Angie Carel

Gen AI Consultant, AI-First Marketing Agency Owner, AI in FW Founder

With two decades of leading a marketing agency and nearly three years dedicated to generative AI consulting, Angie Carel has established herself as a leading voice in AI literacy and adoption.

She helps companies look past the AI hype to pinpoint implementation strategies that deliver real and meaningful impact. Leading with a human-first approach, she demonstrates how AI adoption enhances rather than replaces human capabilities.

Through her consultancy and as founder of AI in FW—Indiana's largest AI community—Angie crafts and delivers AI literacy workshops focused on practical application and the mindset shifts necessary for successful adoption. She empowers individual learners with knowledge, helping them break through barriers of fear and uncertainty to confidently navigate their own AI learning journey.

Angie regularly contributes to AI discussions at conferences, expert panels, and podcasts, with her recent work "The Power of Human Authenticity in an Increasingly Artificial World" reflecting her conviction that authentic human connection and expression become increasingly valuable as AI advances.

Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, she remains dedicated to her core mission: making AI literacy accessible, actionable, and meaningful for all.

Leadership & Experience

Leadership & Experience:

20+ Years Marketing Agency Owner
2.5 Years Corporate Generative AI Consulting
Founder, AI in FW (Indiana's Largest AI Community)
Founder, Co-Crafted AI Consultancy Collective
Instrumental in securing Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp for Fort Wayne (2025)
2.5 Years Leading Generative AI Training Workshops
Speaker at Meetings and Conferences
Expert Panelist
National and International Podcast Guest
Featured in Fort Wayne Magazine January Issue [AI Innovation Issue]

Community & Impact

I’ve always believed in the power of collaboration and shared creativity. As the founder of AI in FW—Indiana’s largest AI community—I bring professionals together each month to share expertise, explore new opportunities, and participate in writing the narrative for what AI means for society moving forward.

Since initiated, AI in FW has brought together over 700 people to share in their AI journey.

Community is central to my leadership efforts: during the COVID shutdown, I started an art and mental health initiative that gained national recognition on Good Morning America and continues to thrive with more than 40,000 followers and 14,000 private group members.

By uniting people around shared passions and forward-thinking goals, I aim to deliver a lasting, positive impact on the world.

Expertise

Expertise & Certifications:

Certified AI Business Leader
Specialized AI Certifications:
- Piloting AI
- Scaling AI
- Applied AI
- AI Mindset
- AI Fundamentals
Donald Miller Storybrand Certified Guide (3 yrs)

Memberships:

AI in FW Founder/Member
AI Mastery Member
AdFed Member
Indiana Technology and Innovation Association (ITIA) Member
Our AI Journey Cohort Member (Andy Sack & Andrew Brotman)

My AI Commitment

I pledge to partner with organizations and initiatives that prioritize humanity at the core of their AI strategies. My vision is one where AI is not merely a tool for efficiency but a catalyst for human well-being, growth, and empowerment.

The cornerstone of my commitment is ensuring that advancements in generative AI serve to uplift individuals, create meaningful opportunities, and contribute to a more equitable, inclusive future. I focus on:

Human-Centered Innovation: Placing people’s needs, emotions, and experiences at the heart of AI adoption, ensuring that technologies align with and enhance human values.
Human-Elevated Solutions: Empowering individuals and teams with AI tools that augment their abilities, freeing up time for creativity, strategic thinking, and personal fulfillment.
Human-Advanced Progress: Driving initiatives that use AI to unlock human potential at scale—whether through education, workforce development, or societal advancement.

I commit to working exclusively with partners, companies, and communities who share these principles, fostering a responsible, ethical, and visionary approach to generative AI adoption.

Contact Angie

Appearances

For speaking inquiries, podcast guest appearances, expert panel requests or other appearance inquiries, schedule a discovery chat.

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General Request

Have a general request or just want to say hi? Send me an email at angie@angiecarel.com.

AI Marketing

Angie has reimagined the Marketing Agency model with Dragonfly Theory, an AI-First Agency designed to revolutionize modern marketing. For more information, visit

www.dragonfly-theory.com