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Karen Mangia

Jun 27, 2025

Most Companies Are Using AI Completely Wrong – Here’s the Fix

Karen Mangia of EIG shares how AI is transforming business, how family wisdom inspired her writing, and why Indiana is key to sports and tech innovation.

Podcast Summary

Today I sat down with Karen Mangia, President and Chief Strategy Officer at Engineered Innovation Group, for an enlightening conversation blending the future of AI with timeless wisdom.

Our discussion delves into Indiana's role as a hub for sports innovation, the successful integration of AI to solve business inefficiencies, and Karen's personal journey inspired by her 101-year-old grandfather, Salvator.

Karen also reveals her unique journey of capturing her grandfather's wisdom in her book, 'Sundays with Salvator', and introduces her upcoming children's book, 'Oodles of Noodles.'

You are going to learn about:

  • Practical Applications of AI in Modern Business

  • The Importance of Preserving Family Wisdom

  • How to Find Joy and Purpose in Your Personal and Professional Life

Thank you to our partners:
Sports Tech HQ
Penrose on Mass Garage (435 E. North St., Indianapolis, IN)
Block 20 (428 N. East St., Indianapolis, IN)
Enjoy $6 parking for 6 hours through July at either of these downtown Indianapolis locations!

Check out these great clips from the show:
01:25 Guest Introduction: Karen Manjia, Engineered Innovation Group
02:34 Karen's Journey with EIG
03:11 The Evolution of EIG's Business Model
04:16 Challenges and Solutions in Software Adoption
07:29 Roxy AI: Revolutionizing Workflows
15:13 AI in Healthcare and Leadership
20:10 Leveraging AI for Business Efficiency
30:10 Balancing AI and Authenticity
34:29 Leveraging Technology in Cooking
35:22 Sundays with Salvator: Wisdom and Journey
36:19 Grandfather's Wisdom and Stock Trading
39:54 Capturing Family Wisdom
51:17 New Book: Oodles of Noodles
53:34 Advice for Young Professionals
56:22 Hidden Gems and Hoosier Highlights

Guest(s)

Karen Mangia

Date Published

June 27, 2025

This podcast is sponsored by

Sweetwater

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

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