The Last Wind-Up Staff - The Staff
From left to right: Bill Van Epps - Clock Technician, Dave Berghold - Owner, Watchmaker, Shawn Evans - Clock Technician. Jill Yoder - Sales, Diana Weber - bookkeeper, Lynda Livingston - Sales, Jeana Kroes - Watchmaker
Dave Berghold - The Owner
In 1990, Dave Berghold purchased Bozeman Jewelry and re-opened the store front as The Last Wind-Up on the day after Thanksgiving as the sole proprietor.
Over the years, the business has seen a number of changes, but most satisfying has been the growth and spread of The Last Wind-Up customer base. With the proliferation of the internet, the business has developed and maintained customers from all around the country. In fact, within 4 months of establishing an internet presence, the business has served customers from all but four states in the US. Currently, we have completed the map.
Dave Berghold became captivated by horology (the study of time and timepieces) while attending South Kent School under the tutelage of Adolph Amend Jr. (one of the earliest of NAWCC members). Over the years, Dave developed a strong sense of not only the mechanical intricacies of timepieces but also the historical significances and subtleties of watches and clocks. Now specializing in the repair and restoration of watches, Dave is capable of working on and restoring nearly any timepiece, be it from the 1600’s or a modern timepiece.
As a life member and local chapter president of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors and a member of the American Watch and Clockmakers Institute, Dave is in contact with the current historical and mechanical developments of the industry. Having apprenticed in London, England to a classically trained watchmaker, served an internship at Christie's Auction House in the Watch and Clock Department, and having always maintained a substantial library of technical references as well as auction catalogs and price guides, as well as attending watch and clock shows as often as possible, Dave has been able build a strong understanding of the industry and offer his expertise to his customers.
In 2000, the repair facility moved from the downtown Main Street to a more conducive location in the hills outside of Bozeman. The “studio” is the ideal setting for the space, peace and tranquility necessary for working on fine watches.
Starting in the January 2011, The Last Wind-Up will be moving to 11 East Main Street. With a transition period of a few months, the new retail location will open sometime in early April. A larger space for our retail operation, room for watchmakers benches, and the whole staff focused in one location will offer our customers the best service that we can possibly offer. The regrets of having to move will soon be overshadowed by the excitement of our new location. Please stop by and say hello.
Jill Yoder - Sales
Jill joined the staff in 2011 as a sales associate.Having been in retail for ten years, Jill has acquired outstanding customer services skills with a warm demeanor. Being a student of literature at Montana State University has given her a close attention to detail.
Lynda Livingston - Sales
Lynda Livingston joined the staff of the Last Wind-Up in 2008 as a sales associate. Working with customer relations, sales and small repairs, Lynda has been an asset to the business. With a degree in History, she is able to bring to the store her knowledge of design and history; both essential elements in the field of horology. Her ability to manage the displays and integrate new ideas for merchandising makes her an integral part of The Last Wind-Up.
Jeana Kroes - Watch Technician
Jeana Kroes has recently joined the team at The Last Wind-Up. She graduated from the Oklahoma State University's Watchmaking and Microtechnology program receiving a WOSTEP (Watchmakers of Switzerland Training and Education Program) Certification. Jeana worked for Rolex at the Technicum in Lititz Pennsylvania prior to relocating to the Bozeman area. She will be assisting David Berghold, owner of The Last Wind-Up, to become Montana's only Authorized Rolex Repair Facility. "The Last Wind-Up does repair and restoration work on pocket and wrist watches for people all over the United States. It is an honor to work alongside such knowledgeable and skillful people who are passionate about their work and the services they provide.
- Nov. 19, 2010 –. Jeana Kroes has become the first, and only, CW21 Certified Watchmaker in the state of Montana. She has successfully completed the American Watchmaker-Clockmaker Institute’s (AWCI) Certified Watchmaker of the 21st Century (CW21) exam in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Diana Weber - Bookkeeper
Diana has been with the Last Wind-Up for over 10 years as bookkeeper. A contagious laugh and dedication to the business, Diana has been a formidable asset behind the scenes.
Bill VanEpps - Clock Technician
Bill holds a bachelor degree in mechanical engineering with over 25 year of experience. He's worked in the automotive, snow-sports, and agricultural industries in positions from designer to project manager.