In 2014, after 13 years of international watchmaking experience, Vincent Wong returned to his hometown of Penang and founded Grand Montre. Grand Montre was a premier service centre for luxury watches from the start. Vincent's exceptional skills quickly attracted a loyal clientele. Collectors and dealers entrusted him with intricate timepieces, such as Patek Philippe's chronographs and Richard Mille's eclectic machines, confident that Grand Montre would restore each one with precision and care, a testament to the company's reliability and quality.
Vincent's dedication to quality and authenticity built the foundation for Grand Montre's stellar reputation. He revived vintage treasures and turned the business into a haven for connoisseurs of elegance and sophistication. Despite initially working alone, Vincent's passion and unwavering commitment ensured that every timepiece was restored to its original brilliance.
2018 Vincent invited his old friend Edric Beh to join him at Grand Montre. With his extensive marketing and event planning background, Edric brought a fresh perspective to the business. Together, they expanded Grand Montre into the pre-owned luxury watch market. Edric's marketing prowess and strategicvision helped the company reach a global audience. At the same time, Vincent's unparalleled craftsmanship ensured that every piece met the highest standards and built customer trust and loyalty.
Their collaboration blended skills and vision perfectly. Edric's innovative marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships elevated Grand Montre's brand, attracting collectors worldwide. Meanwhile, Vincent's deep understanding of horology and meticulous restoration reinforced the business's reputation for excellence and integrity.
Over time, Vincent and Edric identified key obstacles that prevented many collectors from acquiring their dream timepieces. They recognised concerns about authenticity, the difficulty of finding rare pieces, and the need for a seamless buying experience. Understanding that the luxury watch market required a platform to address these issues, they set out to bring transparency, accessibility, and enjoyment to collectors worldwide.
Vincent and Edric were deeply committed to making luxury watches accessible to a broader audience. They believed that geographical boundaries or market constraints should not limit the joy of owning a meticulously crafted timepiece. Their dream was to create a platform where collectors could confidently buy and sell watches, assured that each piece was authenticated and presented with the utmost transparency.
In 2024, Vincent and Edric transformed their dream into reality by founding Watch Unify. They designed this innovative online auction platform to connect watch enthusiasts and collectors worldwide, offering a vast selection of exclusive timepieces through a transparent and fair auction process. Sherry Ng joined their mission, leveraging her extensive experience in system planning and marketing strategy to enhance the platform's operations and user experience. Together, they created a venture that embodies their combined expertise and commitment to excellence.