Meet Geraud
Your friendly neghborhood strategic consultant
Geraud Staton is a strategy consultant, business coach, and proud multipotentialite. He has over 12 years of experience, and has had the privilege of guiding hundreds of small businesses and entrepreneurs towards their unique vision of success. He's walked the challenging path of entrepreneurship not once, not twice, but three times - and lived to tell the tale! As a US Air Force veteran, Geraud cares about veterans in business and has had the pleasure of working with many veteran-led businesses.
And though he takes coaching very seriously, Geraud believes that business, like life, should be filled with fun. Whether working through a strategic plan, untangling a business conundrum, or simply sharing stories of his entrepreneurial journey, Geraud strives to infuse a sense of joy and excitement into every interaction.
"My journey hasn't been linear, and that's exactly what makes it exciting. From safeguarding our nation's security in the Air Force to safeguarding our pets as a trainer and pet sitter, to exploring the depths of my creativity as an oil painter, every experience has enriched my perspective and added another tool to my coaching toolkit."
This diverse background brings us to a fascinating question...
What the heck is a mulitpotentialite?
We're glad you asked! A multipotentialite is someone with many interests and creative pursuits. It's a person who doesn't fit neatly into a single box, who thrives on learning, evolving, and adapting. And that's exactly who Geraud is. Whether it's being president of one of the largest Rotary Clubs in North America, or serving on boards such as the Durham Arts Council or the Durham Tech Foundation, Geraud's many interests fuel his passion for entrepreneurship and self sufficiency.
As a multipotentialite, he brings a unique blend of experiences and perspectives to Lumiere Strategies. He can connect dots that others might miss, propose innovative solutions, and guide you towards success, no matter how winding the path may seem. It's this adaptability, this multifaceted understanding of the business world, that will make your journey together not just successful, but also enriching and fun.