Frederique Constant Master Class in NYC Teaches Secrets Of Success

Wednesday night, Peter Stas, Founder and CEO of luxury watch company Frederique Constant held a first ever Master Class at the New York Institute of Technology on how to build a successful international watch company.[[MORE]]

Go HERE for photos by Adam Schneider, or HERE for photos by Josh Wong. After the talk, he sat down with eager students, fans and friends of the brand for an intimate celebratory dinner at Orsay.

On Thursday, Stas was also available for one on one interviews at Brasserie Ruhlmann, where participants were invited to learn more about the company and enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres, while enjoying a perfect view of the newly-lit Rockefeller Christmas tree.

The Swiss made luxury watches encourage wearers to “Live your passion,” which seems just right for NYC.

Frederique Constant now available at Bloomingdale's

Frederique Constant is proud to announce its partnership with one of the top department stores in the USA: Bloomingdale's, founded in 1860.

Just in time for Christmas 2009, Frederique Constant timepieces will become available in the Fine Jewelry & Watch department of selected Bloomingdale's stores in New York City (59th Street), Florida (Aventura) and California (San Francisco Centre & South Coast Plaza).

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Please feel free to visit one of these famous & upscale stores to discover the attractive collection of Frederique Constant mens and ladies watches. All have a classical design, are of high quality, Swiss Made and in the Accessible Luxury segment.

So, the Must Have-gift for this Season!

Frederique Constant: sponsor of the Intercantonal Horse show in Fribourg

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Maurice Pollien, winner of the Show

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From October 30th till November 1st, 2009, the Riding school of Corminboeuf organized the Swiss intercantonal horse show of jumping; a weekend rich in surprises and in sportsmanship. Frédérique Constant supported this event and rewarded the winner of this competition, the young Swiss horseman Maurice Pollien, by offering him a watch.

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The Swiss Intercantonal Horse Show in Fribourg

Frederique Constant Founder & CEO Peter Stas hosts Master Class at New York Institute of Technology

On December 2nd 2009, a unique event will take place in New York City. On that day, Frederique Constant Founder & CEO Peter Stas will host a Master Class at the New York Institute of Technology, on building a successful international watch company.[[MORE]] It will be the first ever Master Class hosted by this renowned university, solely about a Swiss watch brand.

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Peter C. Stas, Frédérique Constant Founder & CEO

Frederique Constant sponsored the event "2009 Cosmopolitan Beauty Awards"

Every year, the international woman’s magazine Cosmopolitan runs their Beauty Awards show and this time round it was held in ShangHai and we were extremely proud to be one of the principal sponsors of the event. Many of the world’s star brands were present and we were no exception. [[MORE]]This is a particularly high profile event held in a country that has developed out of all recognition so it was only appropriate that we were there.

At the opening of the Awards the red carpet was rolled out to welcome the stars of Chinese stage and screen, and amongst the actresses present were Vivan Wu, Zhuziyan, Huosiyan, Landy, Ann, Yaochen, Huangxiaolo, AnnieWu, Huke, and Ambose Xu, stars known to all of China and Chinese audiences around the globe, and we at Frederique Constant were especially gratified that these famous celebrities chose to wear our watches to the show. At a beauty awards show it was important that these beautiful women were able to wear beautiful creations, and our watches definitely fall into that category!

At the show everyone was clearly living their passion and we are happy to have helped contribute to that.

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Only Watch 09 & Frédérique Constant

It was with great honor and pleasure that we announced the participation of Swiss Watch Manufacturer Frédérique Constant in the “ONLY WATCH 09” Charity Auction, held in Monte-Carlo on Thursday, September 24th, 2009, under the High Patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco.



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Watch aficionados and representatives of the world’s most prestigious watch manufacturers gather to witness the third edition of this exceptional auction. All participating brands contributed to raise funds for research on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a serious genetic disease that affects one out of 3500 boys born, by donating a unique wristwatch for the event. This Charity Auction afforded to raise € 1,9 M in 2005 and € 2,7 M in 2007.
A lot of people assisted this prestigious auction, competing with bidders from all over the world via the Internet and over the telephone.

The 2009 Frédérique Constant’s contributing lot, the unique Heart Beat Trilogy, composed by three unique Women timepieces (Heart Beat Manufacture Automatic Pavée -  Double Heart Beat Chocolate Pavée - Love Heart Beat), and for the first time assembled in a common luxurious jewel box, went under the hammer for CHF 35’000.

We are once again really honored to have been part of this unique project, and are happy to be able to contribute to this worthy cause in such a truly creative and inspiring manner.

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For more information, please feel free to contact:
Yasmina Pedrini: pedrini@frederique-constant.com

Frederique Constant advertise on the Hong Kong MTR

Dear all,

Frederique Constant will advertise on the rapid transit railway system (MTR) in Hong Kong for the October Month hilighting the Geneva Made Wristwatches. There will be 5 trains decorate with Frederique Constant advertising for a total of 280 stickers.

