
Creative Director
A qualified jewellery designer and former fashion designer, Kanta is the personal jewellery stylist you never knew you needed. With a sharp eye for design, she isn’t just creating jewels; she is weaving them into the fabric of a woman’s life.
Kanta designs with purpose, considering how each piece fits, moves and feels within your world. Drawing from her rich Indian heritage, Kanta brings a vibrant, colourful lens to everything she creates. Warmth, energy, texture and pattern define her work and she loves pushing boundaries, inspiring clients to step out of their comfort zones, embrace bold colour choices and break free from the predictable.
PRITAM MUKHI
Director
Pritam is a 3rd generation jeweller and a gemstone and jewellery expert. He has extensive experience in sourcing and valuing gemstones and diamonds from around the world from a network of trusted sources curated over several decades. A qualified GIA gemologist, Pritam is also a former ambassador of the International Coloured Gemstone Association and is a recognised appraiser of fine jewellery.
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The Dorian Gray-inspired grey and orange colour palette isn’t just a design choice; it’s a reflection of our commitment to individuality. Named after the classic novel by Oscar Wilde, we selected this timeless, neutral grey because it enhances the brilliance of the diamonds and gemstones in our collection, revealing their truest beauty.
Capturing the warm and welcoming atmosphere in our studio, the bold orange, meanwhile, was inspired by ‘The Mandarin’—the first one-of-a-kind ring designed by Kanta, set with a perfectly cut oval Mandarin garnet.
