Gemba Academy Podcast

Weekly interviews with some of the best leaders, thinkers, and innovators in continuous improvement. Join your host Ron Pereira to learn, be inspired, and get expert advice from our incredible guests!

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Practical Problem Solving: Part Five with Jon Miller

Press the play button above to listen to the episode. If you’re reading this via email or RSS click the image below to listen to the episode. Today’s guest is Jon Miller, GA Partner and accomplished lean consultant. This episode is the fifth installment of…

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Getting the Board on Board with Lean with Jamie Flinchbaugh

Press the play button above to listen to the episode. If you’re reading this via email or RSS click the image below to listen to the episode. Today’s guest is Jamie Flinchbaugh, a return guest who I caught up with at the Summit on Lean…

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Lean and Human Resources with Cheryl Jekiel

Press the play button above to listen to the episode. If you’re reading this via email or RSS click the image below to listen to the episode. Today’s guest is Cheryl Jekiel, who I was lucky enough to interview at the recent Summit on Lean…

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Wiremold’s Lean Journey with Orry Fiume

Press the play button above to listen to the episode. If you’re reading this via email or RSS click the image below to listen to the episode. Today’s guest is Orry Fiume, who I had the pleasure of interviewing at the Summit on Lean Leadership in…

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Leadership in Sustaining a Kaizen Culture with Mike Wroblewski

Press the play button above to listen to the episode. If you’re reading this via email or RSS click the image below to listen to the episode. Today’s guest is Mike Wroblewski, lean consultant and longtime friend of Gemba Academy. This episode is the audio…

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Run Improve Grow with Ray Attiyah

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How Flying Relates to Lean with Steve Kane

Press the play button above to listen to the episode. If you’re reading this via email or RSS click the image below to listen to the episode. Today’s guest is our own Steve Kane. Formerly our Director of Sales and Marketing, Steve is transitioning to…

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How an Engineering Manager Practices Lean with Rob Connelly

Press the play button above to listen to the episode. If you’re reading this via email or RSS click the image below to listen to the episode. This episode features Rob Connelly, an Engineering Manager and fantastic lean thinker over at Specialty Silicone Fabricators in Paso…

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The Gemba Academy Podcast is the premier podcast for all continuous improvement practitioners. Regardless of your prior experience, you will find lessons and insights applicable to both your professional and personal life.

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About Ron Pereira

Ron is an avid lean six sigma practitioner, and master black belt. His passion for improvement led him to help found Gemba Academy, the premium provider of Lean Six Sigma training.

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