31st August 2012, 10:57 PM
I remember a meeting with a senior manager of a large archaeological unit seeking to distance itself from its founding institution. Said manager had given us the 'vision' off a rosy downsized future for an equity funded shit-hot enterprise minded archaeological business. '...But ' I suggested, 'there are other models for running a business. A co-operative for example'.....'And what bank would be willing to loan enterprise funding to a co-operative?' asked the manager.....'er the Co-operative Bank' I suggested. Look of disdain overcomes said manager....
With peace and consolation hath dismist, And calm of mind all passion spent...