Marc Rogivue

Maîtres du Temps is not so much a new watch company as an entirely new horological concept. Founded by Mr. Steven Holtzman, it brings groups of master watchmakers together to develop exclusive timepieces. It is a conscious effort to promote the people who actually craft the timepieces. By providing them the opportunity to work together Maîtres du Temps harnesses their incredible talent.

Launch or re-launch of several luxury brands, for example a Swiss Watch Brand that has been founded in 1952 by Swiss Bank Corporation. Involved in all aspects of the business: design, production, quality control, marketing, advertising, distribution, and servicing.

Successfully transformed independent sole-agent into own subsidiary. Built from scratch new regional sales and marketing office and regional service centre in Hong Kong and Taiwan. Increased HK turnover by almost 400% in two years and increased market-share by 55% in first year of operation.

Established subsidiary of trading company for five Swiss watch and accessory brands. Strategically repositioned two top Swiss luxury watch brands in Japan. Achieved average yearly sales increase of 25%, despite 1998 Asian crisis.

Designed and implemented new brand-strategy, reorganized marketing, advertising, distribution, POS, new pricing and stock-management systems, including budgeting and forecasting.

Created, led sales and marketing team of eight in all aspects of business, including marketing, sales, service, advertising, promotion, POS, PR, exhibitions, budgeting, financial reporting, hiring and firing.

Launched three Swiss luxury brands in Malaysia and Vietnam, reaching break-even in 15 months. Devised and implemented extensive sales training and incentive system, achieving local market-leader position for five brands within three years. Opening of worldwide first (and only) flagship store for CdA

Market Expansion Strategy for Maurice Lacroix Luxury Watches in Japan

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