Dedicated to coaching, driving, and leading Lean behaviors, principles, and tools in collaboration with Operating Leaders across various business management roles to foster cultural transformation, leading to significant improvements in operational business metrics.Key Responsibilities:Coaching and Development: Emphasis is placed on coaching and developing team members across all organizational levels, highlighting the importance of Lean skills acquisition and practice. The approach extends beyond tools, emphasizing methods and, crucially, behaviors essential for sustained Lean implementation.Leadership Development: Leaders at various levels are coached to enhance daily management practices and problem-solving skills, empowering them to drive sustainable improvements within their respective areas of responsibility.Tiered Daily Management Deployment: Spearheading the deployment of a best-in-class Tiered Daily Management system throughout the Patient Care Systems Integrated Supply Chain ensures alignment with organizational objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.Lean Maturity Enhancement: In partnership with business leaders and Lean resources, the organization's Lean maturity is elevated using the established GEHC Lean maturity model, driving systemic improvements and sustainable change.Cross-Functional Team Facilitation: Leading, facilitating, and coaching cross-functional teams in process and system improvement initiatives fosters collaboration and innovation to drive tangible results.Advanced Lean Method Application: Leveraging advanced Lean methods enhances process stability, increases on-time delivery, reduces lead time, and optimizes cash flow, contributing to overall business performance improvement.The commitment to driving Lean excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement underscores the dedication to advancing organizational performance and delivering value to stakeholders at every level.

Experienced professional passionate about driving impactful change in business and supply chain management through consistent leadership and execution of improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost efficiency.Key responsibilities: Specializes in crafting and implementing transformational roadmaps using Action Plans, ensuring seamless execution and measurable results, while also contributing to the development of robust change management strategies.Proven track record of leading Lean problem-solving sessions, facilitating collaborative efforts to identify root causes, implement effective solutions, and drive defect elimination. Additionally, adept at providing comprehensive briefs to leadership teams to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the improvement process.Motivated by the opportunity to visualize, communicate, and lead the future of business operations, making significant contributions to organizational success and growth.

In the capacity of a Training and Process Lead, the primary point of contact was embodied, representing the face of client relationships. Spearheading the implementation of top-tier training experiences and operational solutions for valued clients was the core responsibility. Consistent delivery of world-class service, ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty, was achieved in this role.Key Responsibilities:Implementation of tailored training experiences and operational solutions, catering to unique client needs.End-to-end project execution management, from initial client consultation to final delivery, ensuring seamless project flow and adherence to timelines.Facilitation of regular client meetings to assess progress, address concerns, and gather feedback, fostering strong client relationships built on trust and transparency.Acting as a liaison between clients and internal teams, effectively communicating client requirements and expectations to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.Delegation of project tasks to Process & Training Associates, providing clear instructions and guidance while overseeing their progress and performance.Maintenance of open lines of communication with both clients and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle, promptly addressing any issues or challenges that arose to ensure smooth project delivery.Implementation of proactive measures to anticipate and mitigate potential risks, ensuring project success and client satisfaction.Dedication to excellence and commitment to fostering strong client partnerships yielded consistent positive outcomes, with exceeding expectations being the norm. The ability to effectively manage projects and nurture client relationships was instrumental in driving success for both clients and the organization.

In the role of Director, Quality Assurance Training/Inspection, a team of 10 Subject-Matter Experts was led, responsible for overseeing maintenance operations across 15 Navy tenant commands spanning the U.S. West Coast, Guam, and Japan. Leveraging a keen understanding of regulatory requirements and industry best practices, comprehensive direction was provided to ensure adherence to stringent Aviation Maintenance standards.Key Responsibilities:Oversight of a team of 10 subject matter experts, managing all aspects of maintenance operations and training oversight for 15 Navy tenant commands.Delivery of executive and departmental leadership briefs, articulating program compliance evaluations with precision and clarity. Utilized exceptional emotional intelligence to effectively communicate progress and results.Identification of enterprise-wide maintenance program and supply chain process deficiencies, offering innovative and sustainable solutions to enhance operational efficiency.Implementation of rigorous inspection protocols to ensure strict compliance with highly regulated Aviation Maintenance standards, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

As the Senior Director, Continuous Improvement, led initiatives with the Boston Consulting Group and Helicopter Sea Combat Wing Pacific to drive organizational change in aviation maintenance. Oversaw multiple locations and thousands of employees, implementing Continuous Improvement measures using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Mentored numerous practitioners and directed broad-scope projects.Key responsibilities: Contributed to the conception, development, and deployment of the Naval Aviation Enterprise’s Organizational Level Aviation Maintenance Reform Master Plan, fostering a cultural shift in maintenance performance.Provided support to the Commodore (CEO) of Helicopter Sea Combat Wing Pacific in executing the Master Plan, identifying improvement opportunities and prioritizing initiatives.Managed 15 organizations and approximately 3,900 employees across various locations, implementing Lean Six Sigma tools to streamline processes, enhance quality, and reduce costs.Utilized methodologies such as Capacity Planning, Standard Work, 5S, Kaizen, and Root Cause Analysis to drive improvements in financial objectives and key performance indicators.Mentored a total of 115 practitioners, including 13 Green Belts and 102 Yellow Belts, through project completion.Directed three broad-scope, multi-function Lean Six Sigma projects to achieve organizational goals.

Played a pivotal role in driving Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives across diverse sectors, positively impacting thousands of personnel. Their contributions have set new standards of excellence within the Navy's CI program.Key Responsibilities:Led the implementation of CI methodologies across multiple departments and organizations' Supply Chains, impacting over 2,000 personnel.Designed and implemented groundbreaking programs and policies that have become the benchmark for the Navy's CI program.Recognized with the prestigious 2016 US Naval Air Forces Continuous Improvement Program of the Year award.Provided coaching and project support to Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Black Belts (BBs) and Green Belts (GBs) through various stages, including project selection, scoping, chartering, planning, and execution cycles.Conducted 13 classes of LSS GB Training, mentoring over 100 GBs in total.Coached 25 LSS BBs and over 45 GBs through project execution, achieving significant project savings ranging from $170K to $500K per project.Mentored 12 future LSS GB instructors, contributing to the development of the next generation of CI leaders.Successfully completed two large-scale Black Belt projects within 18 months, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvements, and rework reduction.

Executed in this pivotal role in Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Manufacturing within a forward-deployed aviation maintenance and production facility and its associated supply chain. Efforts were recognized with the prestigious 2009 US Naval Air Forces Continuous Improvement Program of the Year award. Led initiatives resulting in significant cost savings, increased production efficiency, and the implementation of innovative sustainment programs.Key Responsibilities:Oversaw LSS Manufacturing coaching, training, and deployment across a 200-person team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.Led a team of 32 LSS Green Belts (GBs) in executing 45 Continuous Improvement (CI) events, achieving an annual cost savings of $1.6 million, reutilizing 32 positions, and reducing man-hours by 30%. Additionally, production throughput improved by 42%.Introduced monthly sustainment initiatives and established the "Innovator of the Quarter" rewards program, fostering a culture of ongoing improvement and recognition.Conducted statistical analysis of aircraft accident reports, formulating safety inspection guidelines and instructions to enhance operational safety and compliance.Planned, organized, implemented, and controlled activities in accordance with policy statements, operation orders, and directives, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.Anticipated future requirements and initiated proactive actions to meet organizational needs effectively.Reviewed and evaluated inspection records, quality assurance reports, and flight records to uphold rigorous maintenance standards and procedures.Prepared comprehensive staff studies and reports, developed operating budgets, and monitored expenditures to optimize resource allocation and financial performance.