From Selling Pizza in School to Building a Global Diamond Brand: This Entrepreneur Started Young

This guest turned selling pizza slices in school into a mindset that now runs a global luxury jewellery brand. In this episode of The Dream Catchers Show, I sit down with Saagar Mehta, the entrepreneur behind Infiniti Jewels Singapore, a third-generation fine jewellery and diamond business known for bespoke designs and rare gemstones. We talk about his journey from early hustles to launching a modern luxury jewellery brand, collaborating with names like Lamborghini and Bentley, and expanding into Dubai and international markets. He also reveals how diamonds, coloured gemstones, and bespoke jewellery can be both emotional heirlooms and smart investments.IN THIS EPISODE00:00 | Why a school pizza hustle predicted a luxury empire02:43 | The childhood habit that quietly builds entrepreneurs04:19 | What growing up around diamonds really teaches you08:26 | When luxury brands like Lamborghini start calling you09:43 | Why jewellery tastes reveal more about culture than fashion10:28 | The jewellery trick that makes one piece do five jobs11:33 | How the wealthy secretly think about gemstones as assets14:13 | The diamond mistake that can erase $100,000 instantly16:00 | The global journey every luxury jewel takes before you wear it17:10 | The 200-year family ring with a story most people never see19:35 | The one rule that separates trusted luxury brands from the rest20:15 | The market most entrepreneurs wrongly underestimate21:22 | The one trait every successful luxury founder must master25:22 | Rapid-fire round26:35 | The final insight that every entrepreneur should hearSaagar Mehta | Director | Infiniti JewelsSaagar Mehta is the Director of Infiniti Jewels and a certified graduate of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Under his leadership, Infiniti Jewels has grown into a premier home-grown jewellery brand, celebrated for its bespoke creations and exceptional craftsmanship. Beyond designing exquisite pieces, Saagar is passionate about gemstone education, empowering clients with the knowledge to make informed investment decisions. His expertise spans gemstone selection, bespoke design, and strategic brand growth.Shalima MotialFounder & CEO of Dream Catchers (Host)With over 20 years of work experience, I am a passionate and creative entrepreneur who specialises in online talent showcase and marketing. I have a master's degree in English literature, which gives me a strong foundation in communication, storytelling, and content creation. I founded Dream Catchers Vision in 2011, a Singapore-based online platform that discovers and promotes performing artists from around the world.Connect with Shalima at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shalima-motial-44aab331/    Dream CatchersDream Catchers: Empowering Dreams in SingaporeDream Catchers is a pioneering Events, Theatre & Film Production company based in Singapore, dedicated to nurturing the aspirations of performing artists, entrepreneurs, and promoting women’s empowerment. Established over 14 years ago, the company has successfully organized numerous online and offline events, serving as a vital platform for emerging talent. Notably, Dream Catchers has been a nationwide talent partner for major Bollywood concerts in Singapore, providing invaluable opportunities for artists to shine. Through its diverse initiatives, Dream Catchers continues to inspire and empower individuals across the region.Thank you to our Sponsors:Mandar Padhye; The Resilient Investor - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandarpadhye?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_ios OnlineDietCare - www.onlinedietcare.comInfiniti Jewels - www.infinitijewels.com.sg RealtybyDeepti - https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepti-malik-30675351?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app &https://www.instagram.com/realtybydeepti?igsh=bjE5a3N2eG9iaG02&utm_source=qr