Our differentiation

Luminaries Forge offers several advantages over traditional university and management school programs, especially regarding relevance, flexibility, and practical application.

While we recognize that technical skills are crucial, we emphasize personal growth and leadership development equally, ensuring that students are well-rounded and ready to lead IT teams effectively.

Cutting-Edge Curriculum by Industry Experts

Courses at Luminaries Forge are continuously updated to include the latest trends and technologies in IT. Unlike some university programs that may have a fixed curriculum, instructors at Luminaries Forge are active IT industry leaders with current, real-world experience. They bring fresh insights from the field, unlike traditional academic settings where instructors may not be as actively engaged in the industry.

Real-World Lessons and Network Building

Training includes hands-on projects that simulate actual IT leadership scenarios, providing practical experience that can be directly applied to the workplace. This contrasts with the more theoretical or case-study-based approach of most traditional programs. Our small cohort sizes allow for personalized attention and foster a close-knit community, offering networking opportunities with other professionals likely to be in influential positions in the industry.

A Value-Focused Program in a Defined Time Frame

Topics and programs at Luminaries Forge are designed to be completed in a shorter timeframe, providing intensive and focused learning that respects the time constraints of working professionals. Luminaries Forge can offer more cost-effective training without the overhead of traditional university programs by focusing on the most essential and applicable skills. No course-padding with irrelevant or archaic concepts, just the information our students need.

Luminaries Forge also brings in industry experts for its vital training elements, including Cybersecurity, Quality, Public Speaking, and Insights Programming leaders.

Nathan McBride is your primary instructor at Luminaries Forge.

Nathan McBride
Founder, CEO, Primary Instructor

As a seasoned Chief Information Officer with a rich tapestry of experience spanning over a quarter of a century, Nathan brings knowledge and wisdom to the forefront of IT leadership and development. His journey has been characterized by the successful cultivation of high-performance IT teams, the strategic architecting of robust IT organizations, and a passionate commitment to nurturing talent through innovative teaching and transformative coaching.

With a career deeply rooted in IT management and an eye consistently trained on the horizon of technological advancement, Nathan has honed an instinctual understanding of this industry's human and technical facets. His approach is founded on a philosophy that great leaders are not just born but crafted through experience, empathy, and the continuous pursuit of excellence.

Not only is Nathan an active mentor, he has also authored several works, including the “Life Sciences IT Survival Guide” and “The Calculus of IT.” These books are designed to help developing leaders follow the steps necessary to recognize and evolve into their potential.

Through his guidance, prospective students can expect to embark on a learning odyssey that transcends conventional education. Teachings are infused with real-world insights and hands-on experiences tailored to empower the next generation of IT leaders with the skills, mindset, and confidence to navigate and shape the future of technology.

Join us, and let's forge your path to becoming an IT luminary.