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GA 243 | How to Strive to Thrive with Michael Lombard

By Jessica Bush • November 29, 2018

This week’s guest is Michael Lombard. Michael and Ron discussed Michael’s career thus far, specifically his work in healthcare and his use of kata. An MP3 version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: What Michael has been up to (4:22) Michael’s healthcare journey

GA 242 | How to Leverage Different Lean Experiences with Katie Anderson

By Jessica Bush • November 22, 2018

This week we have another episode from AME San Diego. Our guest is Katie Anderson, who told us all about the AME Consortia program, her Japan Lean Study trips, and more. An MP3 version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: One of Katie’s

GA 241 | How to Make Work More Human with Renée Smith

By Jessica Bush • November 15, 2018

This week we’re continuing our live AME San Diego series with Renée Smith of Results Washington. Ron and Renée both shared some powerful anecdotes and insights into the humanity of lean and its potential to really change lives. An MP3 version of this episode is available for download here. In

GA 240 | How to Leverage Lean Like Barry-Wehmiller with Brian Wellinghoff

By Jessica Bush • November 8, 2018

This week we’re sharing the first of several episodes we recorded live at AME San Diego. For this episode, our guest is Brian Wellinghoff. Ron and Brian discussed Barry-Wehmiller’s lean journey, the lessons Brian has learned, and more. An MP3 version of this episode is available for download here. In

GA 239 | How to Determine Root Causes with Ron Pereira

By Jessica Bush • November 1, 2018

This week’s episode includes a little bit of everything. Ron provided an update on a few exciting things we have in the works, discussed a book he’s loving, and then explored the powerful concept of “5 Why.” An MP3 version of this episode is available for download here. In this

GA 238 | How to Change Your Culture with Toyota Kata with Emiel van Est

By Jessica Bush • October 25, 2018

This week’s guest is Emiel van Est. Ron and Emiel discussed the vital role that culture plays in continuous improvement, and how methodologies like Toyota Kata can help sustain your success. An MP3 version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: One of Emiel’s

GA 237 | How to Incorporate and Leverage Sustainability with Brion Hurley

By Jessica Bush • October 18, 2018

This week’s guest is Brion Hurley. A Lean and Six Sigma consultant with a true passion for sustainability, Brion shared some advice on the “Triple Bottom Line,” going paperless, and more. An MP3 version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: The quote that

GA 236 | How to Develop Strong Effective Leaders with Cheryl Jekiel

By Jessica Bush • October 11, 2018

This week’s guest is Cheryl Jekiel, CEO of the Lean Leadership Center. Based on her background in operations and human resources, Cheryl explained what she believes it takes to develop great lean leaders. An MP3 version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: Cheryl’s

GA 235 | How to Embody the Spirit of Toyota with Jess Orr

By Jessica Bush • October 4, 2018

This week’s guest is former Toyota employee Jess Orr. Jess reflected on her time there by sharing their “10 Attitudes” with us, which really capture the overall spirit of Toyota. An MP3 version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you’ll learn: Jess’s background (2:53) One

GA 234 | How to Apply Lean to Transportation with Gary Vansuch, Michelle Malloy, and Geneva Hooten

By Jessica Bush • September 27, 2018

This week’s guests are Gary Vansuch, Michelle Malloy, and Geneva Hooten of the Colorado Department of Transportation. Together they shared how their Process Improvement program came to be, how it has changed, and some of the challenges they’ve faced. An MP3 version of this episode is available for download here.