Company Profile
TimeCenter: A Reference Point in the Watch Market Since 1910
When George Kougioumtzopoulos moved from Istanbul to Greece in 1910 to continue his successful career in silverwork, he couldn't have imagined that he was laying the foundation for a company that would become as successful and reliable as TimeCenter is today.
Educated at the prestigious Phanar Greek Orthodox College known in Greek as the Great School of the Nation and Patriarchal Academy of Constantinople (Greek: Megáli toú Genous Scholí) and fluent in German, French, and English, George excelled in the art of carved and jewelry design. In Istanbul, he opened his own shop and goldsmith workshop, quickly gaining recognition for his exceptional craftsmanship and commitment to customer satisfaction.
During turbulent times, George decided to relocate from Constantinople to Athens, Greece, where he established a goldsmith factory in Piraeus. Despite the interruption of his success by the Second World War, his resilient spirit prevailed. He began representing numerous watch companies, including Roamer, Olma, Doxa, and Certina, and once again achieved remarkable success in trade. George's dedication and professionalism solidified TimeCenter's position as one of the most reliable watch merchandising companies in Greece.
The secret to TimeCenter's success lies in George's passion, respect for customers, professionalism, and daily engagement in the field. He passed these values to his son Polycarpos, who took over the company in 1965. Polycarpos brought fresh ideas and a dynamic approach to TimeCenter, securing new agreements with prestigious watch brands.
One of Polycarpos' pivotal decisions was transitioning TimeCenter from traditional watchmaking brands to modern ones, emphasizing dependability and fashion design. This strategic shift attracted many watch brands to partner with TimeCenter, recognizing it as a reputable and visionary partner. Brands such as JCou, Nixon, Nautica, Timex, and Timberland established their presence in Greece through TimeCenter.
TimeCenter also owns a retail store at Ermou Street, in Downtown Athens, offering exceptional customer service. The company's success is further attributed to its status as a family business, where three generations combine the founder's experience with the momentum of new members, driving growth even in challenging times.
In 2012, the company passed to George Kougioumtzopoulos, the son of Polycarpos and grandson of the founder. Embracing the new era of e-commerce, George addressed evolving market needs and customer preferences with innovative ideas, yielding impressive results.
TimeCenter continues to expand its activities with new services and products, consistently prioritizing the highest level of customer satisfaction.