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Feel free to discover those advertising!

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Publicity Campaign New York Times

Please find below a number of ads that appeared this month in the New York Times and the lifestyle supplement T-Style. More to follow.

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Frederique Constant and the Heart Foundation Australia

Over the past 12 months, Frederique Constant has raised $7,000 for the Heart Foundation’s Go Red for Women campaign which aims to raise awareness and vital funds for research and education into women and heart disease.[[MORE]]

For every watch sold in Australia from the signature Heart Beat collection, Frederique Constant has donated $50 to the Heart Foundation for its Go Red for Women campaign.

Funds raised by Frederique Constant will help the Heart Foundation reduce the incidence of cardiovascular disease in women as well as enable the Heart Foundation to continue funding world-class research, authoritative clinical care guidelines for health professionals and education and prevention programs for the community.

Thank you for your support in making this possible.

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Frederique Constant partner of "Best of the Best Awards" in Hong Kong

Frederique Constant was the title sponsor of the Best of the Best Awards 2009 in Hong Kong, an event visited by over 50'000 people. Feel free to discover the atmosphere of this event...[[MORE]]

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Smile with Shuqi & Frederique Constant

Recently, Frederique Constant celebrated the cooperation with the Beijing Childrens Hospital, the Paint a Smile Foundation and Shuqi, during a successfull Charity Event in Beijing.

In the afternoon, during a ceremony at the Beijing Childrens Hospital, the inauguration of the newly decorated childrens ward took place.

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The Smile Painters of Paint a Smile - a Geneva-based charity organization - have worked for two months in a row to give the children what they deserve: a positive, encouraging and colorful environment. Aim is to emphasize on the fact that hospital care not just about medicine and treatment, but also about environment and spirit. Moreover, the children got to meet a big star!

Shuqi @ the Beijing Childrens Hospital

Frédérique Constant is proud to be part of this Paint a Smile project, the first of its kind in China. The founder of Paint a Smile, Mrs. Laura Cotton was the winner of the Frédérique Constant Passion Awards in 2008 in Geneva.

In the evening, more than 250 international and local VIP guests and members of the press attended a celebration at the Meat & Wine Co -which is part of the historical yet trendy Ch'ienmen 23 landmark compound in the heart of Beijing.



 

 

Shuqi, Peter Stas & Laura Cotton

During this event, guests enjoyed a mini talk show with Brand Ambassador Ms. Shuqi, Paint a Smile founder Mrs. Laura Cotton and Frederique Constant CEO Mr. Peter Stas, followed by musical entertainment and an exquisite dinner.

Frederique Constant on homepage The Hour Glass

Two important 2009-introductions are currently the leading models on the website of The Hour Glass Singapore.[[MORE]]

Both the new Frederique Constant Love Heart Beat, as well as the highly complicated new Frederique Constant Manufacture Tourbillon Heart Beat Date 24 Silicium, with in-house caliber FC-985 are advertised.

With innovation and uncompromising quality being the hallmarks of Frederique Constant, the brand forms a perfect match with the corporate strategy of The Hour Glass. The Hour Glass prides itself for its proven merchandising strategy. Its ability to identify and invest in the right mix of brands and products has paid off handsomely. In particular, the company’s move into the high grade technical segment has proven to be very successful.

Representing a stable of over 60 brands across 25 boutiques in nine cities throughout Asia Pacific, The Hour Glass is the most geographically diverse specialist luxury watch retailer in Asia.

Discover more on www.thehourglass.com or on www.frederique-constant.com

Shu Qi and Frederique Constant made a donation Last Week

In line with the global Frederique Constant Charity Campaign, for each Double Heart Beat watch sold in China, Frédérique Constant will make a donation to “Paint a Smile” Foundation.
Paint a Smile's mission is to reduce patient anxiety and make hospitals more cheerful and friendly by permanently turning cold and impersonal environments into colorful and welcoming worlds. With these funds, Paint a Smile will decorate children wards with beautiful paintings in Beijing Children’s Hospital in 2009.[[MORE]]
More information: www.paintasmile.org

Following their shared involvement, Shu Qi and Frédérique Constant made a donation last week on TV with the aim to improve the every day life a those children.





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Shuqi Ambassador for Taipei Golden Horse Awards

Shuqi will be the Movie Ambassador for Taipei Golden Horse Awards in the coming November.  She was wearing the Frédérique Constant Love watch in the press conference last week in Taipei .  The Taiwanese born movie star used to be the Best Leading Actress of 42th Taipei Golden Horse Awards.

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Please feel free to have a look at the Press Conference Video with Shu Qi and  her Frédérique Constant Love

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsNdoNPOsLg

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FREDERIQUE CONSTANT now available on Facebook : Join the experience!

