Misfit
autistic. gay. immigrant. changemaker.
Updated and expanded: A new edition of the inspiring memoir by one of Canada's most unusual, successful and socially conscious businesspeople.
"I am different. I have always been different. I grew up scared of being found out, scared of my natural inability to fit in, to conform, to look and sound and dress and behave 'normal.' I was always drawn to the different ones and I observed them with fascination--but the thought of being even a little bit like them mortified me. I was desperate to fit in. . . ." --From Misfit
Andreas Souvaliotis was raised at a time when being on the autism spectrum wasn't easily diagnosed or even discussed. Minds like his were simply considered odd. He also knew…
ANDREAS SOUVALIOTIS is the founder of Carrot Rewards, Canada's most popular wellness app and the world's first national health rewards program. A decade earlier he started Green Rewards, the world's first mass eco-loyalty platform, which was acquired and fused into the popular AIR MILES program. Andreas has been recognized globally for his achievements and thought leadership in harnessing nudge theory to promote positive behaviour shifts on a mass scale. As a bestselling author and prolific speaker, Andreas is a leading Canadian advocate for innovative approaches to address public health, climate change, diversity and citizenship. He serves on the boards of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship, Windmill Microlending and the Young Presidents' Organization, and also advises a number of academic institutions and…
