Chrono24 appoints José Gaztelu as Chief Executive Officer

Karlsruhe (Germany), May 6, 2026 – Chrono24, the world’s leading online marketplace for luxury watches, has appointed José Gaztelu as Chief Executive Officer.

José joined Chrono24 in July 2025 as Chief Growth Officer and has been leading the company since September 2025. Over the past months, he has detailed and operationalized the company’s strategy, strengthened the leadership team, and accelerated key growth initiatives, including the expansion of Chrono24’s US business.

“José has demonstrated exceptional leadership since joining Chrono24,” says Tobias Hartmann, Chairman of the Board of Directors. “He immersed himself in the business with remarkable speed and moved quickly from understanding the company to shaping its direction. This appointment formalizes what has already been working.”

José brings over 15 years of international leadership experience in scaling digital platforms. He most recently served on the Executive Leadership Team at Nextdoor, where he was responsible for market operations and corporate strategy across the US and international markets. Previously, he held senior roles at Domestika, Houzz, and Zalora, and began his career at McKinsey & Company.

“Chrono24 is uniquely positioned in the luxury watch market, combining the world’s largest selection with deep expertise and a passionate global community,” says José Gaztelu.
“I am honored by the trust the Board has placed in me. Together with an outstanding team, we will continue to strengthen Chrono24 as the destination for luxury watches, deepen trust for buyers and sellers, and unlock the significant growth potential ahead of us, particularly in the US.”

Chrono24’s strategic direction remains unchanged.