Join us to our Facebook Fan page:

Click on the badge and become a fan of FREDERIQUE  CONSTANT. You will discover a lot of stuff about our Ambassadors, products, Events… you will be also able to discuss with the other fans and share your fellings with us!

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World Watch & Jewelry @ Siam Paragon Bangkok

From July 30 till August 16, Frederique Constant is proud to attend one of Thailand's leading watch & jewelry events: World Watch & Jewelry 2009 at Siam Paragon, also known as 'The Pride of Bangkok'. The theme of this year's event is 'The Universe of Time'.[[MORE]]

Guests at Siam Paragon

On the topfloor of this high-end shopping paradise, Frederique Constant is present with a luxurious booth, exhibiting the full collection, including the latest novelties. Highlights are the Maxime Manufacture Automatic and the Ladies Love Heart Beat.

During the opening night, an exclusive party took place on the Frederique Constant stand, with numerous VIPs and Press attending, under which Brand Ambassador and famous Thai Movie Star Mr. Rawit Terdwong and Miss Universe 2006 Natalie Glebova, who resides in Bangkok.

During the two-week event, approximately 75'000 visitors are expected to attend and to enjoy a beautiful overview of the very best of the Swiss watch industry, for the occassion tranfered to the exciting Thai capital. Being already the fifth annual edition of the event, Frederique Constant has been present on each of them.

Pictures coming soon!

Special decorations and presentations in Germany at Jewelery Christ

The first time in Germany we had two special window presentations at Jewelery Christ in Berlin for four weeks in a row.For us it was a very successfull image transfer and for Christ it was very good business in this time period.[[MORE]]

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The first window shows a very important place in Berlin, it is the famous Kurfürstendamm with all big brands placed with their shops on this street  like Cartier, Bulgari, Rolex, Piaget, Wempe, Bucherer, Louis Vuitton any many others.

The second window shows a big shoppingmal in north of berlin, near of the Tegel Airport.

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Healey Challenge Canada 2009

Frederique Constant is excited to announce that the Healey Challenge Canada 2009 in Kingston, Ontario, also known as The Year of the Healey-Loyalist was a huge success for both Frederique Constant as well as for the more than 550 people that were in attendance. Over 230 Healey cars could be admired during numerous activities, and also a number of Healey watches was on display. The crowd at the display booth was evidence that the Healey watches are highly desired, specifically the models created for this year's event featuring the event logo on the back of the watch.

While it is obvious Healey owners are passionate about their cars, they also love their Frederique Constant Healey watches. One fan in particular purchased the first edition Healey watch back in 2004, and has purchased all since then, including this year's models!

As the Official Timing Partner & Premier Sponsor of the event, Frederique Constant was honored to offer Limited Edition Healey watches to "Best of Show"  and to the only finisher of an equippe of more than 20 cars, to complete the descerning "Time, Speed, Distance Rally".

It was again exciting to be part of such an event and to meet so many interesting & passionate people, that do not only love cars, but also watches!

We are looking forward to next year's Healey Event... See you all then!

Visit www.frederique-constant.com soon to view more pics from the event.

First edition of the Frederique Constant Sales Manager Training Days

During two days, we have received in our Frederique Constant Headquarters in Geneva, our sales managers from all around the world! USA, Dubai, Turkey, Russia, France, Holland, Poland, Hungary, Germany and many more were au rendez vous![[MORE]]

The event has been fruitful and elevating, as we had the opportunity to exchange knowledge and to get to know each other better. We do hope they all similarly enjoyed it and that they will benefit from what we presented to all of them.



Here are few comments from different participants:

Thank you very much for the opportunity to visit you in Genève as it was quite a knowledgeable experience.
It was great to meet all our colleagues from around the world and listen to their input on how to sell more watches. I can say that I have seen a fantastic group!
Best wishes to all,
Michael from Florida


Dear Sirs,
I'd like to thank you for the fantastic Training Days in Geneva, full of input and inspiration for the work we are doing everyday.
The nice dinner with the amazing view of Lake Geneva was great, it was a perfect platform to learn more about our team and to make conversation.
Already now I am looking forward for the next Training Days, next year!
Thank you and best regards.
Alireza from Germany

Dear all,

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you one more time for the great time we had in Geneva. I personnaly really enjoyed meeting everybody, share all those experiences and I am defenitely more than happy to be a part of such a team, so motivated to promote Frédérique Constant around the world.

Thanks again,

Henry from France

Dear Friends,

I would like to return thanks to Frederique Constant for the great days we could spend in Geneva! We picked up profitable information from the team of the Brand and the Managers from all over the world! I hope you share the same feelings with me.

Kindest regards,
Kriszta from Hungaria

 

Hi there,

I would like to thank you as well for all the time and effort you put into this meeting (and the Sales Bible).

