Our Team

Kate is trained as a designer, and a metalsmith. Holding masters degrees in architecture and landscape architecture, she attributes her design sensibilities and passion for the environment to her formal training.

Kate began metalsmithing while in graduate school, and instantly fell in love with the tactile process of making jewelry. After working for several years in the field of architecture, Kate enrolled at Creative Side Jewelry Academy in Austin, TX, where she received more than 500 hours of full-time, hands-on training in the art and craft of metalsmithing.

Originally from Connecticut, Kate has lived in Colorado since 2007. She currently lives in Denver with her husband, Scott Maller, and their beloved Australian Shepherds, Takoda Winklematten Maller + Gwindel Bear Maller. 

Tess graduated magna cum laude from MSU Denver in 2019 with a degree in Anthropology, and a minor in Biology. She discovered metalsmithing while in college. Instantly intrigued, she signed up for her first metalsmithing class, and has been experimenting with the craft ever since. Tess loves working with metal, and makes beautiful jewelry of her own. She says, 'working with metal has taught me patience and humility. I live for the process!' 

A Denver native, Tess currently resides in the The Highlands neighborhood with her partner Nick, and 2 dogs Rosie and Henry.

Tess is a goldsmith, and our studio manager. She is a complete rockstar, and a cornerstone part of our business!

Pamela has lived in San Diego, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara and Seattle, but she has made Denver her home for the past 20 years. She earned a Bachelors of Arts in Fashion Buying and Merchandising from Seattle Pacific University.

Pamela has a sweet little buddy, Henry the pug, who loves to take long walks and go on adventures.

She has an innate design sensibility that we all appreciate. Her extensive background in interior design, and retail give her a unique eye. She loves jewelry, fashion and sustainability, and is thus a natural fit at KMJ! Pamela's upbeat personality, and calm demeanor are an asset to our team. She loves to help client's choose just the right piece, and enjoys seeing our regulars in the neighborhood who pop in to say hi, and see what's new - especially with their pups!

Christie is originally from the east coast. She moved to Denver in 2015, and earned a Masters degree in Social Work from University of Denver. Colorado has so much to offer - from amazing parks in the city to stunning hikes in the foothills - Christie loves taking it all in. She also enjoys spending time with friends and family, and traveling.

Christie has always found jewelry a beautiful medium of self-expression. Being particularly drawn to KMJ's passion for social and environmental justice; she loves that the business is woman owned, and that all of the pieces have an organic and authentic aesthetic. The fact that the other artists we carry share Kate's vision of sustainability and ethical business practices is something she values.

Christie is a true gem! She is extremely knowledgeable in all of our products, which means she's always apt to help our clients discover everything our shop has to offer - whether an engagement ring, or special gift - Christie has you covered.

After graduating university in Glasgow Saara spent a few years traveling in and around Australia. There she met her American who brought her stateside in 2015.

Her perfect afternoon involves time outside in the sun, working out/teaching a Pilates class, and lots of Scottish chocolate.

Saara loves dainty jewelry; stacking rings, delicate chains and cute studs. She finds working at KMJ great fun, if a little dangerous ;) She currently lives in the Lohi neighborhood of Denver with her husband DJ, and their puppy Cam.

Saara's positive attitude, and outgoing personality make all our days sunny at KMJ. She's always delighted to share her favorite jewels with clients, and help them find just the right treasure.

Jamie is a multifaceted creator/ maker who has been working in different areas of jewelry for 6 years. She graduated from CSU with a Bachelor of Arts with a concentration in Metalsmithing and Jewelry Making. 

Jamie believes jewelry is an important part of connection and self expression, which is why she is inspired by the dedication by Kate Maller Jewelry to reduce the impact on the environment, cultivate community support, and spend time to create nuanced pieces of art. Jamie says, 'Being able to be a part of the process, watching a piece grow and evolve into its own unique form, is why I love what I do.'

She was born and raised in Colorado and currently lives in Denver with her partner Fernando and her Pug/Pom Peanut.

Jamie is a highly skilled, thoughtful, and meticulous jeweler. Her attention to detail, and problem solving abilities are assets to our studio practice. We truly feel we won the lottery when we found Jamie, and value all she brings to our team.

Growing up in northern New Hampshire, in the heart of the White Mountains, and with a family of artisans naturally fostered a passion for creativity, and a love of adventure + wild places in equal measure. Cam graduated from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in metalsmithing and jewelry design. Over the years he has worked with a number of jewelry teams from Vermont, to Massachusetts, and now Colorado.

KMJ's approach to jewelry making, and commitment to sustainable practices fit right in line with Cam's environmental views, and he is proud to be a part of furthering that vision. We are beyond thankful to have Cam's strong skill set, and experience in our studio.

Cam's love of the mountains and outdoors is a big part of what drew him to Colorado. He currently lives in Arvada with his wife, Marion, and their sweet dog Penny, who is also a wonderful and valued team member at our studio.

Sarah was raised in the mountains of Colorado, studied in Massachusetts, and then landed back in Denver in 2011. She has spent much of her adult life growing a career as a Mental Health Therapist. She loves the Colorado sunshine, hot springs, and traveling.

She began metalsmithing as a way to balance the intellectual and emotionally-driven work of the Mental Health profession. From the moment she began taking classes at Boulder Metalsmithing Association she fell in love with the craft and process. A small home studio combined with a global pandemic resulted in a growing skill set, and interest.

Sarah is in constant awe of the dynamic and artful collections created at KMJ, and is thrilled to be involved! She is the self-proclaimed “studio fairy,” and can be found preparing shipments, watering plants, photographing pieces, or working on jewelry at the bench.