I was invited to a high-calibre book launch and corporate mingling event at the German Embassy. His excellency the ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany, Georg Boomgaarden had invited high-ranking officials from politics and finance to speak on the birth history of the European currency, the Euro. David Marsh, a journalist, banker and book author had just published a book on the subject and the event was held at the ambassador's residence in Belgravia. Most impressive was Karl-Otto Poehl, former president of the Bundesbank and one of the founding fathers of the currency who despite his advanced age gave a humorous and very captivating talk on the emergence of the Euro.
Of course, photos were required, but the man with the camera wasn't so welcome. So I did what I could, careful to get my job done, but not upset the honourable guests with clicking noises and flashlight. My suit didn't really feel that comfortable either, and I was probably the only guest not wearing a tie. I am proud of that...
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