With over 40 years in the fine jewelry industry, Lester Friedlander has built Clover II into a category leader in karat gold jewelry for major retailers. His strategic approach—anchored in data-driven merchandising, operational efficiency, and long-standing industry relationships—has delivered measurable growth and long-term profitability for clients across the retail spectrum.

 

Lester founded Clover II in 1988 to create scalable, profitable gold jewelry programs for non-traditional retail environments. Under his leadership, Clover II has grown into a global operation known for merchandising excellence, inventory optimization, and never-out-of-stock execution.

 

He has also led Clover II’s ongoing commitment to responsible sourcing—advancing traceability, transparency, and sustainability across the gold supply chain.

 

Headquartered in New York with offices in Italy, Thailand, and Canada, Lester and his team oversee a global supply chain that delivers competitive pricing, consistent quality, and best-in-class category management.