Business, Curiosity and a European Way of Life
I am a businessman, board professional and advisor, but my interests have always reached far beyond the boardroom.
Business, communication and leadership are an important part of my life, alongside a deep interest in culture, history, travel, design, books, cities, food and the traditions and ideas that shape Europe.
This site brings those worlds together. It is a place for reflections from work and business, but also for observations, experiences and stories from the places I visit, the people I meet and the things that catch my attention.
For me, work and life have never been completely separate. They influence each other, and together they shape how I see business, people and the world around me.
BUSINESS AND LIFESTYLE
My blog
Welcome to my blog, where I bring together perspectives on management, communication and board governance with a personal interest in style, culture, travel and the European way of life.
It is a mix of business insights, observations, experiences and the things that shape how I work, live and see the world.
The philanthropic foundation contributes to the city, and what we continue to develop through the board
I just took a bicycle tour to stop and admire the buildings, and to reflect on what this philanthropic foundation contributes to the city, and what...
Mom told me to bring back just one book from the library
Mom told me to bring back just one book from the library. But Mom, it’s impossible.
Cooperation and contribution to bring development and progress to our city
A striking real-life image from meetings, with my name on both sides of the table, just as I work. Cooperation and contribution to bring development...
Oysters in a row, safely and efficiently
With a new pair of protective gloves and an upgraded oyster knife with a hand guard, I opened all the oysters in a row, safely and efficiently.
Time to play espresso bar at home again
Time to play espresso bar at home again.My local store shows real good judgement by keeping Passalacqua Mehari on the shelves. A little piece of...
My personal shortlist from the Gothenburg Book Fair
My personal shortlist from the Gothenburg Book Fair This year, my selection moved between leadership, faith, revolution, design, the Middle East and...
Alone in the dark
Alone in the dark, as autumn has caught the light and it begins to get dark around my usual outdoor training time.
I am in love with adidas SPZL
I am in love with adidas SPZL. It sits right on the edge between sporty, functional clothing and refined leisure style. For me, SPZL is where...
But I am still fighting under my apple tree
My apple tree has no apples left for the season. I have cut back a few branches, and the first signs of autumn are beginning to show. But I am still...
From decision to execution for Gothenburg
In one of my board assignments, we are now moving forward with an issue where organisation, financing, resources, implementation, sustainability and...
The purpose was to develop the board, broaden our perspective and look beyond our own industry for ideas and inspiration
During a board development trip to London last week, which I had the opportunity to lead with my special support, we used the city itself as part of...
There’s something unique about Bar Termini
There’s something unique about Bar Termini, and it’s the reason I return visit after visit. The tiny space, always packed. The immaculate waiters in...
A true masterclass in communication from Louis Vuitton
A true masterclass in communication from Louis Vuitton. They’ve transformed the entire window display into a set of train carriages, all...
We were on King’s Road, once one of the centres of London punk in the 1970s
We were on King’s Road, once one of the centres of London punk in the 1970s, with Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren right at the heart of it....
She said, “I wanna live like London. I wanna do whatever you do in London.”
She said, “I wanna live like London. I wanna do whatever you do in London.” I said, “I’ll see what I can do.” So I took her to an empty street in...
What’s your favourite saint to bring to the pub for a glass?
A pint after the cathedral in St Albans, together with my favourite saint. What’s your favourite saint to bring to the pub for a glass? St Bridget,...
Standing in front of an Abrahamic idea
Standing in front of an Abrahamic idea:“Seek first the Kingdom of God.” מלכות שמיםMalkhut Shamayim رضا الله والآخرةRiḍā Allāh wa-l-ākhirah My...
I am visiting St Albans Cathedral, a place where Christians have worshipped for around 1,700 years
I am visiting St Albans Cathedral, a place where Christians have worshipped for around 1,700 years, longer than anywhere else known in Britain. The...
Advent calendar from Fortnum & Mason
I just have to have this Advent calendar from Fortnum & Mason. Stunning. Come on, Ryanair, let me take it as hand luggage. Please.
The red hand
To be honest, far too many pubs nowadays are a real disappointment, filled with lager, pilsner and the same rather boring European beers. I am...