Scroll down to skip to my professional bio. Instead of me trying to describe to you who I am and what I stand for, I’ll highlight a few keystone experiences in my life that will give you a clearer picture of who I am. So, Who is Ben Parr? (The Personal Version)

Original Published March 25, 2014 2/23/22 Author’s note: Wow, this article was more prescient than I anticipated. Unfortunately for Facebook, its worst fears came true when Apple gave users the ability to opt out of data tracking in 2021. …

“Ben Parr is an incredibly engaging speaker. His energy, wit and quick thinking make his session exciting, thought-provoking and informative. And that’s the point. Parr believes that capturing attention is a science and that we can all learn how to engage our audiences effectively.” ~ Sarah Mitton, Manager, Clarion

How the Underlying Infrastructure of Society Is Built — At well over 500,000 pounds and 442 feet, a Siemens Gamesa wind turbine can tower over its surroundings. Yet, depending on the wind resource, just one of these turbines can provide renewable energy to 400–500 homes constantly, while only taking about two to three weeks to build and construct. A…

An adventure into NYC’s hidden infrastructure — Living in New York City is a treasure hunter’s dream: even when you’re lost in the maze, you always find gold. For the last year, I’ve lived in New York City, and I’ve learned so many amazing things about my new home. Amazing rooftops, secret bars, and more amazing dinners…

A New Home Page for Ecommerce Professionals — Dear Chatbots Magazine readers, I’m thrilled to announce the launch of Ecommerce Magazine, the second publication in the Octane AI media network! Ecommerce Magazine is a celebration of the industry, with guides to selling, building a brand, inspiring profiles of retail and ecommerce entrepreneurs, and more. It will have the…

Stop making your customers repeat themselves — Have you ever called or messaged a businesses, but had to repeat the same things over and over again? Shouldn’t they remember what you bought last week, or that you just chatted customer support yesterday? Wouldn’t it be nice if you didn’t have to have the same conversation with a…