Publisher and CEO of Europa Star, Serge Maillard represents the fourth generation of his family at the helm of the watch publication founded in 1927. A journalist and industry observer, he combines deep knowledge of watchmaking with media expertise and an international outlook. He is also behind The Watch Library, which provides online access to watchmaking archives, and Reloved, a publication dedicated to circular design.

Andrea Machalova is Deputy Editor-in-Chief and Head of Bilan Luxe. She has covered watchmaking and luxury from a journalistic perspective for many years. Her expertise is rooted in an in-depth knowledge of brands, their leaders and the communication challenges they face.

Watch and jewellery journalist, influencer and founder of The Eye of Jewelry, Eléonor Picciotto has been exploring the worlds of watches and jewellery for more than a decade. Through her platform and social channels, she highlights new creations, meets the people behind them and brings both expertise and a personal perspective to brands and the way they communicate.

Jean Valentin is at the helm of Extreme Group and has worked in advertising and the creative industry for more than 30 years. As an entrepreneur and investor, he works with brands to build their image and shape the way they communicate.

CEO of LiveTeams, Lara Poppy leads a communications agency specialising in public relations, events and brand activations. Her work focuses on turning strategies into experiences and creating opportunities for brands to engage with their audiences.

Marc-André Deschoux is the founder of Watches TV and Horopedia. For more than 20 years, he has been telling stories about watchmaking through images. As a journalist and entrepreneur, he has developed extensive knowledge of the people, crafts and stories that form part of the industry.

Independent collector, brand consultant and creator of The Wrong Wrist, Omar Traboulsi has more than 25 years of experience in watch collecting and close ties with collectors and watchmakers around the world. His perspective focuses on emotion, craftsmanship, authenticity and the stories watches create, beyond hype, status and market trends.

Stéphane Waser is an international executive in the watch and luxury sectors, with more than 25 years of experience in brand strategy, marketing, commercial development and international management. He spent 18 years with Maurice Lacroix, including 12 years at the helm of the brand, where he contributed to its repositioning and international development.

President of Watch Club Business School, Timothée Bonnin operates at the intersection of watchmaking, education and a new generation of enthusiasts. Through his network, he helps connect students and young professionals with the industry and build bridges with its key players.

Vasu Kulkarni is a passionate collector who brings to the jury the perspective of the customers and enthusiasts brands ultimately speak to. His outlook is shaped by curiosity, a deep knowledge of watches and a sensitivity to what creates emotion, desire and lasting impact, across both the primary and secondary markets.