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Brian DeVries
About: Brian is a global leader with over 13 years of experience in driving lean strategy and assessments within manufacturing, food processing, and distribution facilities. The industries he has served in his career include agriculture, office furniture, food &...
Dr Amy Chaumeton
About: Amy Chaumeton, MD, FAMIA, is the Vice President and Associate Chief Medical Officer for Legacy Health, a six-hospital health system in Oregon and Washington. She leads various initiatives to improve quality, efficiency, and sustainability across the system,...
The Power of Combining Agile and Lean for Operational Excellence
Can we blend Lean and Agile strategies to drive operational excellence? A local manufacturing firm was struggling with long lead times and bottlenecks in its production process. After introducing Lean business principles throughout the organization, the firm also...
Brian Bolen
About: Brian Bolen is a dedicated servant leader with a strong track record in lean coaching, strategic leadership, and lean Six Sigma expertise. He has excelled in diverse industries, including manufacturing, cosmetics, nutrition, and FDA-regulated environments,...
Lean, Deming, And Quality
What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Patrick Adams, Catherine McDonald, and guest Dennis Sergent discuss the intersection of Lean practices and Deming's principles, delving into the essential lessons Lean practitioners can glean from Deming’s insights. ...
Kata Thinking Done Right
What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Andy Olrich, Patrick Adams, and guest Beth Carrington discuss guiding individuals or teams in achieving desired outcomes through coaching kata. Kata methodologies drive innovation, improve efficiency, and foster a...
Leveraging Lean Principles to Maximize Impact in Non-Profit Organizations
Non-profit organizations strive to make a significant impact with limited resources, often operating on tight budgets where every dollar counts. However, like any other organization, non-profits can face inefficiencies and waste in their operations that drain precious...
Using TWI to Identify and Develop Leaders
What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Catherine McDonald, Andy Olrich, and guest Hugh Alley discuss how crucial it is to identify and develop effective leaders in today's dynamic business environment. Training Within Industry (TWI) offers a systematic...
Driving Efficiency and Improving Services in Local and State Government
While lean thinking originated in the manufacturing sector, this approach has been adopted by a variety of industries beyond manufacturing, including healthcare, construction, education, and government. In the context of local and state government, lean thinking has...
Kick Conflict To The Curb
What You’ll Learn: In this episode, hosts Patrick Adams, Shayne Daughenbaugh, and guest Joyce Weiss discuss coaching leaders in a way that ensures their teams feel heard and respected. Strategies such as staying calm, practicing active listening, and expressing...