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LVMH, Chanel and Hermès join Watches and Wonders!

A wind of change is blowing through the luxury watch industry. The Watches and Wonders Geneva show welcomes three new strong members to its board of directors: LVMH, Chanel and Hermès. This announcement promises to redefine the landscape of watch fairs and amplify the influence of this already unmissable event.

A luxury trio joins the foundation

The Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation (WWGF) is enriched with three new prestigious members:

  • LVMH, luxury giant with multiple watch brands
  • Chanel, icon of French elegance
  • Hermès, a house renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship
  • This arrival marks a major turning point for the show, until now led by Rolex, Richemont and Patek Philippe.

    A new captain in charge

    A change is also taking place at the head of the board of directors:

  • Cyrille Vigneron, president and CEO of Cartier, takes over as chairman of the board
  • Jean-Frédéric Dufour, CEO of Rolex, becomes treasurer
  • The transfer of power is scheduled for July 1, 2024
  • Under the direction of Cyrille Vigneron, the WWGF intends to “focus on defining the strategic and development axes” of its flagship event.

    Growing success

    The 2024 edition of Watches and Wonders Geneva demonstrated the growing appeal of the show:

  • 54 renowned watch brands present
  • 49,000 visitors welcomed
  • Undeniable international influence
  • These impressive figures are a testament to the importance of Watches and Wonders in the global watchmaking calendar.

    A promising future

    The arrival of these new members portends significant changes:

  • Increased influence on the watch industry
  • Potential diversification of exhibitors
  • New synergies between participating brands
  • Watch enthusiasts can look forward to even richer and more innovative future editions.

    See you in 2025

    The organizers have already set the dates for the next edition:

  • Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025 will be held from April 1 to 7
  • An event that promises to be even more ambitious
  • A unique opportunity to discover new watchmaking trends
  • This date is to be marked with a white stone for all watchmaking enthusiasts.

    The integration of LVMH, Chanel and Hermès on the board of directors of Watches and Wonders Geneva marks a major turning point for the show and the watch industry as a whole. This development promises to strengthen the position of Watches and Wonders as the unmissable watchmaking event on a global scale. With an even more prestigious range of brands and increased influence, the show is preparing to write a new chapter in its history. Watch enthusiasts around the world eagerly await to discover the innovations and surprises that this new era of Watches and Wonders has in store.

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