if esr were an investment firm, you would be a guy walking in without any scheduled interview, wearing cut-off jean shorts, flip-flops, a beer and cigarette ash stained bowling shirt, no deodorant, greasy hair, and unbrushed teeth, asking for money to spend on a membership to the bowling alley so that you can test your new ball.
have some class, buddy. we're people, here. play with our balls a little before you ask for a favor.