Opening Times and Programme

Artificial intelligence is undergoing a new development with the appearance of new tools now accessible to the general public. Everyone knows ChatGPT, but the world of creation is now transformed by artificial intelligence softwares like Midjourney, which allow to create images from textual descriptions. Is it a simple tool for designers or will AI replace designers and creatives? What do designers in the watch industry think? Are they already using these new tools? Who are the owners of the creations made using these new tools? These are the questions we will discuss during this talk.

Speakers:
Nicolas Barth Nussbaumer , Senior Art Direction & Senior Product designer @ Barth.Studio
Maximilien Maire , Designer @ CREATIVISION Design Studio
Alain Alberini , Attorney at law, Partner @ Sigma Legal
Anwar Korti , Founder @ TendanceHorlogerie.com
Moderation:
Marc-Christian Perronnet , Intellectual Property Attorney

In french

How can you transform the rich heritage of a sleeping beauty into a contemporary success?
Watch journalist Anders Modig speaks with three CEOs about a growing trend: the resurrection of forgotten brands with beautiful timepieces.

Speakers:
Dr. Robert Punkenhofer , Founder and CEO @ Carl Suchy & Söhne AG
Hakim El Kadiri , Founder @ ELKA Watch Co. Sàrl
Tom van Wijlick , Founder and CEO @ Lebois & Co and Airain
Moderation:
Anders Mödig , Freelance journalist & photographe

In english

Speakers:
Michael Jappert , CEO @ WOLF 1834 Ltd
Moderation:
Anders Mödig , Freelance journalist & photographe

In english

In 2022, nine young watchmakers exhibited their creations for the first time at the international fair, Time to Watches. One year later, we welcome six of these young watchmakers, who come to share the last 12 months of their lives, to present their newest creations and talk to us about their future and their vision of the future of the watch industry.

Speakers:
Samuel Gillioz , Founder @ KAURI WATCHES Sàrl
Philippe Narbel , Watchmaker, decorator, founder @ Manufactor SA and Narbel&Co
Romain Rogé & Stéphan Bastide

 , Watchmakers and Co-Founders @ Rogé Bastide
Olivier Mory , Founder @ SKILL
Vanessa Lecci , Enameller & Founder @ Vanessa Lecci Atelier
Moderation:
Marc-Christian Perronnet , Intellectual Property Attorney

In french

Let’s role play: from makers to holders (the next 3.0 client), a discussion from different perspective on how blockchain, NFTs and metaverse are being used, how they are reshaping ownership with transformative effect on compliance, tax and regulation, how these emerging technologies can elevate the brand experience in the age of 3.0 storytelling, and matc to clients expectations in the context of digital transformation happening to the way of selling, interacting, buying.

Speakers:
Emilie-Alice Fabrizi , Creative Strategist @ LE LAB – freestudios
Mengmeng WANG , Business development in the luxury sector
Valentina Viveros , Co-Founder @ KATENA
Aleksandra Ahrens , Head Ventures & Innovations @ i.AM Lab
Lin Bingqiang , CEO @ Behrens watch

Moderation:
Trang Fernandez-Leenknecht , Partner Tax & Tech @ Holistik – wealth planning

In english

Inaugural evening with Lada Umstätter, Director of HEAD – Genève, Jean-Daniel Pasche, President of the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry and Madame La Conseillère d’Etat, Fabienne Fischer, of the Republic and Canton of Geneva.

Just after the opening ceremony… it’s Time to PARTY! The perfect opportunity to meet and share, face to face, with a drink in hand. On the programme: drinks, finger food and a live music performance by Knights Club!

When it comes to watch design, we often only talk about men with moustaches, yet the most beautiful men’s watches are often designed by women. Meet these creators and discuss the place of women in the world of watch design.

Speakers:
Magali Metrailler , Watch Designer
Sonia Lacroix , Designer Watch & Jewelry – Founder @ Aaltas Sàrl
Liliane Murenzi , Senior Designer in Watchmaking and Jewelry  @ BA111OD Sàrl
Moderation:
Marc-Christian Perronnet , Intellectual Property Attorney

In french

How do we educate the new generation of designers today? Discussions and perspectives with those in charge of watch design education at HEAD – Genève, students and alumni, and a renowned watch designer. Vision, aspirations and challenges of the profession for the future.

Speakers:
Valerie Ursenbacher , Chargée de cours HES, responsable de la Chaire en design Horloger  @ HEAD – Genève
Antoine Rifin , Junior Watch Designer @ Emile Chouriet
Elie Eliez , Design student @ HEAD – Genève
Séfana Bach , Design student @ HEAD – Genève
Emmanuel Gueit , Watch, Jewelry and High Jewelry Designer @ EG Studio

Moderation:
Marc-Christian Perronnet , Intellectual Property Attorney

In french

2022 was a record year for the watchmaking industry, however the sector is eagerly looking for professionals to face the retirement of employees but also the growth of the industry. There are more than 100,000 vacant positions in Switzerland, a real challenge for employment professionals. Discussion about employment, vocational reintegration and reorientation.

Speakers:
Franck Burauskas , Branch Manager Watch Technology @ ADECCO
Lucas Pailleux , Consultant key account @ ADECCO
Sergio Marfil , Consultant Watch Technology @ ADECCO
Moderation:
Marc-Christian Perronnet , Intellectual Property Attorney

In french

Old and new watch brands have never been so much in direct contact with their customers, either physically or virtually. When end customers form communities, what does it mean for watch brands, marketing opportunity or revolution?

