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Sean Johnson

Consultant - Watches at The Fine Art Group

Switzerland

Overview 

Sean Johnson is a seasoned luxury watches expert and brand strategist based in Switzerland, with a background that includes roles at prestigious companies like Sotheby's and The RealReal. He has excelled in roles such as Head of Watches at Hindman Auctions and Valuation Manager - Watches at The RealReal, showcasing his expertise in the luxury goods industry and his ability to build strong relationships in the field. Sean Johnson has a strong educational background, including being a Watch Expert at FHH and a Graduate Gemologist at GIA, and has made significant contributions to the luxury goods industry through his roles at top auction houses and as the Founder of SJ Luxury Group Pte Ltd.

Work Experience 

  • Consultant - Watches

    2024 - Current

  • Head of Watches

    2021 - 2024

Hindman is a fine art auction house that auctions fine art, jewelry, modern design, books, and manuscripts.

  • Angel Investor

    2021 - 2023

  • Founder

    2018 - 2021

    SJ Luxury Group Pte Ltd collaborates with luxury startups to facilitate digital innovation, branding, and storytelling. We advise, develop, and manage growth strategy and brand development solutions from established premium brands to startups in the luxury sector.

  • Valuation Manager - Watches

    2016 - 2019

    Appointed to open and manage The RealReal's Flagship Luxury Consignment Office

The RealReal is an online marketplace for authenticated and consigned luxury goods.

Raised $356,874,359.00 from Patricof Co, Great Hill Partners, Greenspring Associates, Greycroft, GreyLion Capital, 3L Capital and Headline.

  • Jewelry and Watches Specialist (Ecommerce)

    2015 - 2016

Sotheby’s conducts auctions and private sales of fine art, antiques, and decorative art, jewelry, and collectibles.

  • Jewelry and Watches Buyer

    2013 - 2015

    Circa is a leading jewelry and watch buyer company, with offices throughout the US, Europe and Asia

CIRCA is an international buyer of pre-owned fine jewelry, diamonds, and watches.

Raised $5,750,000.00.

  • Assistant to Director

    2012 - 2013

    White Pine is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing jewelry and watches trading companies

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