Unfortunately, as an engineer it has been my experience, the boardroom takes more notice of the accounts office, than we technical types.
Along the lines of " How much? Isn't there a cheaper way? The shareholders, the shareholders, think of the shareholders".
Chin up Mike, that is all behind you now. There is a glorious freedom, away from the evil of the advertising executive.
On a happier note.
I just watched the latest launch of the shuttle.
You go fly you beautiful big white bird.