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Multifaceted Business Day: Board Meeting, Annual Report Production, and Corporate Presentation, Dressed in British Country Style
As it’s still the tail end of winter, I’ve opted for a British country style, featuring Barbour and Danish vintage. I am dressed for a multifaceted...
Discovering Wine Delights: Zinfandel and Riesling Highlights
Sisters and brothers, it is with great honor and privilege that I present to you three selected wines from the wine exhibition in Gothenburg. I am...
A Dame’s Brooch from the 1920s Joins Prestigious Primrose League Collection
Badge of the week: I acquired this unique piece for my Primrose League collection at an auction, and it has since become a treasured part of it. The...
Introducing the Celebrated 2021 Kaapse Vonkel Brut: A Continuation of South Africa’s Sparkling Legacy
Sisters and brothers, it is a great privilege and honor to present another affordable wine. The 2021 Kaapse Vonkel Brut from Simonsig Estate is an...
Reflecting on History: My Journey to 1956 Budapest, Embracing the Spirit of an Era
The Almighty asked me, ‘Which age would you like to live in?’ My answer led me through Hungary to Budapest in 1956. I find myself in the old man in...
An Evening with ‘The Seventh Seal’: A Theatrical Experience Beyond the Ordinary
Business and pleasure – after more than six weeks of non-stop special assignments every day, I was rewarded with the opportunity to drop my keyboard...
Sunday Sophistication: Merging Italian Style and Vintage Elegance at the Espresso Bar
A snapshot of a productive Sunday morning at my favored espresso bar, inscribed “I’m the operator with my pocket calculator”. Adorned in a Dolomite...
Philipp Kuhn’s 2022 Riesling Tradition: An Award-Winning Blend of Quality and Affordability
Brothers and sisters, it is a privilege and a great honor to present the five-time Riesling Champion, Philipp Kuhn, with his 2022 Riesling...
At my cappuccino with you
You stand quietly by the espresso bar,As I place my cup near yours,And we embrace in the crowd.Holding my cup close to yours,How I always fall into...
Reflection of Style: The Modern Gentleman’s Vintage Danish Look with Tom Ford Flair in the Hall of Mirrors
After a computerized workday filled with full production and board-level advisory meetings, as well as a project kickoff; my evening transition...
Lion’s Tooth of McLaren Vale: Masterful Fusion of Robust Shiraz and Fresh Riesling
Brothers and sisters, it's with great privilege and honour I present to you 'Lion's Tooth of McLaren Vale Shiraz Riesling,' created by winemaker...
Fish of the week or shellfish
I live by the sea and embrace Captain Nemo’s quote, ‘Here on the ocean floor is the only independence. Here I am free!’ Thus, every weekend, I...
Top Five Essentials for Effective Board Meetings
With 15 years of experience and certification in board management, serving as a board member in publicly traded companies, growth businesses, and...
Embracing Southern Elegance: Black Velvet and a Boy’s Smile at Dinner Time
They usually say, ‘Black velvet and a boy’s smile, in a Southern style, Black velvet if you please.’ And I say, ‘Dinner time with Black velvet, if...
Business consulting to entrepreneurs and companies in the growth phase
As an experienced business coach, I empower entrepreneurs and growth-phase companies with strategic advice, network access, and guidance in...
Recognition with ‘Carte de honneur’: A Pleasant Surprise
What a nice surprise to receive the ‘Carte de honneur’. Thank you! This special card is given for distinguished service, achievements, or...
Captivating Eau-de-Nil: How Fortnum & Mason’s Iconic Packaging and Piccadilly Blend Stir Nostalgia and Embrace Tradition
There is a kind of magic residing within my mind; its striking shade of signature eau-de-nil evokes a sense of calmness and tranquility. Piccadilly...
Defining an Actor’s Position: A Comprehensive Analysis of Market Position and Stakeholder Relationships
I have completed a project where I define an actor’s position in view of future development and its relationships with stakeholders. This analysis...
Interim Report to Listed Company Delivered
I’ve been part of a project at my company, where our goal was to update a client’s stakeholders on their progress. I took on the role of delivering...
The Timeless Elegance of the Fleur-de-lis: A Symbol of Enduring Friendship and Historical Majesty
This is one of my favorite ties, adorned with a Fleur-de-lis pattern, a gift from a dear friend who has significant Hungarian connections. The...