Seek, Inc. ben doepke

ben doepke
qualitative research consultant
ben@seekresearch.com
513 . 521 . 1111 P
513 . 253 . 6003 M
513 . 351 . 4761 F

As a national swimming champion with more than 1600 rock music performances and a B.A. in Psychology from Indiana University, I developed a profound need for understanding the complete spectrum of human motivation.  I have since contributed in advertising and quantitative fields, but my true vocation is the conduit between the consumer and my team.  My favorite tools are strong communication, commitment to the collective vision, and intent passion for connecting the dots.  I enjoy slow dances in the shadows of a mountainous sunset, a spirited morning match of tennis in footy pajamas, and eating caramel apples without use of my hands.  

Here's the random stuff...

  1. Blue or black pens?  Why?   Black.  Usually.  Ledger lines tend to be blue: contrast aids legibility.
  2. Ideal vacation (no budget limit, 2 weeks maximum)?  My fledgling family soaks up the culture and makes lasting friendships in a place we’ve never been, and where we don’t speak the language.  Beaches and espresso are bonus.
  3. Best Halloween costume you’ve ever worn?   In my rock n’ roll days, the whole band dressed up as Ghostbusters (jump suits, ghost traps, packs, goggles, etc.) and performed the Ray Parker Jr. theme song.
  4. Do you sleep with one or two pillows?  Why?   I mix it up.  Life is short and I feel like busting loose.
  5. If you had to live on nothing but fast food for two weeks, what would be your meal of choice?  Veggie burritos, baby.  Morning, noon, and night.  I’ve done it before.  I will do it again.
  6. Mac or PC?  Why?   Style interests me from an observational standpoint.  That is, if you’re using a Mac, I’m watching you.  
  7. It’s a warm summer night and you’re sitting on the front porch...what drink is in your hand? Whatever Bell’s brewery wants to put in my hand.  Heavenly Kalamazoan nectar, that Bell’s is.
  8. Worst job you’ve ever had:   Anything I say can and will be held against me, but I’ll give you this: bussing tables 5 nights a week through 10-hour shifts is not my idea of a good time.
  9. Favorite automobile you’ve ever owned?  ’82 silver Volvo station wagon.  Mom, I love you, but you can’t drive a car without oil in it.  R.I.P. my Silver Slingshot!
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