Ania Smith, CEO of Taskrabbit, believes artificial intelligence will augment, not eliminate, human workers in the burgeoning gig economy. Smith highlights Taskrabbit’s specialized focus on home services, connecting users with skilled Taskers for jobs like furniture assembly and TV mounting. She emphasizes the company’s commitment to providing an end-to-end service experience, setting it apart from simple lead generation platforms. While acknowledging the potential impact of AI assistants on the broader service industry, Smith remains confident in Taskrabbit’s strategy. This strategy centers on maintaining a high-quality network of trusted Taskers and meeting customers where they are, even if that means integrating with AI-powered platforms in the future. Smith views AI as an opportunity to enhance the Taskrabbit experience rather than a threat to human labor within the home services sector.