Zennström was someone who was going to make history.
In 2005, eBay would acquire Skype for $2.6 billion, and in 2011 Microsoft would buy it from them for over $8 billion.
'It's worth getting interested in,' I thought.
I listened to his lecture, even though I didn't understand much...
When the lecture finally finished, I made my way over to Niklas. He was still talking to a few students, but I waited patiently until he was free.
Once I had my chance, I stepped forward.
"Mr. Zennström, It's a pleasure to meet you," I began, extending my hand. "I'm Jack Somnus, an investment manager for Immortal Investments. I was wondering if you'd have some time to grab a coffee? My treat."
He shook my hand, a bit surprised but polite. "I wouldn't mind that, but... I was actually supposed to meet with some of the professors here," he replied.