James Glenn Thompson is a husband, father, grandfather, and author currently residing in Temple, TX, a community north of Austin. The middle name is essential as there are many James Thompsons in the world, and several are authors.

His books tap into the 45 years spent in the business world in various executive functions, including Fortune 50 companies and three technology and software startup companies.

James graduated from the US Merchant Marine Academy with a US Naval Reserve commission. He spent three years at sea as a Merchant Marine deck officer. After his sea time with visits to 45 countries, he swallowed the anchor and earned an MBA in Finance from the University of Illinois.

He loves to bring historical events and organizations into his work, from just a few years in the past to many thousands of years ago.