Leading with Joy in the Age of AI with Kevin Surace

In this episode of The AI Forecast, host Paul Muller is joined by Kevin Surace—Chair & CEO of Appvance.ai, Chair of Token Ring, and a pioneering force behind the first human-like AI virtual assistant—for a deeply human conversation about what it means to lead through disruption.

From building billion-dollar companies to holding 94 worldwide patents in AI, automation, and sustainability, Kevin brings unmatched insights into how technology and leadership must evolve together. He introduces his “Joy Success Cycle” philosophy, exploring why joy, creativity, and emotional resilience are essential for sustainable innovation in the AI era.

Kevin shares his vision for navigating the AI revolution, not just as professionals, but as people. You’ll hear why he believes leaders must choose joy in the face of rapid change, and how cultivating a culture of experimentation (without fear of failure) could be the secret to long-term success.

Stay in touch with Kevin:

• Kevin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksurace/
• Kevin’s Website: https://www.kevinsurace.com/ 

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