Silver King
Our Family
MIGUEL & MARIA DÁVALOS
Miguel and Maria Dávalos, natives of
Zapotlanejo in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, married in April 1970. Starting
from humble beginnings, Miguel and Maria have created a life where work
and family go together perfectly and is a big source of pride.
At the young age of 12, Miguel began his career in leather crafting making
shoes with his older brother. In 1964 at the age of 21, he moved to Los
Angeles and worked for MacPhearson Saddlery for six years making leather
horse equipment. He honed his craft by working side jobs at home. In his
garage, Miguel crafted leather pieces including chaps, bridles and tack.
He’d bring his pieces to sell at Western retailers and horse shows
where discerning eyes would recognize his skillful work. In the 70s, Miguel
also began working with silver. Self-taught through trial and error, Miguel
learned the art of silversmithing including hand engraving. Meanwhile, his
wife Maria took care of their two boys, Miguel and Carlos, and took sewing
jobs at home to bring home extra money.
As years passed, the opportunity to open up a shop revealed itself to Miguel.
However, he had doubts because he had never owned a business. A friend suggested
that his wife Maria, whose outgoing and kind personality would prove to
help the business’ success, manage the customer service. Maria encouraged
Miguel to take up the opportunity. As a pregnant mom with two young boys
and no business experience, Maria was undaunted. In 1975, Silver King was
formed in California.
Through the years, Miguel and Maria built up their business and grew to
a family of six. Keeping their values of hard work, perseverance and dedication,
Silver King has been successful in creating a solid reputation for quality
workmanship and personalized client service.
Now more than 30 years from its inception, Silver King employs the entire
family. The secret to their success Maria says is to love your work, enjoy
doing it and take pride in it. But what she is most proud of is having her
family together and truly making Silver King a family-run business.
MIGUEL DÁVALOS JR.
Miguel Dávalos Jr., Miguel and Maria’s first son, graduated with a B.A. in Speech Communications in 1994 from California State University Northridge. Miguel worked at Silver King throughout his teen and college years. In 1996, Miguel took a job a Dayton Rogers, a metal-stamping manufacturing company. For the next four years, he learned about all parts of the manufacturing business from purchasing to sales. Miguel took his learnings and returned to Silver King in Fall 2000. Since his return, Miguel has helped Silver King streamline its manufacturing processes and update its marketing tools and tactics. He currently manages sales, service and marketing for Silver King.
As a child, Miguel showed early talent for drawing. He enjoyed working with his hands and was naturally drawn to the family business. Through the years, his interests lied more in the art of silversmithing. His drawing talent and silverworking skills lent him to designing many products and working with customers to create what they envision in their custom-made pieces. Recently married in Fall 2001, Miguel and his wife Barbie reside in California.
CARLOS DÁVALOS
The charismatic second son of Miguel and Maria Dávalos, has always had an eye for trends. As a child, Carlos was an active and popular kid who made friends easily. His outgoing personality and knack for building relationships has allowed him to be a real asset to the family business. Currently, Carlos is involved with production and sales.
Carlos’ interests include sports and
healthy living. Married in 1999, Carlos and his wife Kristi live in Valencia
and recently had a baby girl on April 2, 2002, Delaney Bella Dávalos
– the first grandchild of the family.
MALILA DÁVALOS
The first daughter of the Dávalos clan, Malila is the sassy go-getter of the bunch. Recently graduating from California State University Northridge in May 2002, Malila received a degree in International Business.
Her ambitious ways have taken her to Guadalajara, Mexico where she attended the Instituto Technologico de Estudios Superiores del Occidente and the Universidad of Guadalajara. She taught English to elementary school students while attending school in Mexico.
Malila’s outgoing personality and organizational
leadership has helped the company begin targeted outreach to new clients.
Malila currently manages new business opportunities and marketing support
for Silver King.
MARCIA DÁVALOS
Marcia, the youngest of four children, is currently attending California State University Northridge. Her major is Management Information Systems and expects to graduate in May 2003. A wiz on the computer and an eye for technological design, Marcia manages Silver King’s web site.
In addition, Marcia has also displayed talent for working with leather and silver and does much of the hands-on work with the product. She also handles the administrative duties of the business.
Marcia’s adventurous spirit and friendly personality has made her a well-rounded person and has taken her to many places including the University of Hawaii as an exchange student. Her interests include travel, snowboarding and boating.
Our Company
About Our Products
Silver King Specializes in creating custom-made silver, including buckles,
silver accessories, and fine jewelry. In addition, Silver King creates made-to-order
belts and a variety of leather goods. Each Silver King jewelry and leather
piece is made by skilled artisans with more than a half century of experience.
Silver King designers create one-of-a-kind pieces for individuals with discerning
taste who appreciate quality
Company Reputation
As and established family business in California since 1975, Silver King has built a solid name for quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. Customers have come to expect no less than the finest in hand-made items. The company prides itself on providing personalized service and establishing long-term relationships with its clients.
Process and Capabilities
To ensure quality, each piece is individually handcrafted and given start-to-finish attention. Using time-tested techniques and our vast experience, Silver King has developed innovative designs and provides expert guidance to clients developing their own creations. The process begins with a new concept and ends with a priceless piece of art that will last a lifetime. No two pieces will ever look exactly the same. Each piece is unique.
Silver King craftsmen work only the finest materials. In addition to silver, we work with gold, and other precious metals and stones. Leather creations include belts, albums, handbags and tack to name a few. In addition, Silver King is a full-service silver and leather shop specializing in repairing and restoring silver and leather goods.
Silver King jewelry and leather pieces are featured in select premium shops and boutiques around the world.