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Voutilainen Announces Leadership Transition: Angélique Singele Appointed CEO

Angélique Singele as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Voutilainen workshop, serving alongside master watchmaker Kari Voutilainen.

2 weeks ago | Admin | 1 min read

In a significant milestone for one of the world’s most respected independent watchmaking houses, Voutilainen has officially announced the appointment of Angélique Singele as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Voutilainen workshop, serving alongside master watchmaker Kari Voutilainen.

Singele, who has worked closely with Kari for the past six years, has been integral in the evolution and strengthening of the atelier. Her promotion to COO in 2021 marked a decisive step in her expanding role, and her elevation to CEO reflects her dedication, leadership, and deep understanding of the manufacture’s vision.

A trained watchmaker with an engineering background in watch design, Singele also holds a Swiss Federal Diploma in SME Management—an uncommon blend of technical mastery and managerial expertise that positions her uniquely to lead one of the industry’s most admired independent brands.

Under the new leadership arrangement, Kari Voutilainen will return to focusing fully on the creative dimension: designing exceptional timepieces, crafting bespoke commissions, overseeing quality, and nurturing client relationships. This renewed creative freedom ensures that the atelier’s founding spirit—rooted in artisanal precision and horological artistry—remains uncompromised.

The appointment strengthens Voutilainen’s long-term strategy of maintaining independence, nurturing talent, and preserving its tradition of excellence as it moves into its third decade of global renown.

Watch Circle Magazine extends its best wishes to Angélique Singele and Kari Voutilainen as they embark on this new chapter—one that promises continued innovation, craftsmanship, and leadership in haute horlogerie.

Key to Remember

Voutilainen

Voutilainen is one of the most revered names in contemporary independent watchmaking, celebrated for its uncompromising craftsmanship and artistic vision. Founded by master watchmaker Kari Voutilainen, the brand produces only a very small number of watches each year, ensuring every piece receives exceptional attention to detail. All components—from the movement architecture to the guilloché dials and hand-finished cases—are crafted in-house or by a select group of traditional artisans.

A Voutilainen watch is instantly recognizable through its signature teardrop lugs, richly textured dials, and immaculate hand-finishing. The brand is also known for technical innovation, particularly its high-performance escapements and unique movement constructions that emphasize precision and reliability.

Because production is extremely limited, Voutilainen timepieces are highly sought after by collectors, often commanding strong demand and long waiting lists. Each watch represents the pinnacle of independent haute horlogerie—an artistic object, a mechanical achievement, and a personal expression of Kari Voutilainen’s philosophy of perfection.