# Lightbridge Consulting

> Lightbridge Consulting is a technology consulting firm in Wesley Chapel, Florida, serving small businesses across the Tampa Bay Area. Founded by Shawn Ferguson, a software engineer with 30+ years of programming experience and 15 years teaching database programming, the company provides website development, custom software, workflow automation, and business consulting services.

## Company Overview

Lightbridge Consulting helps local small business owners, entrepreneurs, and organizations that need practical technology solutions. The company emphasizes a collaborative, educational approach — working alongside clients rather than just delivering code. Every engagement starts with a free, no-obligation technology assessment.

- Website: https://lightbridgeconsulting.co
- Email: info@lightbridgeconsulting.co
- Phone: +1-813-937-9681
- Location: Wesley Chapel, FL (serving Tampa Bay Area)

## Services

### Website Development
Professional small business websites delivered in under a week. Includes a full CMS with block-based content editor, built-in newsletter designer, SEO optimization (meta tags, Open Graph, structured data, automatic sitemaps), event management, photo galleries, unlimited forms, analytics dashboard, and 60 days of post-launch support. Clients can draft, schedule, and publish content without writing code.

- Pricing: $500–$1,999 depending on customization
- Delivery: Less than 1 week
- Live demo available before committing

### Collaborative Software Development
The flagship service. Work side by side with an experienced developer to plan and build custom software, databases, and automations. Three collaboration styles available: intensive pair programming ("vibe coding"), regular check-ins, or milestone-based reviews. Packages range from 10 to 50 hours of collaborative coding.

- Starter: 10 hours collaborative coding, basic documentation, email support
- Standard: 25 hours, database design, priority support, 1-month post-launch support
- Comprehensive: 50 hours, full system architecture, 3-month post-launch support, training sessions

### Express Development
Fast-track custom software for urgent business needs, proof of concepts, or event-driven deadlines. Same quality standards as longer engagements, with daily check-ins throughout.

- Express Essential: Single-function web app, 1-week delivery
- Express Professional: Multi-feature application with auth and integrations, 2-week delivery
- Express Enterprise: Complex business application with workflows, roles, and reporting, 2-week delivery

### Solution Sessions (1-on-1 Virtual Consulting)
Focused, 1-on-1 virtual consulting sessions to diagnose business workflow problems and build custom solutions. Ideal for small businesses with specific operational pain points — receipt management, lead tracking, appointment scheduling, inventory tracking, reporting dashboards, document automation, and more. Sessions are conducted via video call with live screen sharing.

- Single Session: $500 — 3-hour focused session, documentation, 1 week follow-up support
- Solution Sprint: $1,200 — 3 sessions over 2 weeks (diagnose, build, refine), comprehensive documentation, 2 weeks support
- Ongoing Sessions: $800/month — 2 sessions per month, priority scheduling, ongoing email support

### Business Butler (Fractional Technology Advisor)
Ongoing strategic technology consulting on a monthly retainer. An alternative to hiring a full-time technology leader. Can be paired with any development service.

- Business Advisor: Monthly strategy sessions, email support, technology recommendations
- Business Partner: Bi-weekly sessions, priority support, process optimization, quarterly reviews
- Executive Butler: Weekly sessions, direct-line access, custom tool development, implementation management

### Business Boot Camp
A 12-week intensive program for entrepreneurs launching a new business. Covers business strategy, financial planning, technology infrastructure, legal compliance, team structure, and marketing.

- Essential: Weekly group sessions, templates, peer community
- Professional: Weekly individual sessions, custom business plan, technology setup
- Elite: Twice-weekly sessions, complete business plan and financials, full technology implementation, 6 months post-launch support

### Additional Services
- Lead Generation & CRM Tools — implementation and setup with 60 days support
- Workflow Automation & Integration — using platforms like n8n, with 60 days support
- Voice Automation & Scheduling — virtual receptionist setup with ongoing monthly service
- Data Analysis & Reporting — database design, dashboards, with 90 days support

## Pricing Guide

Lightbridge Consulting uses a tiered pricing scale:
- $: $0–$1,499
- $$: $1,500–$4,999
- $$$: $5,000–$9,999
- $$$$: $10,000–$24,999
- $$$$$: $25,000–$49,999
- $$$$$$: $50,000+

All services begin with a free technology assessment — no cost, no obligation.

## Differentiators

- 30+ years of software engineering experience
- 15 years teaching database programming at the university level
- 27 years as an entrepreneur — understands both the technical and business sides
- Collaborative approach: clients learn alongside the development process
- Local to Wesley Chapel and Tampa Bay — available for in-person meetings
- Training included with every service
- Free initial assessment for all services

## Frequently Asked Questions

**What areas does Lightbridge Consulting serve?**
Wesley Chapel, Tampa, and the greater Tampa Bay Area in Florida. In-person meetings are available for local clients.

**How much does a website cost?**
Website development starts at $500 and ranges up to $1,999 depending on customization needs and content volume. Websites are delivered in under a week and include 60 days of support.

**Do I need technical knowledge to work with Lightbridge Consulting?**
No. The collaborative approach is designed for non-technical business owners. Concepts are explained in plain English, and training is included with every service.

**What is a free technology assessment?**
Every engagement starts with a complimentary discovery session where Lightbridge evaluates your current technology, business needs, and goals — with no cost and no obligation to proceed.

**Can I get a live demo before committing to a website?**
Yes. Lightbridge offers a live demo of the website builder and CMS so you can see the tool in action before making a decision.

**What is collaborative software development?**
It is a hands-on process where you work alongside the developer to build your software. You choose your involvement level — from intensive pair programming to periodic milestone reviews.

**How fast can I get custom software built?**
Express Development delivers working software in 1–2 weeks. Collaborative development timelines depend on scope and are estimated during the free assessment.

**What kind of ongoing support is available?**
All services include post-launch support (30–90 days depending on the service). The Business Butler service provides ongoing monthly technology advisory.

## Pages

- Homepage: https://lightbridgeconsulting.co/
- Website Development: https://lightbridgeconsulting.co/pages/website-development.html
- Collaborative Development: https://lightbridgeconsulting.co/pages/collaborative-development.html
- Express Development: https://lightbridgeconsulting.co/pages/express-development.html
- Business Butler: https://lightbridgeconsulting.co/pages/business-butler.html
- Business Boot Camp: https://lightbridgeconsulting.co/pages/business-bootcamp.html
- About: https://lightbridgeconsulting.co/pages/about.html
- Contact: https://lightbridgeconsulting.co/pages/contact.html