Penny Mendelsohn, Benjamin Verrall, Nelson Paredez-Parks | Office Hours: The Human Experience

Penny Mendelsohn Penny Mendelsohn is a 4th-generation commercial roofer at Roof Whisperer, took over the family business during the COVID-19 pandemic by buying out her father, who continues to work alongside her until today. Now, she’s training her nephew to become the 5th-generation owner, ensuring the legacy lives on. Benjamin Verrall Director and co-writer Benjamin Verrall has long been captivated by the power and mystery of the sea—a theme that deeply resonates in his film, SHOUTING AT THE SEA. Since graduating from film school, Benjamin has built a distinguished career in the media industry, where his passion for storytelling has flourished. He founded Toffee Hammer, a creative agency and production company renowned for its innovative approach to storytelling and its commitment to a collaborative creative process. Under his leadership, Toffee Hammer has earned acclaim for pushing the boundaries of traditional media, crafting compelling narratives that engage and inspire. Nelson Paredez-Parks Nelson Paredez-Parks, a dynamo renowned for his eclectic skill set and embodying multiple roles. As an acknowledged expert in the entertainment industry, Nelson is known for his leadership of The ESI Network, a premier talent management company with over 30+ years in the entertainment world. He’s an expert in getting your kids into show business as well as navigating the entertainment business with healthy boundaries. Two other initiatives including the latest two he is most excited with are Helpandanswers.com which helps business owners and entrepreneurs scale up and grow their businesses and TheAIxperts.com, which is an informational site educating entertainment professionals about how to integrate A.I. into their current business models.