From a growing up on a verdant tropical island to being thrust into New York City as a teenager: two greater contrasts could hardly exist. Misael has mastered this culture clash and thrives in the diverse, hectic and unpredictable US melting pot. A self-confessed nerd of tech and design, Miz discovered watches at young age and was welcomed into the local watch world. “In our community, we come for the watches and stay for the people” – we couldn’t put it any more succinctly.