Let People Surprise You - An Internet Scam That Sparked Hope | Ben Taylor | TEDxOgden

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Published 2018-08-23
Have you ever received a strange email from a questionable source? Ben Taylor thought he would teach one of these “internet scammers” a lesson by sending him on a wild goose chase. What happened next changed both of their lives as well as countless others in a remote African village. See how this incredible story unfolded and learn what happens when you give others a chance. Bio: Ben Taylor graduated from Weber State University with a Bachelors and Masters in Communication. Ben works with a number of clients, helping them Internet and social media marketing. In 2017, Ben started Pleasant Green, a mini investment group that invests in entrepreneurs in the West Africa region. Ben lives in Ogden with his wife and daughter Lauren. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx