Unlocking Success: Jake's Journey in Revolutionizing the Watch Marketplace

Hey TWE Family,

In our latest podcast episode, "Learn How Jake Is Building The Next Generation Of Watch Marketplaces," we dove deep into the story of a visionary entrepreneur transforming the luxury watch industry. Jake, a dynamic and innovative figure, has been redefining what it means to succeed in a digital-first economy. Let's unravel his journey.

Jake's Background

From Passion to Profession

Jake's journey began at a company called Horus Straps which specialized in making rubber watch straps for high end watches. He helped build out the sales organization and scale that business before breaking off into his own journey. His passion for watches wasn't just a hobby; it was the spark that ignited his entrepreneurial spirit.

Overcoming the Odds

Every entrepreneur faces hurdles, and Jake was no exception. From navigating the complexities of the e-commerce world to facing skepticism about his ideas, Jake's early career was a testament to resilience.

The Rise of Jake's Business

The Eureka Moment

What turns an idea into a reality? For Jake, it was the lack of data and transparency around the grey market in watches. Investors and collectors were making 5-6 figure purchases based off of group chats and word of mouth not charts and real time data. His vision? To create a marketplace that wasn't just about selling watches but about building a community of enthusiasts, providing investors and collectors with real time data and charts, give consumers the ability to better track the value of their watch portfolio to allow them the ability to leverage those assets further.

Building the Empire

Jake's journey from a concept to a successful business is a masterclass in entrepreneurship. He focused on creating a beautiful product with the right idea in mind. The next generation of investors, customers, and enthusiasts will be accustomed to receiving all their information on apps and will be used to companies like Robinhood, StockX, and other marketplace/trading applications. By talking that hurdle he was able to seek funding and raise money to turn this startup into a full operating business!

Key Lessons and Insights

Embracing Innovation

In our conversation, Jake emphasized the importance of innovation in entrepreneurship. His approach to raising capital and getting the funded needed to make this project succeed was extremely important. He did what was needed as a founder/entrepreneur to make sure his company had everything needed to succeed in place. He embraced blockchain technology and plans to use that as the backbone of his company which plays into his passion for crypto and its future value.

Jake's Advice to Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Jake's Nuggets of Wisdom

For those dreaming big, Jake has some invaluable advice. The biggest takeaway and advice Jake delivered for young entrepreneurs was the emphasis of raising capital from people around you and not to focus on big checks from strangers. Do whatever is needed to secure the funding for your project even if its going and getting smaller checks from friends and family. Be willing to encounter bumpy roads and learn how to get through them while keeping your head down and working in the direction of success.

The Future is Bright

As we wrapped up our conversation, it was clear that Jake's journey is far from over. His plans for the future of Watches.io and his insights into the entrepreneurial landscape are not just inspiring but a roadmap for anyone looking to make their mark.

Want to hear more from Jake and dive deeper into his story? Tune into our full podcast episode and join us in exploring the journeys of groundbreaking entrepreneurs like Jake.

Stay inspired, Andres Sanchez CEO