And you were keen to offer these events not only at the Regional Office but at all Bundesbank locations in your jurisdiction. You hosted banking evenings and, together with the Bavarian Chamber of Industry and Commerce, jointly organised events with business representatives. And, time and again, you also created a framework for exchanging ideas with academia. In addition, you also had an impact internally.
You treated your colleagues with respect and were receptive to their concerns, while also managing to set a clear tone. In doing so, you always thought beyond your own immediate area of responsibility. For example, you taught at our Hachenburg University of Applied Sciences for 20 years, setting a standard for longevity in the process.