In this episode of The Wrist Check Podcast, we sit down with Kerel Cooper, a seasoned C-suite marketing executive and founder of The Minority Report podcast, which highlights Black and Brown business professionals and creatives. Kerel shares his journey from a humble upbringing to building a successful career in marketing, reflecting on the pivotal moments that shaped him—including receiving his first watch as a graduation gift. He also discusses his shift away from the Apple Watch back to mechanical timepieces, a move that allowed him to unplug from constant digital connectivity and embrace a healthier balance. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about career growth, collecting watches, and finding mindfulness through horology.
Chapters
00:00 - Intro
02:07 - Wrist Check
02:49 - Rashawns Oris Diver 65
05:20 - Perri's Vintage Omega Seamaster
06:19 - Kerel's Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze
09:26 - Kerel's career path
17:40 - How watches shaped Kerel's career
18:45 - Kerel's first watch, King seiko
19:24 - Getting rid of the of the Apple Watch
20:56 - The evolving marketing landscape
23:53 - Watch brands doing great marketing
25:30 - The Impact Of The Apple Watch
28:14 - Kerel's Rolex Explorer
38:48 - Kerel talks his kids and watches
40:41 - Kerel's Tissot PRX
46:21 - Giving WCP Their Flowers
46:47 - What's the next watch
50:00 - Who should we have on the show?
51:48 - Outro