Nicholas was born in North Providence, RI.  He graduated from LaSalle Academy High School and Rhode Island College, both in Providence.  Growing up in Rhode Island in the 1970’s and 80’s, it was almost a given you would find yourself working in the jewelry manufacturing industry, as it once held the distinction of being the jewelry manufacturing capital of the world. 

 Nicholas’ first job was working at Providence Casting in 1965.  Throughout his High School and College careers, he worked at several different manufacturing companies in Rhode Island, honing his skills and mastering the trade.  

In 1985, Nicholas started his own manufacturing company, located in Providence called Thergen, Inc.  Thergen quickly became established as one of the premier manufacturing facilities in Rhode Island.  Nicholas, with his knowledge, background, and skills, quickly forged a relationship with the U.S. Government and began producing military insignias for all four branches of our armed forces.  In 1996, Nicholas started a second company, Genesis Marketing Group, Ltd.  Genesis/ASI 56420 is now known as a leading supplier in our industry, specializing in Custom Emblematic Jewelry, such as Lapel Pins, Key Chains, Coins, Medallions, Dog Tags, Golf Accessories, Silicone Bracelets, PVC Items, Lucite Embedments, and Acrylic Awards.  In 2004,