I’m delighted to be in my 19th year in the watch and jewellery industry. I’ve had quite a multi-faceted career which started in retail with Goldsmiths, expanded into wholesale with fashion brands and then Swiss brands. I moved away from the UK in 2017 to live in the ‘Watch City’ Biel/Bienne, Switzerland and from there I travelled extensively to over 40 countries managing the distribution for EBEL and Movado. In 2020 the time was right to re-locate back to the UK having gained a wealth of experience and I felt it was time to launch my own businesses which have gone from strength to strength over the past two years thanks to the support of our valued customers. As Chairman of Jacob & Co (Watches and Jewellery) I feel privileged every day, as being part owner of the UK and Ireland distribution for such an esteemed brand is a highlight in my personal career and a testament to the guidance and encouragement I have received over the years. I’m lucky to have had great mentors and personal champions over my career including Andrea Young (Goldsmiths), Stephen Brydon (Movado Group), Keith Sheppard (SWICO/MGS), Pierre Burban (MGI Luxury SA) and my business partners Paul Buchanan and Richard Saffer. I hope to be able to take some of their wisdom and warmly judge the fabulous talent which our industry prides itself upon.