In this conversation, Mike Pearson, the North American Brand Director for Christopher Ward, discusses the brand's significant growth over the past 18 months, including the opening of a new showroom in Dallas and the importance of customer engagement through events and meetups. He reflects on the challenges faced, the lessons learned, and the impact of community on brand perception. Mike emphasizes the need for a personal touch in customer relationships and shares insights into future plans for the brand.

In this episode of the Watch Rolling Podcast, host Jason delves into the intricate relationship between watch collecting and personal identity. He explores how our watch collections often reflect our self-perception, aspirations, and the stories we wish to tell. The conversation highlights the idea that watches serve as silent signals of our tastes, values, and social status, while also prompting listeners to consider the deeper meanings behind their collections. Ultimately, Jason encourages a journey of self-discovery through horology, suggesting that our watches may be more than mere objects—they could be mirrors of our evolving selves.

In this episode of the Watch Rolling Podcast, host Jason explores the nature of opinions within the watch community. He discusses how opinions are formed, the subjectivity involved in watch collecting, and the impact of personal experiences on our views. Jason emphasizes the importance of understanding our biases and the difference between being critical and being constructive. He also highlights the role of community dynamics, categorizing individuals as either encouragers or critics, and encourages listeners to reflect on their own opinions and the energy they bring to discussions.