Bringing together key players from the horological community, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore the culture of time, engage in insightful discussions, and celebrate horological heritage.

14:00 - Welcome coffee

14:30 - Exclusive FHH presentation, official launch of Watches and Culture in China - with the presence of Mr. Sacha Bachmann, The Consul General of Switzerland in Shanghai

• Aurélie Streit, FHH Vice President
• Tristan Barrabas, FHH International Learning & Business Dev. Senior Manager
• Béatrice Qiu, FHH Head of China at Swiss Center Shanghai
• Weizhen Ruan, Digital Account Manager, DLG Shanghai

15:30-17:30 - FHH Forum introduction and panel discussions

• Panel discussion 1: What makes the value of a watch

Host and moderator: Mr. Zhixiang Ding, editor-in-chief of Chronos China, FHH Cultural Council member

Speakers:

- Mr. Daniel Sum, Head of watch division of Phillips China, watch expert;

- Mr. Guo 郭永强，强师傅, renowned watchmaker, former Service head of Vacheron Constantin China;

- Mrs. Crystal Yi Wang, Partner at Deloitte China;

• Panel discussion 2: Cross-generational Chinese horological culture

Moderator: Mr. Gao Ming, Head of Ruder Finn luxury division, watch enthusiast

Speakers:

- Mr. Zhang 张澍生 collector representing Gen X;

- Mr. Jet Ye, FHH Academy certified trainer and collector representing Millennials;

- Mr. Michael Sheng, collector representing Gen Z;

17:45 - FHH Academy 10th Anniversary Celebration

• Training sneak peek 'Vintage Watches'
• Cocktail reception
  
  We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and engaging in meaningful discussions about the future of horology in China.