Turning on Machines: How the Rise of Artificial Intelligence Will Rewire the Way We Work, Live, and Love

Turning On Machines explores the rise of AI and its impact on work, identity, and human connection. Blending historical parallels, strategic foresight, and practical reflection, it equips readers with tactics to navigate automation, the future of work, and our evolving relationship with technology.

Zac Engler is a futurist, AI strategist, and founder of Bodhi AI, a consultancy helping companies harness artificial intelligence to optimize team performance. As Chief AI Officer at C4 Technical Services, he advises enterprise leaders on AI adoption strategy, agent automation, and workforce transformation. Since 2016, he's forecasted AI's trajectory and prepared teams for its impact. With over a decade building high-performing teams at Apple, Amplifon, PAR Systems, and Sanctuary AI, Zac's leadership blends technical insight with talent development. His work has reduced workflow timelines by over 60 percent, saved thousands of labor hours, and earned industry recognition for innovation. Holding a MBA and multiple leadership certifications, Zac brings historical perspective, systems thinking, sustainable techniques, and practical expertise to help audiences navigate the age of intelligent machines. A Minnesota native, Zac enjoys the outdoors and supports conservation through nature nonprofits.