Gulf Standard Time: Arab Gatekeepers of Horology


The Gulf has long transcended its role as a mere market. It’s now a bellwether for global luxury consumption, where taste is bold, expectations uncompromising, and loyalty fiercely personal. In this candid conversation, the region’s foremost watch retailers reveal what it takes to thrive at the intersection of heritage and high demand. From bespoke clienteling to navigating limited allocations, they share the subtle codes and sharp instincts required to sell the rarest watches to a clientele that has seen it all. What defines success in a region where scarcity is expected and exclusivity is engineered? And what does the GCC model tell us about the future of luxury retail, when access itself becomes the ultimate commodity?

Speakers:
Mohammed Abdulmagied Seddiqi, CEO, Ahmed Seddiqi
Munther Al Muzaki, TV Presenter & Media Personality

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