About Market It Yourself (M.I.Y) Academy
Courses start March 14th!
For more than five years, The Vision Group Marketing and Consulting has delivered training and professional development to more than 425 entrepreneurs, small business owners, nonprofit leaders, and business professionals. Our programs focus on innovative marketing strategies and emerging technologies designed to help individuals grow their businesses and advance their careers.
The Market It Yourself Academy (M.I.Y. Academy) was created to bridge the gap between available resources and your next client opportunity. Our 12 workshops are intentionally designed to be flexible, strategic, and results-driven, with a strong focus on generating measurable return on investment for your business.
We encourage participants to think boldly and execute with confidence. As the economy continues to evolve, leaders must remain agile and proactive in their approach. M.I.Y. Academy equips you with the tools, insights, and strategies needed to move your business forward.
Our comprehensive workshops and masterclasses are affordable, accessible, and offered both virtually and in person throughout the Kentuckiana region. Stay ahead of the competition and position your business for success in 2026.
Training Courses for the M.I.Y. Academy
March 14th from 11-1pm Social Media + AI Workshop
March 15th from 1-3pm Virtual Social Media + AI Workshop
March 15th from 1-3pm Virtual Social Media + AI Workshop
This popular workshop returns to help business owners turn social media into a true growth tool. Join The Vision Group’s M.I.Y. Academy on March 14, 11 AM–1 PM at Story Louisville for hands-on training in Meta, AI, Google Business, content planning, and networking. $40 for the early bird special and $50 regular price.
March 15th from 1-3pm Virtual Social Media + AI Workshop
March 15th from 1-3pm Virtual Social Media + AI Workshop
March 15th from 1-3pm Virtual Social Media + AI Workshop
This popular workshop returns to help business owners turn social media into a true growth tool. Join The Vision Group’s M.I.Y. Academy on March 15, 1-3 PM at Story Louisville for hands-on training in Meta, AI, Google Business, content planning, and networking. $40 for the early bird special and $50 regular price.
April 11th from 11-1 pm Virtual Paid Ads Training
March 15th from 1-3pm Virtual Social Media + AI Workshop
April 11th from 11-1 pm Virtual Paid Ads Training
Master paid ads that convert. Join our virtual workshop on April 11,
10 AM–12 PM, to learn target audience strategy, build your business avatar, choose the right marketing channels, and implement a results-driven execution plan with confidence. $40 for the early bird special and $50 regular price.
May 23rd from 10-2pm How to build your own website
July 19th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
July 18th from 10-12pm How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
Build your brand from scratch at our How to Build Your Own Website Workshop on May 23, 10 AM–2 PM at BBB Louisville. Learn design basics, booking tools, SEO, and integrations, and leave with real progress. Early bird registration is $99 with lunch included.
July 18th from 10-12pm How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
July 19th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
July 18th from 10-12pm How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
Boost holiday revenue with strategy and automation. Join the July 18, 10-12 PM in-person masterclass at the BBB in Louisville to prepare for Black Friday, build sales campaigns, and use ChatGPT, email, SMS, Google, and Meta tools to reach and retarget customers. $40 for the early bird special and $50 regular price.
July 19th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
July 19th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
July 19th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
Boost holiday revenue with strategy and automation. Join the July 19, 1–3 PM virtually to prepare for Black Friday, build sales campaigns, and use ChatGPT, email, SMS, Google, and Meta tools to reach and retarget customers.$40 for the early bird special and $50 regular price.
August 23rd from 1-3pm Virtual Social Media + AI Workshop
September 5th from 1-3pm How to Run Effective Paid Advertising
August 23rd from 1-3pm Virtual Social Media + AI Workshop
This popular workshop returns to help business owners turn social media into a true growth tool. Join The Vision Group’s M.I.Y. Academy on March 15, 1-3 PM at Story Louisville for hands-on training in Meta, AI, Google Business, content planning, and networking. $40 for the early bird special and $50 regular price.
September 5th from 9:30-12pm The Dropshipping Masterclass
September 5th from 1-3pm How to Run Effective Paid Advertising
August 23rd from 1-3pm Virtual Social Media + AI Workshop
Turn your brand into income at Dropshipping Masterclass 2.0 on Sept 5, 9:30 AM–12 PM at UofL Shelby Campus. Learn passive income strategies, sell online, use Amazon, Etsy, eBay, and Shopify, and build a dropshipping page. Early bird tickets are $100.
September 5th from 1-3pm How to Run Effective Paid Advertising
September 5th from 1-3pm How to Run Effective Paid Advertising
September 5th from 1-3pm How to Run Effective Paid Advertising
Learn to create paid ads that deliver results. Join our workshop on Sept 5, 1–3 PM at the University of Louisville (450 N. Whittington Pkwy). Designed for entrepreneurs ready to replace guesswork with strategy, targeting, and clear execution. $40 for the early bird special and $50 regular price.
September 27th from 9:30-12pm Virtual Dropshipping Masterclass
October 12th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
October 12th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
Turn your brand into income with Dropshipping Masterclass 2.0. Join the virtual training on Sept 27, 9:30 AM–12 PM to learn passive income strategies, sell online, grow visibility, and build a dropshipping page. Early bird tickets are $100.
October 12th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
October 12th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
October 12th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
Boost holiday revenue with strategy and automation. Join the October 12th 1-3 PM virtually to prepare for Black Friday, build sales campaigns, and use ChatGPT, email, SMS, Google, and Meta tools to reach and retarget customers. $40 for the early bird special and $50 regular price.
November 8th from 1-3pm Virtual Email Marketing and SMS Training
October 12th from 1-3pm Virtual How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Masterclass
November 8th from 1-3pm Virtual Email Marketing and SMS Training
Join the virtual Email and SMS Marketing Masterclass on Nov 8, 1–3 PM. Learn to build loyal customers, automate campaigns, plan sales content, and design graphics that increase revenue. Ideal for business owners, nonprofits, and professionals. $40 for the early bird special and $50 regular price.
