About Lisa and the Prompt Cafe

Hi, I’m Lisa Lightband

I created Lisa’s AI Prompt Café to help busy people discover how AI can make life simpler, work more efficient, and goals more achievable—all in an approachable, bite-sized format (Cafe Style).

My mission is to help 1,000 people like you build confidence with AI. Whether you are unsure where to start or have been dabbling a while, I’ll show you how AI can save you time, unlock new skills, and keep you relevant in today’s evolving workplace.

My Journey So Far

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping individuals and businesses across New Zealand and beyond through hands-on education, innovative solutions, and practical tools. Here are some highlights of my journey:

AI Educator: One of New Zealand’s early pioneers in AI education, I developed and delivered instructor-led courses and professional development workshops tailored to small businesses, nonprofits, and corporate teams.
Co-Founder of AI Biz Hub: I co-founded this Whanganui-based community to help local entrepreneurs explore how AI can transform their operations.
Techweek Speaker: I led 13 successful sessions at Whanganui Tech Week, introducing participants to practical AI applications and strategies.
Challenge Creator: From the 5-Day Write a Book Challenge to the AI Summer School, I’ve designed programs that inspire creativity and growth.
Innovative Problem-Solver: I built a custom prompt generator for AI Biz Hub members to help them juggle diverse business roles, using my programming background and prompt engineering expertise.
Lisa’s Prompts: Through my daily newsletter, I share practical, actionable prompts that help businesses craft effective messages and strategies.

Why I Do What I Do

I believe technology, especially AI, is a great enabler. It breaks down barriers, allowing people to:
Write confidently.

Create stunning visuals.

Develop effective strategies.

Automate repetitive tasks.

And ultimately, focus on what they love.

But for many, AI can feel intimidating or inaccessible. That’s why my mission is to make AI practical, easy to understand, and incredibly useful for everyone—regardless of their technical background. My approach combines education, collaboration, great coffee and a touch of creativity to ensure no one is left behind as the gets great new tech tools.

Let’s Work Together

At Lisa’s AI Prompt Café, I offer flexible learning options designed to fit into your busy schedule. Whether you’ve got 15 minutes for a quick fix, 1-2 hours for a workshop, longer sessions or ongoing regular coffee catch-ups, you’ll leave every session with practical skills and confidence.

Feel free to explore my offerings, including workshops, personalised AI coaching, and resources designed to simplify and help you develop your AI skills.

Get in touch!

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