The fiery brilliance of diamonds has long been associated with the virtues of love and devotion, but beauty is only one facet of this gem. The effects of wearing a diamond can also be chaos and disharmony. Howard Beckman of Balaji Natural Gems in New Mexico states, "Diamonds emit an electromagnetic field that interacts with the energy field of the person wearing it. Certain diamonds should not be worn by anyone and certain people should never wear diamonds." Of the estimated 2.4 million couples who get married in the United States every year, over 95% of engagement rings and 75% of wedding rings are diamonds, according to Beckman. Giving a diamond ring for marriage is a tradition that began in 1477 with Archduke Maximilian of Austria and Mary of Burgundy and now divorce rates are higher than ever before. Coincidence or not? Gem therapy, or planetary gemology, dates back to ancient Indian, Greek, Egyptian, and Jewish cultures. Gems were worn for the potencies they imparted, not for their monetary value. Planetary gemology comes from the ancient Vedic (Hindu) system of astrology based on the fixed positions of stars and constellations. This system is very precise in determining strengths and weaknesses and the direction of one's destiny. Consulting an expert before choosing a gemstone can determine personal energy patterns and how to harmonize them with gemstone energies. Howard Beckman is one of the few people in the world today who has been given the title of �Planetary Gemologist,' awarded him by the Planetary Gemological Association in Bangkok, Thailand. He is recognized as the sole gemologist in the U.S. who is also expert in the field of vedic astrology and gem therapy. Howard is the author of three books and a CD on these subjects and travels frequently for lectures and workshops. He is president of the Vedic Cultural Fellowship in Pecos, New Mexico, where he also has a thriving consultation practice.NOTE TO EDITORS: Photos, media kit, interviews available upon request.
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Black Diamond taps ex-Executive VP from Dreyfus Investments as Managing Partner



Ft. Lauderdale, FL, September 17, 2003 � Black Diamond Asset Management (BDAM) is pleased to announce that Randy Lierman has joined parent Black Diamond LLC, as a Managing Partner and as a member of the Board of Directors. Black Diamond Asset Management is the investment advisor to the Black Diamond family of funds. Mr. Lierman will be managing the product development along with responsibilities as head of U.S. sales distribution and marketing for the family of funds.



Mr. Lierman previously served as Executive Vice President of National Sales for Dreyfus Investments, in New York City. As part of the senior management of Dreyfus Investments, he was instrumental in leading the exceptional growth of sales and the development of the intermediary sales channels of Dreyfus Funds during his six-years at the firm from 1996 through 2002. During his tenure at Dreyfus, he started and headed sales of the financial institutions division and then went on to national sales of the broker dealer division where he began his career with Dreyfus.



The previous five years he spent with J&W Seligman Financial Services in New York. Throughout his 22-year career in the investment management business, Mr. Lierman has been responsible for the successful building of investment product, sales and marketing distribution capabilities for mutual funds and other investment products for retail and institutional platforms. Mr. Lierman is a Certified Investment Management Analyst. He is currently completing his studies toward Investment Specialist certification.



"Randy's proven track record and respect in the mutual fund industry will prove invaluable as we continue to grow our core fund business and expand our product offerings", said Larry Schweiger, Chairman & CEO of Black Diamond Asset Management.



To receive a prospectus with more complete information including risks, fees and expenses, call Black Diamond Funds at 1-866-726-1700 or visit blackdiamondfunds.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing or sending money.





Media inquiries: Daniel Karten � 866-726-1700 x.206 or dkarten@blackdiamondfunds.com

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