The Horological Society of New York (HSNY), America’s first watchmaking guild, hosted its extremely anticipated Gala on March 22, awarding a record-breaking $160,000 in monetary support and elevating over $300,000 towards its ongoing mission to advance the artwork and science of horology.
Held on the iconic Plaza Lodge, the black-tie occasion introduced collectively 400 of probably the most influential figures within the watchmaking neighborhood, together with unbiased watchmakers, prime manufacturers, VIP visitors, and main public sale homes to help the way forward for the business.
The night’s Charity Public sale, introduced by Christie’s, noticed distinctive timepieces and experiences that raised record-breaking funds that can go straight in the direction of increasing the Society’s initiatives, together with scholarships for watchmaking college students.
HSNY’s energetic bidding warfare, introduced by Christie’s
Objects that commanded the most important hammer value included a signed Chronomètre Souverain wall clock signed by François-Paul Journe ($80,000), an omakase dinner expertise with Chef Daisuke Nakazawa, donated by Grand Seiko ($24,000), and HSNY’s prestigious Lifetime Membership Card, which offered to “Shark Tank” titan Kevin O’Leary after an intense bidding warfare ($25,000). Hand-guillochéd by Brittany Nicole Cox, the sterling silver card options an unique straight-line sample inset with a 24k gold wire cloisonné enamel cabochon. The cardboard grants Mr. Fantastic lifetime membership privileges at HSNY, together with all elements of all present and future membership ranges.
HSNY awarded a report $160,000 to twenty-eight watchmaking college students and 4 watchmaking colleges in the US.
In assembly with the Society’s year-round mission, HSNY issued a symbolic big test for $160,000 to Brian Furi (Texas Institute of Jewellery Know-how, Paris, Texas) and Justin Delano (Veterans Watchmaker Initiative, Odessa, Delaware), two scholarship recipients. In whole, HSNY awarded scholarships to twenty-eight college students and 4 watchmaking colleges in the US. The scholarships purpose to assist watchmaking college students achieve each manner and foster the subsequent technology of horologists. (Recipients are included on the finish of this announcement.)
Notable visitors in attendance included famed watchmaker (and HSNY Trustee) Roger Smith OBE; entrepreneur, investor, and watch collector Kevin O’Leary (who stunned visitors onstage); and public sale homes Christie’s, Phillips, and Sotheby’s.
“I am past happy with the success of the night,” mentioned Nicholas Manousos, Govt Director of the Horological Society of New York. “The funds raised could have a direct and lasting affect on the way forward for horology, permitting us to help the brightest minds within the business and make sure that the artwork of watchmaking continues to thrive.”
The Gala, which featured a lavish cocktail hour and afterparty with dwell music, prime shelf libations, and even a magician, supplied the proper backdrop for visitors to community and rejoice the yr’s accomplishments.
“The occasion underscored the power of the horological neighborhood, its dedication to training, and its function in preserving the legacy of timekeeping,” added Carolina Navarro, Deputy Director of the Horological Society of New York.
HSNY extends its deepest gratitude to all those that attended and contributed to the Gala’s success, in addition to to the beneficiant donors and sponsors who made the night potential. Keep tuned for 2026 Gala particulars — HSNY’s a hundred and sixtieth anniversary!
HSNY’s officers & employees — Again Row (L-R): Brett Walsdorf; Paul Boutros; Robert Youthful; Luke Cox-Bien; Nicholas Manousos; St John Karp; Roger Smith; Eneuri Acosta; David Chang. Entrance Row (L-R): H. Jane Chon; Ellen Sorensen; Carolina Navarro; Brittany Nicole Cox.
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Taking part Manufacturers & Corporations
A. Lange & Söhne Audemars Piguet Christie’s Collectability H. Moser & Cie F.P. Journe Grand Seiko Hodinkee Jaeger-LeCoultre Phillips Romain Gauthier Sotheby’s The Armoury Ulysse Nardin Vacheron Constantin Wempe Zenith
HSNY 2025 Monetary Help
The Henry B. Fried Scholarship for Watchmaking College students
Brian Furi (Paris Junior Faculty Watchmaking Program)
Aaron Shiny (Veterans Watchmaker Initiative)
Andrew Claude (Rolex Watchmaking Coaching Heart)
Evan McCarthy (Lititz Watch Technicum)
Roger Abuanza (North American Institute of Swiss Watchmaking)
Eric Jo (North American Institute of Swiss Watchmaking)
Henry Hornbrook (Paris Junior Faculty Watchmaking Program)
Leo Suarez (Lititz Watch Technicum)
The Andre Bibeau Scholarship for Veteran Watchmaking College students
Justin Delano (Veterans Watchmaker Initiative)
Michel Cornejo (Rolex Watchmaking Coaching Heart)
The Charles London Scholarship for Watchmaking College students
Oscar Fabian (North American Institute of Swiss Watchmaking)
Matthew Smith (Texas Institute of Jewellery Know-how)
Dylan Mark (Gem Metropolis Faculty College of Horology)
Israel Colon (Veterans Watchmaker Initiative)
Kevin Feiock (Veterans Watchmaker Initiative)
The Charles Sauter Scholarship for Innovation in Horology
Viet Nguyen (Rolex Watchmaking Coaching Heart)
Gabriel Ehardt (Rolex Watchmaking Coaching Heart)
The Grace Fryer Scholarship for Feminine Watchmaking College students
Eva Smith (Veterans Watchmaker Initiative)
Jenna Mattson (Paris Junior Faculty Watchmaking Program)
Esther Yoo (North Seattle Faculty Watch Know-how Institute)
Katelynn Smith (Gem Metropolis Faculty College of Horology)
Kirsten McKimmey (Rolex Watchmaking Coaching Heart)
Lucia Diaz (North American Institute of Swiss Watchmaking)
The Howard Robbins Award for Watchmaking Faculties Veterans Watchmaker Initiative North Seattle Faculty Watch Know-how Institute Paris Junior Faculty Watchmaking Program Gem Metropolis Faculty College of Horology
The Oscar Waldan Scholarship for Jewish Watchmaking College students
Zachary Scoular (Veterans Watchmaker Initiative)
Simon Willard Award for College Watches
First Prize: Hudson Mickey (Lititz Watch Technicum)
Second Prize (Tie): Chase Calise (Patek Philippe Institute of New York)
Second Prize (Tie): Maxwell Munafo (Lititz Watch Technicum)