Speakers:
Thomas Baillod , Founder @ BA111OD Sàrl
Matthieu Allègre , Watch designer @ Matthieu Allègre, Watch design
Nicolas Wiederrecht , Co-Owner @ Agenhor SA
Jessica Silli , Member @ CronotempVs
Guido Benedini , CEO @ Watchangels
Moderation:
Frédéric Thomasset , Deputy editor-in-chief @ Bilan magazine

In french

After the visit, join us for an unforgettable fondue evening. Meet and share with industry professionals and watch enthusiasts in a friendly atmosphere (limited places, reservation required).

Mestel (Broc, Fribourg) has made the rubber strap a field of research and industrial applications. High-end watchmaking has made it a must.

Speakers:
Christian Tissières , General Director @ MESTEL SA
José Brandulas , CEO @ PQH Holding SA
Moderation:
Stéphane Gachet , Co-Editor in chief and partner @ WatchAround

In french

A meeting with three generations of artisans watchmakers, their history, their know-how, their techniques and their secrets. Metal is their means of expression, their playground. We will explore the importance of tradition and innovation in watchmaking, and how these artisan watchmakers rethink the industry to touch the hearts of today’s watch enthusiasts.

Speakers:
Natacha Wagnière , Founder @ WAGNIERE
Philippe Narbel , Watchmaker, decorator, founder at Manufactor SA, and co-founder @ Narbel&Co
Cédric Johner , Independent Watchmaker @ Cédric Johner
Moderation:
Marc-Christian Perronnet , Intellectual Property Attorney

In french

Trademarks, designs and patents are at the heart of the concerns of all watch brands seeking to protect themselves from their competitors or counterfeiters. Who else benefits from patents? What are the real stakes of intellectual property?

Speakers:
Olivier Sacroug @ MICHELI & Cie
Marc-Christian Perronnet , Intellectual Property Attorney
Moderation:
Stéphane Gachet , Co-Editor in chief and partner @ WatchAround

In french

Sustainability is at the heart of all concerns and it is not an exception in the watchmaking industry. How do watch designers integrate these principles and values into the heart of their profession and the watches of tomorrow?

Speakers:
Singal Depéry Mösch , Co-Founder and Designer @ ID Genève Watches
Lilian Thibault , Founder  @ AwakeConcept
Emily Vuylsteke , Senior Sustainability Consultant @ dss⁺
Moderation:
Marc-Christian Perronnet

 , Intellectual Property Attorney

In french

Collaborations are everywhere in the fashion industry and watch brands have given in to the temptation. Addition of skills and networks, marketing opportunism, or the return of freedom of expression? We will debate all those topics with our guest speakers!

Speakers:
François-Marie Neycensas , Chief Marketing Officer & Partner @ RESERVOIR watch
Sonia Lacroix , Designer Watch & Jewelry – Founder @ Aaltas Sàrl
Romaric André , Founder @ seconde/seconde/
Jim Zbinden
 , Urban culture archivist, mental designer @ Jim.Z Pool service
Moderation:
Marc-Christian Perronnet

 , Intellectual Property Attorney

In french

Watch snatchings are exploding and watch owners no longer dare to wear certain watch models on a daily basis. Companies are innovating in this area, whether in the area of watch decoration with new types of clasps, or with digital solutions such as electronic certificates of ownership. Our guests will present their innovations and the challenges of the watch industry in this area.

Speakers:
Sebastien Buonomo , CEO & Founder @ Orkos Watchlock SAS
Olivier Sacroug , Swiss & European Patent Attorney @ MICHELI & Cie
Marc Ambrus
, Co-founder @ Watch Certificate
Moderation:
Marc-Christian Perronnet , Intellectual Property Attorney

In french

Meeting and discussions with the creators of the 3rd type of watchmaker!

Speakers:
Philippe Lebru , Founder @ UTINAM – Horlogerie Contemporaine
Alain Silberstein , Designer @ SILBERSTEIN SAS
Moderation:
Stéphane Gachet , Co-Editor in chief and partner @ WatchAround

In french

Meeting and discussions with French watch brands at Time to Watches, challenges and revolution for the French watch industry.

Speakers:
Hervé Buffet , General Delegate @ Francéclat
François-Marie Neycensas , Chief Marketing Officer & Partner @ RESERVOIR watch
Maxime Herbelin , Marketing Director & Partner @ MICHEL HERBELIN SAS
Cédric Gomez Montiel , General Manager @ MICHEL HERBELIN SAS
Moderation:
Stéphane Gachet , Co-Editor in chief and partner @ WatchAround

In french

Presentation of the watchmaking school in Morteau (Lycée Edgar Faure Morteau). Meeting with its managers, students and former students. All the new stars of the new watchmaking industry were trained in this school. How are watchmakers trained at the Morteau watchmaking school? Discussions and perspectives with teachers, students and alumni. What are its challenges and aspirations for the watchmakers of tomorrow?

Speakers:
Florence Burger , Principal @ Lycée Edgar Faure Morteau
David Grandvuillemin , Delegate Director for professionnal and technological training @ Lycée Edgar Faure Morteau
Florent Lecomte , Watchmaking teacher @ Lycée Edgar Faure Morteau
Theo Levaltier , Watchmaker
Moderation:
Stéphane Gachet , Co-Editor in chief and partner @ WatchAround

In french

Experience an exceptional encounter with the participating watch brands. They will be offering some of their finest pieces for purchase.

We are witnesses of the explosion of the second hand and vintage watch market. Most brands have also embarked on the adventure of CPO or restored vintage. Is it still possible for the ordinary person to find vintage watches at affordable prices? Discussions with Jojo La Montre !

Speakers:
Joël Laplace @ Jojo La Montre
Moderation:
Marc-Christian Perronnet

 , Intellectual Property Attorney

In french