Learn From Financial Experts Who've Been There
Our creative budgeting program puts you directly in the hands of seasoned professionals. Each instructor brings decades of real-world experience and a passion for sharing practical knowledge that actually works in today's financial landscape.
Meet Your Financial Mentors
You won't find generic curriculum here. Our instructors design each session around their unique expertise and your specific learning needs. They're not just teachers – they're active practitioners who understand the challenges you'll face.
Becket Thornfield
Becket started his career managing budgets for mid-sized manufacturing companies before transitioning to creative industries. He specializes in helping people find hidden money in their existing spending patterns. His approach focuses on small, sustainable changes that compound over time rather than drastic overhauls that rarely stick.
Vesper Caldwell
After spending over two decades as a financial advisor, Vesper brings a wealth of real client stories to her teaching. She's seen every budgeting mistake imaginable and knows how to guide students away from common pitfalls. Her strength lies in making complex financial concepts feel approachable and manageable.
Dorian Blackwater
Dorian bridges the gap between traditional budgeting methods and modern lifestyle demands. He's worked extensively with freelancers, artists, and entrepreneurs who need flexible financial strategies. His sessions often include unconventional techniques that adapt to irregular income and creative career paths.
How Our Experts Actually Teach
Forget about sitting through lengthy presentations. Our instructors believe in hands-on learning where you work with your actual financial situation from day one. Each session builds on practical exercises that you can immediately apply to your own budgeting challenges.
The program runs from September 2025 through March 2026, giving you plenty of time to test strategies and refine your approach with ongoing guidance. By the end, you'll have developed a personalized budgeting system that fits your specific circumstances.
Real Scenarios, Real Solutions
Every lesson starts with actual case studies from our instructors' professional experience. You'll see how different approaches work in various situations and learn to adapt strategies to your unique needs.
Interactive Problem-Solving
Rather than passive learning, you'll work through budgeting challenges in small groups with direct instructor feedback. This collaborative approach helps you learn from both expert guidance and peer insights.
Ongoing Mentorship Support
Your learning doesn't stop when class ends. Each instructor offers monthly check-ins throughout the program to help you adjust your budgeting approach as your financial situation evolves.