Gilman Louie's Journey in National Security

Gilman Louie, the co-founder and managing partner of America's Frontier Fund, reflects on his unexpected path into national security, influenced by his family's military background. Initially thriving in the corporate sector as the chief creative officer at Hasbro Interactive, Louie felt a strong national calling after being prompted by the CIA director, George Tenet, about serving his country. His career pivoted towards national security in the face of pre-9/11 concerns about the U.S. not being adequately prepared for potential threats. Emphasizing the urgent need for technological innovation, he set out to bridge the gap between the intelligence community and Silicon Valley's rapid tech advancements.