About Luma institute
Luma Institute: Empowering Organizations with Design Thinking
In today's fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, organizations need to be agile, innovative, and customer-centric to stay ahead of the competition. This is where design thinking comes in – a human-centered approach to problem-solving that puts empathy, creativity, and experimentation at the forefront.
Luma Institute is a leading provider of design thinking training, certification programs, and online tools that help organizations unleash their creative potential. Founded in 2009 by Chris Pacione and Peter Maher, Luma has trained over 50,000 professionals from diverse industries such as healthcare, finance, education, government agencies and non-profits.
What sets Luma apart from other design thinking providers is its focus on equipping everyone at an organization with the skills and mindset needed to drive innovation. Whether you're a CEO or an entry-level employee – Luma's training programs are designed to empower you with practical tools for solving complex problems.
Luma offers three main services:
1) Design Thinking Training: Luma's flagship program is its two-day "Human-Centered Design" workshop which teaches participants how to apply design thinking principles in real-world scenarios. The workshop covers topics such as empathy mapping, ideation techniques and prototyping methods.
2) Certification Programs: For those who want to take their design thinking skills further – Luma offers three levels of certification (Associate Practitioner/Practitioner/Master Practitioner). These certifications require participants to complete additional coursework and demonstrate proficiency in applying design thinking methodologies.
3) Online Tools: To support ongoing learning after the workshops or certifications are completed – Luma provides access to an online platform called "Lumaverse". Lumaverse includes resources such as video tutorials on specific techniques/tools/templates for running workshops remotely or face-to-face sessions; case studies showcasing how other companies have used design thinking successfully; discussion forums where users can share ideas/questions with peers around the world.
One of the key benefits of working with Luma is its team of experienced facilitators who bring real-world experience across various industries. They work closely with clients before/during/after workshops or certifications are completed - tailoring content based on specific needs/challenges faced by each organization.
Another advantage of partnering with LUMA is its commitment towards creating a culture of innovation within organizations. By providing employees at all levels access to these tools/training/certifications - companies can foster a more collaborative environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute ideas/solutions towards achieving common goals.
In conclusion - if you're looking for ways to drive innovation within your organization while also fostering a more human-centered culture - then look no further than LUMA Institute! With its comprehensive suite of services designed for individuals/teams/organizations- there's something here for everyone interested in unleashing their creative potential through design thinking methodologies!