Webinar Archives

31Mar 2026 by Jennifer Ayers

Webinar: From Chaos to Clarity – May 12th

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From Chaos to Clarity, Simplifying process design with 2P In her session on 2P, Process Preparation, Alex Brown (Clemco, CI Manager) brings the kind of grounded energy that turns theory into movement. She shows how teams can shift from reactive firefighting to proactive design by creating clarity before the first bolt is tightened or the first unit is built. 2P blends kaizen, visual thinking, and simulation to reduce risk and drive right-first-time outcomes. Alex breaks it down into a practical, usable structure, from preparation and team selection through simulation and implementation. Real examples. Interactive dialogue. Clear takeaways you can apply immediately to process, layout, or product design. About our presenter: Alex started in crating, building pallets and protecting shipments. She advanced to machine builder and project assembly. She strengthened her…

10Dec 2025 by Jennifer Ayers

Webinar: How North Coast Container Built a Culture of Collaborative Engineering – Jan 29th

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Yokoten in Action: How North Coast Container Built a Culture of Collaborative Engineering Webinar summary: North Coast Container's Engineering Summit is a multi-faceted collaboration initiative which has evolved from just three engineers meeting informally to a comprehensive organizational learning system. In this webinar, you will learn about their unique Engineering Summit approach that combines weekly virtual meetings with quarterly in-person sessions, creating a powerful learning ecosystem for their multi-plant organization. Hear how they leverage Gemba walks, vendor presentations, and Problem Countermeasure Boards (PCMBs) to accelerate problem-solving and drive continuous improvement across all facilities. Join us to explore the remarkable benefits this program brings: An environment of open sharing on ideas and problems, increasing the speed of problem resolution Dramatically shortened learning curves for new engineers Real-time access to decades of…

03Jul 2025 by Jennifer Ayers

Webinar: Joy in the Workplace – Aug 13th

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Overview In today’s fast-paced work environment, achieving a state where work feels as engaging and fulfilling as a hobby is a lofty yet attainable goal. This presentation explores the underlying factors that transform work from a mundane obligation into a source of joy and satisfaction. Central to this transformation is the concept of “flow.” We’ll discuss how the absence of joy is often a signal of underlying waste within processes and systems. Furthermore, we’ll delve into the importance of clear system ownership and thoughtful system design. Effective system design not only supports the elimination of waste but also enhances overall workplace efficiency and employee satisfaction. We will hear about five habits and tools within the Kaas Operating System that help them achieve joy on a daily basis: Kaizen: Literally translated…

03Jul 2025 by Jennifer Ayers

Webinar – Leading Lean: Peer Insights – Sept 30th

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In this member-to-member sharing session, you'll gain valuable insights directly from four leaders who have navigated the ups and downs of how to become a better leader in order to drive cultural transformation. This interactive webinar is designed to foster an open exchange of ideas, strategies, and practical solutions that you can apply. Make the most of this opportunity to enhance your lean journey with insights from those who have walked the path before you. Together, we can achieve more! Leading Lean Building a culture of continuous improvement is recognized as essential for sustained success. Leadership must focus on fostering collaboration, innovation, and psychological safety, encouraging employees at all levels to identify and solve problems. This session goes beyond theory—participants will hear real-world stories of transformation, practical insights into building…

25Feb 2025 by Jennifer Ayers

Webinar: Coherent’s Facilitator Training Program – April 9th

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In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations must continuously refine their processes to remain competitive. At Coherent, we developed the Lean Velocity Kaizen to provide a structured, high-impact approach to problem-solving that accelerates improvements, engages employees, and delivers measurable results. Investing in Lean Velocity Kaizen Training equips employees with the skills and tools needed to drive continuous improvement, increase efficiency, and sustain long-term operational excellence. By training employees in this methodology, we gain a competitive edge through faster problem-solving and optimized workflows. The topics covered: Importance of Lean Velocity Kaizen Facilitator Training Program to Coherent Standardizing Lean Velocity Kaizen Training Program rollout process Key training components Benefits of trained facilitators Presenters: Marco Montalvo, Director Global Lean Transformation, and Bob Daly, VP of Global Lean Transformation. 📅 Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025…

29Jan 2025 by Jennifer Ayers

Why you need a Lean Management System – Feb 18th

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WEBINAR: Join us as Mike Orzen shares the purpose and value of a Lean Management System in your organization, with a follow up panel discussion including Andrea Avila and Andres Alamillo from Smith Gardens. Why an LMS is essential Overview of LMS elements Building an LMS (learning and applying) with an intro to the 1st Element: Purpose Panel discussion with members who are building an LMS Overview of the “Building a Lean Management System” workshop (scheduled Mar 19, Apr 2, and Apr 16; 4 hours blocks) 📅 Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 ⏰ Time: 2pm (PT) 📌 Venue: Online via Zoom NWHPEC Members can register by clicking below Register

25Jan 2025 by Jennifer Ayers

Webinar: Creating a Culture of CI – March 11th

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Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement with Mark Rosenthal March 11 @11am (PT) Image created by Mark Rosenthal The phrase “creating a lean culture” is often used in organizations striving for daily continuous improvement—but what does that actually mean? What would we see in an organization that has truly embraced lean? In this webinar, Mark Rosenthal will challenge us to move beyond vague aspirations with regards to lean and focus on the observable behaviors and interactions that define a lean culture. We often talk about the outcomes of lean, but culture isn’t a static thing—it emerges from the daily habits and patterns of how people work together. People learn what they practice – what are you practicing? For improvement to be truly continuous, everyone needs to be involved. But in…

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