Kemba Designs owner/designer Kristen Edmiston started creating jewelry from a place of pure creative passion and joy. As she shared her joy with others and began incorporating deeper meanings into her designs, that passion turned into a business - Kemba Designs Inc. in 2012.
This is only one of her entrepreneurial ventures as she's also holds an Executive MBA, founded her own business and management consulting company, K. Edmiston & Associates Inc. in 2012 where she supports other businesses and larger organizations as a Consultant, Strategist, and Mentor. She's also a Motivational Speaker, the author of The ONE Book, is the host of The ONE Program Podcast, the co-founder of A Circle of Angels, and more!
Her roots, though? She's a former Paediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse that pursued her career to the Executive Level before going all in on her own business start ups. As of 2025, she's keeping the ball rolling with all it all and adding a few other ventures to her mix in the coming year. Stay tuned!
So although her very mixed career paths have led her into a million different directions - she's grounded in her values. Personal and professional - values are where it all begins and ends for her. As for Kemba... Kristen designs with 3 key values in mind.
BEAUTY THROUGH STORY
"Our life stories are all unique and they are ALL BEAUTIFUL. Different sounds, smells, colors, textures, etc. can hold special meaning within our stories. The touch of a specific gem or wooden bead, the sparkle of crystal or symbolism of a little charm can help us stay connected to our stories and memories through our treasured jewelry. Kemba Designs incorporates the little things that matter most."
FREEDOM THROUGH IMAGINATION
"In the land of IMAGINATION we are free to live out our dreams, to play and try new things. Kemba Designs always starts with a little sprinkle of imagination and magic when the jewelry is created. We encourage you to live, laugh. love... let go, have fun and feel free to express your TRUE self."
KINDNESS THROUGH ACTION
"Kindness through words has power, but that power is MULTIPLIED when kindness is expressed through ACTION. Kemba Designs believes in spreading love, hope and joy to others through ACTS of compassion, celebration and gratitude. Help us spread for LOVE in the world."
Kristen believes one of her life purposes is to make the world a better place by spreading love, compassion and encouragement to others. Kemba and The Circle of Angels has become the most wonderful portal for her to connect with others who also feel that same life purpose. We're here for so much more than jewelry. We're here for building community, connection, and creating joy.