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Testimonials

“The Problem Solving program, from Transformance Advisors, helped me better understand the role of a coach, and what I can do to help a problem solver progress from defining the problem through implementation and sustainability.”

Don Knowles, General Manager
Lexmark International

“Quinlan Executive Education has appreciated the opportunity to partner with the Transformance Advisors team in the design and delivery of a extremely successful supply chain management program for one of our key corporate clients.”

Catherine Jones, Director of Executive Education
Loyola University Chicago

“With the help from Transformance Advisors, we far exceeded our goal of 500% ROI. We realized significant cost savings and implemented the changes in a very short 3 months.”

Lorenzo Gonzalez, HMM Manager
Fresca Foods

“The Lean Transformation program, from Transformance Advisors, will change the way you work and the way you think. It will help you transform your company.”

Trevor Zylstra, Chief Operating Officer
SparkFun Electronics

“The Lean Transformation program, from Transformance Advisors, provided an entirely new perspective on my career. I discovered ways to improve myself, those I work with, and the processes at my company.”

Annaliesa Garner, Project Manager
Cabela’s

“The Lean training program, from Transformance Advisors, provided me the knowledge to drive worldwide projects for my company. I strongly recommend this program to those who are willing to change and be winners.”

Francesco Velluto, Vice President
Vestas Nacelles Factory, Taranto Italy

“We are just beginning our Lean journey and the program, from Transformance Advisors, is exactly what our company needed to launch this strategic initiative.”

Curtis Baker, Operations Manager
Mount Sopris Instruments

“The Lean Transformation program, from Transformance Advisors, provides an incredible ROI. I was amazed at how quickly the new skills impacted efficiency and bottom line results.”

Marshall Bowen, Process Improvement Manager
Cabela's

“The team from Transformance Advisors brings great insight, perspectives, and thought leadership to our advisory board for the Supply Chain and Sustainability Center.”

John A. Caltagirone, Founding Director, Loyola Business Leadership Hub
Loyola University Chicago - Supply Chain and Sustainability Center

“The team at Transformance Advisors has put together a great Lean Transformation program.”

Chris Stone, Project Manager
Rocky Mountain Trade Adjustment Assistance Center

“Transformance Advisors has one of the best Lean Transformation programs on the market today. It’s a must do for any company serious about their improvement transformation.”

Jeff Roach, Operations Manager
Wagner Industrial Solutions

“The Lean Transformation program, from Transformance Advisors, will make a huge impact for the better on the quality of your work. It will help you transform your company.”

Trevor Zylstra, Chief Operating Officer
SparkFun Electronics

“Transformance Advisors has an excellent Lean Transformation program. They provide an excellent roadmap to implement Lean and avoid the traps so common when making change in any organization.”

Kevin Oliver, Vice President and General Manager
Springs Fabrication - Advanced Technology Group

“As a result of the improvement methodologies taught to us by Mike Loughrin, our team has developed skills allowing them to become more proactive with suppliers, customers, internal employees, and management. This has produced a dramatic improvement in operational efficiency and cost control.”

George R. Hulbert, CFO
Talley

“Anyone who is working on a Lean Transformation for their organization should leverage the program from Transformance Advisors.”

Bruce Gibson, Operations Supervisor
Woodward

“In order to start developing an effective problem solving capability, Transformance Advisors trained our leadership team on how to coach problem solvers. We can now cascade this critical aspect of problem solving throughout our organization.”

Jodi Lynn Walsh, Development Strategy and Lean Deployment
Lexmark International

“Going through the coaching program, from Transformance Advisors, has helped me understand why my past coaching efforts were not as effective as I would have liked. I will adopt the approach I learned in the sessions, and I am sure my next coaching efforts will be more successful.”

Don Knowles, General Manager
Lexmark International

“The Supply Chain and Sustainability Center of Loyola University Chicago is pleased to partner with Mike Loughrin and the team from Transformance Advisors. Their expertise in Lean Transformations brings great insight, perspectives, and thought leadership to our advisory board.”

John A. Caltagirone, Founding Director, Loyola Business Leadership Hub
Loyola University Chicago - Supply Chain and Sustainability Center

“After a couple of months, the return on our training investment, with Transformance Advisors, has been realized multiple times over.”

Marshall Bowen, Process Improvement Manager
Cabela's

“The Transformance Advisors team designed and delivered a customized supply chain management program for one of our corporate clients. Their deep industry expertise led to learning experiences which were relevant, practical, and actionable.”

