Robert Hackenson Jr.

Robert Hackenson Jr. is a professional speaker, trainer, and founder of Dynamic Influence, an organization dedicated to combining education and entertainment. Dynamic Influence was established with the goal of engaging and educating audiences, based on Hackenson's belief that shrinking attention spans require innovative approaches to communication.

Hackenson developed skills in magic during his youth and is a certified hypnotist through the National Guild of Hypnotists. He graduated from Western New England University in three years and holds an MBA and a Certificate in Advanced Organizational Leadership from Nichols College.

Hackenson integrates magic, hypnosis, and influence with his expertise in business, leadership, psychology, social media, bullying prevention, and team building. His "edutainer" approach incorporates magic and hypnotism into educational lectures and training sessions, helping audiences retain critical messages. Hackenson has held corporate roles as a sales manager at IdeaLaunch and as a digital marketing manager at Winbrook before focusing on educational speaking and training.

Hackenson has delivered keynote presentations across the United States, Canada, and internationally for schools, colleges, and organizations such as Frito-Lay, The Boston Beer Company (Sam Adams), and New York Life. His presentations cover topics including "Bullying Prevention," "Social Media Dangers & Cyber Safety," "Drug, Alcohol, & Tobacco Awareness (Sober Thoughts)," "Moving Up to New School," and "Vaping & Marijuana Awareness." He addresses students, teachers, and parents at elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as colleges.

In the corporate sector, Hackenson has served as keynote speaker for New York Life Top Sales Executives, Frito-Lay Facility Managers, Revera Health Care Systems, and Yale Dining Staff, delivering presentations on "Breaking Through Mental Obstacles," "The Art of Team-building," and "Unleashing Creativity within Your Team."

Schools in 46 states and internationally have hosted Hackenson for interactive "edutaining" experiences that blend educational lectures with magic, illusions, and hypnosis skits to reinforce learning objectives. His work has been featured in media outlets including Boston Herald, FOX News, PBS, and Rogers TV in Canada. Hackenson addresses topics such as cyberbullying, social media safety, and corporate team building, maintaining a dynamic approach in educational speaking and training.