27May 2021 by Jennifer Ayers
The Bench – June 15th

The Bench – June 15th

Benchmark Request
A new and engaging benchmarking forum for NWHPEC members. To provide increased opportunities for our members to collaborate, share, and learn from each other we are launching a new benchmarking platform:  The Bench.  This will be an open-forum exchange of best practices among members.  We’ll split into self-assigned groups that focus on one of four topics (current topics listed below). If your group wants to dive even deeper and continue the conversation, we can start up a new Special Interest Group for that topic.  The goal is to create a monthly cadence for gathering at The Bench, addressing new topics each time we meet.  You bring the questions and challenges; the group will offer advice and share lessons learned.  Stick to one topic, or switch between them throughout the hour. Bring…
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24May 2021 by Jennifer Ayers
How I Show Up Matters (Personal Responsibility) – June 21st (waitlist open)

How I Show Up Matters (Personal Responsibility) – June 21st (waitlist open)

Classes
Taking responsibility for how we show up and holding ourselves and others accountable in relationships impacts performance, improvement and navigating disruption and change. It’s important to reflect on how we are showing up and how we can make a positive impact on the people (and processes) around us. Arguably some of NWHPEC’s most impactful content, Personal Responsibility serves as a foundational component of both our 3H Leadership and 3H Teamwork series. This stand-alone offering will explore Personal Responsibility strategies to value human needs, create emotional safety and reduce drama (“emotional waste”) through the lens of our own current condition versus someone else’s lens.  This virtual learning series is taught by Kari Penca and is highly engaging and interactive.  Participants will explore how to: Recognize their role in drama or “emotional waste” and the resulting impactDevelop emotional intelligenceOperate from…
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03May 2021 by Jennifer Ayers
What’s the Point? Finding Your Purpose – May 14th

What’s the Point? Finding Your Purpose – May 14th

Webinar
Do you feel like you’re being pulled in multiple directions by everything clamoring for your attention? Are you ready to learn a process for escaping the chaos? Join us in this interactive session to find out how Sam Morgan uses his experience of exploring, refining and discovering his own purpose to help find daily focus. He will share the positive impact this has made in his own life by reflecting on his journey over the past year. In this NWHPEC member-led webinar with a workshop spin, Sam will lead you on a journey of creating a daily practice that involves picturing your purpose, aligning your intention, taking small daily actions, and reflecting on the process. Spend this hour with us learning about the power of purpose and intention, collaborating with…
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12Apr 2021 by Jennifer Ayers
How I Show Up Matters (Personal Responsibility) – May 17th (Class is FULL; new class June 21st)

How I Show Up Matters (Personal Responsibility) – May 17th (Class is FULL; new class June 21st)

Classes
Taking responsibility for how we show up and holding ourselves and others accountable in relationships impacts performance, improvement and navigating disruption and change. It’s important to reflect on how we are showing up and how we can make a positive impact on the people (and processes) around us. Arguably some of NWHPEC’s most impactful content, Personal Responsibility serves as a foundational component of both our 3H Leadership and 3H Teamwork series. This stand-alone offering will explore Personal Responsibility strategies to value human needs, create emotional safety and reduce drama (“emotional waste”) through the lens of our own current condition versus someone else’s lens.  This virtual learning series is taught by Kari Penca and is highly engaging and interactive.  Participants will explore how to: Recognize their role in drama or “emotional…
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31Mar 2021 by Jennifer Ayers
Structured Problem Solving – April 27th (Class is Full) & June 2nd (Class is Full)

Structured Problem Solving – April 27th (Class is Full) & June 2nd (Class is Full)

Classes
Join Mike Orzen as he presents a structured process (Cause Mapping) for identifying problems and determining the most effective ways to eliminate them. We go beyond the basics of PDCA to explore the key skills needed for lasting success in problem-solving. Finally, we’ll cover the common mistakes people make when attempting structured problem-solving. What you will learn: Effective structured problem solvingThe psychological aspect of PDCAA tool that enforces logical reasoning for better problem solvingWhy most people are not really doing PDCA (but they think they are)Common mistakes to avoid What you will do: Immediately be a more effective problem solverAvoid the pitfalls that prevent effective problem solvingBe able to share these techniques with othersMake progress on a problem you bring to the class to work on (Guidance will be sent to…
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25Mar 2021 by Jennifer Ayers
Lean 101: 6-week series – April 21st-May 26th (Class is FULL)

Lean 101: 6-week series – April 21st-May 26th (Class is FULL)

Classes
Lean 101(a virtual learning experience) Join us on a journey to discover the basic elements of lean principles and see the impact they make when you put them into practice. This course consists of six, one-hour classes focused on the foundational elements of lean. During this course, you will learn more about the history/background of lean, why these principles are important to creating a culture of excellence, standard work, 8 wastes, 5S, PDCA, and visual management. Each week will include instruction, discussion, and simulations followed by small project assignments between each class to help you practice the concepts in your own environment.Lean 101 is a beginning-level course that teaches participants the basic concepts of Lean Thinking. It is suitable for participants who work in office or manufacturing environments and includes…
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26Feb 2021 by Jennifer Ayers
Intro to Problem Solving – March 16 (FULL)

Intro to Problem Solving – March 16 (FULL)

Classes
ATI has graciously offered to deliver their Intro to Problem Solving training to NWHPEC members.  This basic/intermediate level course is a fabulous opportunity to understand the different types of problem solving and dive a little deeper into root cause analysis.  Learn how to identify the true root cause of a problem, write an effective problem statement, and test your solutions to confirm the problem has been eliminated.  Title:  Intro to Problem Solving Facilitator:  Kellie Brant, Continuous Improvement Trainer at ATI Metals (Albany, Oregon) Intended Audience: Individuals with basic problem-solving knowledge who have struggled with 5 Why’s. Some basic knowledge of problem solving is preferred. Summary:  Using tangible examples and a group case study, this training will provide an overview of: What problem solving isTypes of problem solvingHow to perform a 5…
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