Episode #51: Meet the Startup: Bezel - The New Platform for Watch Enthusiasts

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In this episode of the Tech Optimist podcast, Mike Collins interviews Quaid Walker and Chase Pion, co-founders of Bezel, who discuss their journey from watch collectors to transforming the luxury watch-buying experience. They highlight how Bezel ensures authenticity and quality, leveraging technology to build trust and accessibility for both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers in the world of horology.

Episode #51: Meet the Startup: Bezel – The New Platform for Watch Enthusiasts

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Join Mike Collins as he interviews Quaid Walker and Chase Pion, the co-founders of Bezel, on the Alumni Ventures’ Tech Optimist podcast. Dive into the fascinating world of luxury watches as Quaid and Chase share their journey from passionate collectors to revolutionizing the watch-buying experience. Discover how Bezel ensures the authenticity and quality of every piece, making high-end watches accessible and secure for enthusiasts and new collectors alike. This episode not only explores the intricate world of horology but also delves into how Bezel integrates cutting-edge technology to enhance customer trust and satisfaction in a traditionally opaque market. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or new to the world of fine watches, this conversation promises valuable insights and engaging stories from the forefront of watch authentication and sales.

Watch Time ~34 minutes

The show is produced by Alumni Ventures, which has been recognized as a “Top 20 Venture Firm” by CB Insights (’24) and as the “#1 Most Active Venture Firm in the US” by Pitchbook (’22 & ’23).

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Creators and Guests

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Mike Collins
CEO, and Co-Founder at Alumni Ventures

Mike has been involved in almost every facet of venturing, from angel investing to venture capital, new business and product launches, and innovation consulting. He is currently CEO of Alumni Ventures Group, the managing company for our fund, and launched AV’s first alumni fund, Green D Ventures, where he oversaw the portfolio as Managing Partner and is now Managing Partner Emeritus. Mike is a serial entrepreneur who has started multiple companies, including Kid Galaxy, Big Idea Group (partially owned by WPP), and RDM. He began his career at VC firm TA Associates. He holds an undergraduate degree in Engineering Science from Dartmouth and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

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Quaid Walker
CEO and Co-founder at Bezel

Quaid is the Co-Founder and CEO at Bezel, a 100% authenticated, tech-first marketplace for buying and selling luxury watches.

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Chase Pion
Co-Founder & CFO/COO at Bezel

Chase is the Co-Founder and CFO/COO of Bezel, a platform revolutionizing the authenticated luxury watch trading market with a mobile-first platform and in-house authentication, targeting tech-savvy Millennial and Gen-Z buyers.

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