Interview: Marc Michel-Amadry, Managing Director of Girard-Perregaux
Marc Michel-Amadry, recently appointed Managing Director of Girard-Perregaux, brings over two decades of experience in the watch industry to the brand. His background includes significant roles at Sotheby’s and IWC, and he aims to refine GP's identity as a distinguished independent brand. During their conversation, he emphasizes the importance of the Laureato and the Three Bridges, highlighting GP's rich heritage and the innovations that have defined its legacy. The brand is poised to regain its stature among the elite horology houses, focusing on craftsmanship and in-house production. Under Michel-Amadry's leadership, GP is entering a new chapter with the introduction of the Calibre 4800, a groundbreaking movement that retains the visual signature of the brand while enhancing reliability and performance. The new Laureato Fifty celebrates the model's 50th anniversary with significant redesigns that improve its presence on the wrist. Michel-Amadry expresses confidence in GP's potential to resonate with connoisseurs and elevate its status in the industry, emphasizing a commitment to innovation while honoring the brand's historical roots.
