You've had an inside view in the inner workings on government having worked in the government and you must have a historical perspective having written a historical novel about Virginia in the 1690s as well as others. How do you think the current affairs of government compare to those in historica... more

This person has little or no business experience. 

Earlier in your career it looks like you worked in banking which we know to be a highly regulated industry. What opportunities exist for early stage companies in the banking or financial services sector? Are there any areas in banking or fintech ripe for disruption?

As both an author and a start-up advisor, it seems you have unique view into the lives of both. Do you see similarities in the lives of authors and those of start-up entrepreneurs? What, if anything, could they learn from each other?