With A.I.'s rising popularity, more people are becoming concerned about how it will affect our everyday lives.  Frankie Russo discusses the importance of embracing our unique "weird" qualities to thrive in the AI era, unlocking our potential to augment a future where no one is left behind. Frankie Russo is a visionary in innovation and authenticity. A serial tech entrepreneur with a proven track record for using authenticity and purpose to foster innovation. Russo has led multiple companies to remarkable growth landing on the Inc. 500/5000 list 8 years in a row, including 60X growth of his tech company culminating in acquisition by a Fortune 500 entity. Organizations that Russo has collaborated with who have embraced his “Love Your Weird” movement were able to adapt, innovate and grow through massive change. In his latest work Russo shares the critical unlocks for thriving in the face of unprecedented change by leading with authenticity, imagination and generosity. He is the author of two bestselling books and a soughtafter speaker known for transforming organizational cultures and inspiring individual and corporate innovation. Frankie’s highest calling is his family, and he happily lives with his wife and six children in Louisiana. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx