ENSEMBLE!

I have worked in this industry quite long enough to know what and whom I like and why and, regrettably, just as important these days what and whom I don’t like and why.

So, the thought of another gathering overflowing with ‘faux camaraderie’ filled me with a mixture of healthy scepticism and déjà vu (yet more hectoring, lecturing and pontificating?).

However, refreshingly that wasn’t the case at all. We were introduced to a charming, quietly confident but clearly impressively qualified person who talked in a respectful and nuanced way, using the word ‘ensemble’ quite strategically to define his approach. An approach which seemed to easily connect with and engage his audience.

A pleasant surprise and, arguably, just what we need in this sometimes jaded and cynical business.

Phillipe Mellier - on vous souhaîte, bienvenue et bonne chance!