All in good time: UVA alum’s startup restores trust to the watch market

Restoring Trust to the Watch Market

Chase Pion, a University of Virginia alum, credits his experience at the McIntire School of Commerce for helping him launch Bezel, a startup changing the pre-owned luxury watch market.

Pion, a Jefferson Scholar from Los Angeles, says his time at the Commerce School provided a strong foundation for his career, from investment banker to entrepreneur.

Preparation, passion, and people define his path

Today, Pion leads Bezel, connecting buyers and sellers of high-end, pre-owned watches, combining financial discipline and team-first leadership learned at UVA.

Author's summary: UVA alum Chase Pion launches Bezel startup.

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UVA Today UVA Today — 2025-10-13