Thank you

Inge from Belgium

Dear Friends,

I think our slogan fits very well here,

One Team -- One Dream!

Thanks for this nice weekend!

Patrick from The Netherlands

 

Dear Friends,

It was pleasure for me  to be with all of you in this training.

It was very useful and I hope it will help us to increase the sales and to presentFrederique Constant better.

Thanks for the nice time, which we spend together.

Nikolay from Bulgaria

Feedback on the Frederique Constant Maxime Manufacture Automatic

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What 'they' say about Frederique Constant...

Please find herewith a selection of notes on Frederique Constant and its product, randomly found on the internet.

From www.worldwatchreview.com:

What really stands this watch [Maxime Manufacture Automatic] out of the crowd, is its movement. You see, most brands in this price range (the watch will retail below €2000, by the way) are usually powered by standard ETA movements with standard complication modules supplied by third-party manufacturers like, say, Dubois-Depraz. The FC MMA is powered by the company’s own FC-700 in-house movement and, although its accuracy and reliability still have to pass the test of time, this makes it THE most exclusive affordable watch on the market.

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From www.geekwatches.com:

Frederique Constant rarely releases new watches but this time they are presenting us with a classic looking timepiece that many watch enthusiasts would definitely love. This watch is called as the Frederique Constant Maxime Manufacture Automatic.

This Frederique Constant Maxime Manufacture Automatic Watch is an elegant timepiece that also has a classic look on it. This timepiece is made of steel that can be seen on its case and bezel. This material also creates a luxurious glow which makes it very irresistible. Like any other elegant watches, this watch is also matched with a brown alligator leather strap.

The watch includes a white dial with silver accents found on the luminescent coated hour numbers and hands. This also has a sunray detailing on the center which makes this watch more attractive. Furthermore, there is a separate date indicator found on the 6 o’clock position to complete its functions.

This elegant timepiece from Frederique Constant is definitely a watch to include in your collection. Wear this for a more elegant look in your casual or formal outfit.

From www.watchtime.com:

Five years ago, Frédérique Constant joined the circle of Swiss brands that develop and produce their movements in-house. For 2009, Frédérique Constant introduces its Maxime Manufacture Automatic featuring the all-new, in-house manufactured FC-700 automatic caliber. Outside, the 42mm diameter case offers polished and matte surfaces. A sapphire crystal covers a silver guilloché dial.

Priced at only $2550 in steel or $3550 in steel/rose gold capped, the Maxime offers classic good looks and excellent value for a Swiss-made watch with a manufacture movement. The Maxime is available at retailers now.

From www.swisstime.org:

Frédérique Constant Genève is establishing itself as one of Switzerland’s leading watch brands with this creation of a tourbillon with a silicon escape-wheel and, for the first time, an amplitude of over 300 degrees between its vertical and horizontal positions. Coupled with the rapid oscillation, this gives the watch an unusually high level of precision, while the silicon guarantees optimum protection. It is offered in a limited individually-numbered edition of 188. With its technical complexity - for example, the meticulous attention paid to every detail - this timepiece will be around for years to come.

From www.worldwatchreview.com:

Frederique Constant will soon start selling its Runabout limited edition automatic chronograph watch. Available both in stainless steel and in rose gold plated, the watch pays homage to the 1920s: the Golden Age that preceded the Great Depression.

The watch is powered by Frederique Constant’s FC-392 chronograph movement based on the famous (and quite expensive) ETA Valjoux 7750 25 jewel automatic caliber. Beating at 28,800 alternations per hour, the movement features power reserve of 42 hours, Glucydur balance and Incablock anti-shock protection.

The movement is hidden inside a 43 mm stainless steel case. Its caseback cover is made of solid steel but nevertheless features FC’s trademark porthole-styled cutout exhibiting a part of the finely decorated movement.

Unlike most chronographs in the sub-2000 Euro price range, the Frederique Constant Runabout watch features a classic, unobtrusive design. Although its three mandatory chronograph dials are nicely blended into the dial, their readings are absolutely legible and wouldn’t require excessive concentration.

Like the “Healey Le Mans” Limited Edition timepiece, this one is also available in a gift box with a miniature copy of a Runabout yacht.

As usual, Frederique Constant offers good value for small money.

From www.fratellowatches.com:

Frédérique Constant went from a rather unknown Geneva brand with both quartz and (ETA) mechanical movements to a brand that can add itself to the list of the lucky few [watch brands] with an inhouse mechanical movement. Therefore, Frédérique Constant becomes an interesting target for the more serious watch collectors and buyers.





 

Frederique Constant Gold Ambassador retailer level training in Rostov-on-Don

“Frederique Constant Gold level Ambassador training ” – The retailers training’s events took place in Rostov-on-Don on last 09th of June with over 30 participants.

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