On 3 April 2025, WJI 2030 was pleased to host a panel discussion at Watches & Wonders, “Navigating the Evolving Regulatory and Stakeholder Expectations in the Watch Industry”.
We were honoured to have a distinguished group of experts and industry leaders, sharing valuable insights on the current status and future of the watch industry. Esteemed panelists included Ilaria Resta, CEO of Audemars Piguet; Cyrille Vigneron, Chairman of Cartier Culture & Philanthropy and WJI 2030 Co-Chair; Dr. Anino Emuwa, Managing Director and Founder of 100 Women @ Davos; Justin Fitzpatrick, CEO of ESG Book; Iris Van der Veken, Executive Director & Secretary General, WJI 2030 (moderator).
The discussion highlighted the importance of collective action and the progress made by WJI 2030 today. It further emphasized the critical role of capacity building on material topics for the industry. The panelists shared about the importance of having an open multi-stakeholder platform to support the industry in educating on topics connected to climate resilience, preserving resources, and fostering inclusiveness. Examples were shared on how WJI 2030 supports its members on individual journeys aligned with the regulatory frameworks, while collaborating on projects that deliver value for the industry and beyond.
The Watch and Jewellery Initiative 2030 also launched its 2024/2025 Stakeholder Report Towards Collective Action. The report highlights the achievements and progress made by WJI 2030 together with its members, partners and stakeholders. Throughout 2024, WJI 2030 has empowered companies of all sizes and maturity levels to take meaningful actions towards three pillars: climate resilience, preserving resources, and fostering inclusiveness.
WJI 2030 has empowered companies of all sizes and maturity levels through:
- The SBTi program for SMEs and the Climate Navigator.
- The launch of the Nature Roadmap which provided clear guidelines for tackling the pressing nature and biodiversity crisis.
- The Nature Action Playbook supporting companies to understand their nature dependencies and operationalise their nature strategies.
- The collaboration with UN Women, which has catalysed commitments to women’s empowerment and gender equality across the industry.
- Today, 50 of WJI 2030 member companies have signed the WEPs and integrated the framework has part of their work fostering inclusiveness.
Let’s continue the conversation and work towards a more resilient and inclusive future for the watch industry and beyond.
