Story Highlight
– Women in Watches event held in Miami on November 6.
– Two panel discussions on women’s roles in watch industry.
– First panel focused on careers and pathways in watchmaking.
– Second panel explored women’s changing preferences for watches.
– Event supported by various industry sponsors and partners.
Full Story
The Women in Watches event, organized by WatchPro with WOLF as the main sponsor, convened industry experts, brand representatives, and watch aficionados in Miami on November 6. The morning was dedicated to discussions, insights, and valuable networking opportunities.
The event featured two main panel discussions focused on the contributions of women within the watch sector, both in professional roles and as consumers.
The first discussion, titled “Women and Watchmaking: Careers in the Watch Industry,” delved into topics such as career advancement, leadership, recruitment, and the necessity of establishing clear professional pathways for the future workforce. The panellists underscored the significance of transferable skills and the diverse entry points into the watch industry.
Moderated by May Garland, editor at WatchPro, the panel included prominent figures such as Helen Kirkup, brand manager at WOLF; Shari Fabiani, chief marketing officer at Timex Group; Angelika Zaugg, marketing manager at Junghans; and Kirklyn Eaton, senior watch specialist at Bonhams.
The second panel, “Designing for Her: What Women Want From Watches Now,” shifted focus to the evolving preferences of female watch consumers. This discussion included aspects like the increasing interest in vintage and jewellery-inspired designs, the role of social media and younger buyers, and the imperative for brands and retailers to move past outdated notions of women’s tastes. Additionally, the panellists discussed how enhanced customer representation and engagement can lead to products and marketing that better resonate with female clientele.
Joining WatchPro’s digital editor Ella Kirby on this panel were journalist Taylor Stoddard; Simona Garcia, vice president at MadaLuxe; Maral Artinian, founder of Marli; and Sophy Rindler, director of partnerships at Chrono24.
The Women in Watches event, supported by WOLF, benefitted from the backing of TIMELUXE, Marli NY, MadaLuxe, Timex Group, and Rado, which contributed live illustrations during the proceedings.
For a glimpse of the event, view our photo gallery highlighting the day’s activities.
