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.

A row of kettlebells in various colours arranged on a wooden surface, showcasing different weights.

To feel the beat

I go out there every afternoon just to feel the beat.

Man in a brown blazer holding a coffee cup on a saucer in a café with shelves of products behind him.

You can call, you can call my name

You can call, you can call my name, and I’ll bring the espresso—just like today. Ready to coach and advise management on establishing a strong...

Man in a checked suit standing confidently in front of a large wooden door with intricate designs.

Welcome to the board meeting

Welcome to the board meeting. Held in the former headquarters of a historic trading company, this building was once a center for global commerce in...

Book titled 'Why Empires Fall' by Peter Heather and John Rapley, featuring a red and white cake design on the cover.

A Literary Stroll Through Marylebone

Marylebone in London is like a village within the city—an ecosystem of local stores and curated shopping experiences, including Daunt Books, an...