Russell Ernst has been a financial industry professional for more than twenty-five years, and has honed the art of conveying important information in a form that is easily digestible to those that consume it. Russell has always enjoyed the art of storytelling, and is still proud of the written response he received in kindergarten from Frog and Toad author Arnold Lobel. Russell is a vocal participant of his local book club and supports all genres. He is a firm believer that creativity lies deep within everyone, and sometimes needs to be coaxed out with caffeine or the inspiration provided by a unique setting. He is an avid runner and martial artist. Unabashedly Classless is his first novel.