Banu Biert
Public Relations
Banu, as a lead in PR and marketing with years in the watch industry, orchestrates compelling brand narratives that captivate audiences and drive engagement to new heights. She lives in French-speaking Western Switzerland, in the Jura region – where most watch brands are domiciled.
Christian Gafner
Founder /
Industrial Designer
Christian Gafner is an industrial designer and entrepreneur celebrated for his exceptional technical understanding and ability to anticipate trends. He creates distinguished products, including eyewear, sneakers, bags, capital goods, Industrial systems and timepieces.
Markus von Allmen
Watchmaker-Rhabilleur
The professional watchmaker at EMBASSY Jewel AG in Lucerne brings many years of experience with the MIH Watch to the table. As a passionate freelance watchmaker and restorer with his own workshop, he worked closely with the engineer and designer on the Mechanik2 Annual Calendar watch. He is responsible for the assembly and maintenance of the Mechanik2 –
just as he was for its predecessor, the MIH Watch.
Jérémy Freléchox
Constructeur horloger
As a heart-and-soul mechanic and specialist in high-end watch development, with his own office in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, Jérémy brings mechanical systems in watch complications to the point. He finds his inspiration in nature, and especially in the Swiss Alps, where he can be found both summer and winter. In addition to the Mechanik2®, he developed the Vanguart black whole Tourbillon.