Advising, Training, and Capacity Building

Not every organization needs or can afford an agency on retainer. For clients managing marketing internally—or building capacity from scratch—Lumiere offers tailored advising, coaching, and hands-on training. We help small business owners make confident decisions, guide lean teams to develop in-house skills, and provide structure for organizations investing in long-term marketing growth. It’s marketing support that builds momentum from within.

1:1 and Small Group Coaching

For solo entrepreneurs and small business owners who just need guidance, Lumiere offers accessible, no-fluff coaching to help you make smart decisions and take action. We’ll meet you where you are—strategically, creatively, and financially. You do the work; I’ll help you do it right. Sessions are personalized, practical, and flexible based on your budget and bandwidth.

What this can include:

  • 1:1 or small group coaching sessions

  • Strategic planning & marketing roadmaps

  • Help choosing tools, platforms, and priorities

  • Honest feedback and clear next steps

  • Flexible pricing to fit your stage of growth

Build Confidence, Skills, and Momentum From Within

Workshops and Skills Training

If you're ready to get hands-on, Lumiere offers custom workshops designed to teach the tools and tactics behind modern marketing—ideal for business owners, community groups, or in-house teams. From Canva to campaign strategy, Lumiere breaks it down in a way that's practical, engaging, and actually useful.

Popular workshop topics:

  • Canva for branding and content creation

  • Meta Business Suite (Instagram & Facebook Ads)

  • Google Analytics 4 (GA4) and Search Console

  • Social media content planning

  • Intro to CRM, email, and automation tools

Team Training

For businesses looking to strengthen their marketing or sales teams, Lumiere offers customized group training designed to build real capability. Programs are tailored to your goals, delivered with clarity and focus, and can often be supported by workforce development funding. Whether launching a new initiative or investing in your team’s long-term growth, Lumiere helps organizations build skills that stick.

Includes:

  • Group training on marketing strategy, content, or platforms

  • Practical instruction tailored to your industry

  • Guidance on leveraging public or grant-based training support

  • Ongoing resources and follow-up for real-world application

Let’s turn your vision into an actionable strategy. Contact us to schedule a call.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Lumiere offers flexible 1:1 coaching and support for solo entrepreneurs and small businesses. The goal is to give you clarity and confidence, no matter your stage or size.

  • Absolutely. Lumiere leads custom workshops on marketing strategy, branding, social media, analytics, and more—built for your audience and designed to be engaging, actionable, and easy to apply.

  • In some cases, yes. Lumiere can help identify workforce development funding (like state grants) that may support team training at little to no cost to your business.