Catherine Jones, Director of Executive Education
Loyola University Chicago

“The team from Transformance Advisors could not have been more flexible and adaptable in helping us deliver a customized supply chain management program for one of our corporate clients.”

Kristi Hodges, Associate Director of Executive Education
Loyola University Chicago

“I’ve been doing Lean work in one form or another for almost 10 years. During the Lean certification program, I discovered refined approaches and new viewpoints around every corner. I highly recommend this program.”

Shane Coffey, Manufacturing Engineer
MKS Instruments

“The Supply Chain Management program, from Loyola University Chicago, in collaboration with Transformance Advisors, opened our eyes to relevant industry best practices. We shared this knowledge with our S&OP stakeholders and made exciting improvements to our process.”

Jessie Luchsinger, Director of Sales and Operations Planning
Constellation Brands

“The Lean training program, from Transformance Advisors, provides a comprehensive set of tools and techniques which will help you improve the performance of any organization.”

Bruce Gibson, Operations Supervisor
Woodward

“The Lean training program, from Transformance Advisors, has an excellent balance of theory and practice. The instructors go the extra mile to help students achieve their projects and goals.”

Andre Geertsema, Software Engineer
Lexmark International

“The Lean training program, from Transformance Advisors, far exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend the course to anyone who is serious about eliminating waste and driving organizational change.”

Brent Sagehorn, Issue Resolution Manager
Cabela’s CLUB

“The Lean Transformation course ties practical education and hands-on experience together so it becomes impossible not to leave feeling armed to drive meaningful change into whatever organization you are in.”

Mike King, CEO
Pactiv Evergreen Inc.

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“The Lean and Six Sigma Alumni Event was an excellent opportunity to get refreshed and re-energized on lean principles. I was able to network and brainstorm with like-minded professionals about struggles and successes we were having in our various organizations.”

Brandan Greeley, Surgical Device Specialist
Medtronic

“One highlight of the Lean and Six Sigma Alumni Event was hearing a member talk about the Lean Transformation Lexmark is going through. It is an inspirational story!”

Brandan Greeley, Surgical Device Specialist
Medtronic

“Thanks to Transformance Advisors for hosting the Lean and Six Sigma Alumni Event. It was one of the best networking and informational events I’ve ever attended! Great sources, subject matter experts, and fantastic discussions.”

Marshall Bowen, Process Improvement Manager
Cabela's

“At the Alumni Event, I enjoyed meeting other leaders and learning about their successes and challenges in building sustainable organizations. There was a great mix of companies, both in terms of size and industry. I came away with a lot of great ideas for my company.”

Thom Mandl, General Manager
American Appliance

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“I highly recommend the Six Sigma class to everyone. I have gained a huge wealth of knowledge which I can use immediately and in the future.”

Toni Martinez, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“The best thing, about this class, is the hands-on experience and the direct feedback from the professor for each and every assignment. Excellent class!”

Carrie Fry, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course provided me with knowledge and tools to do process improvements. Clarity in class materials, clear instructions in the assignments, and lots of hands-on work. It was a great learning experience.”

Devathosh Madathil, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This is a wonderful class with a great instructor! This has been one of my favorite classes in the program! The class is instantly applicable in real world situations. LSUS needs more classes like this one.”

Darnell Brewington, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“The Certified Six Sigma Green Belt course uses an exceptionally effective approach, leveraging an excellent learning management system, which delivers everything you need.”

Steve Smith, Vice President
Toward Zero

“The online Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Course, from Transformance Advisors, significantly deepened my understanding of the fundamental concepts and tools and also introduced me to new ideas and techniques.”

Thom Mandl, General Manager
American Appliance

“I really love the way the course is laid out. It is very organized and easy to follow.”

Deborah Jones, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“I am amazed at how much I’ve learned. Thank you for the valuable knowledge and guidance!”

Debbie Gallagher, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“The Certified Lean Practitioner program uses an exceptionally effective approach leveraging classroom instruction, hands-on application with your own improvement project, and an incredible online learning management system.”

Steve Smith, President
TCO Partners, Inc.

“Phenomenal class which challenges you to apply principles learned throughout your MBA program experience.”

Daniel Botero, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course is worth its weight in gold. The most impactful course I’ve taken within the program.”

Brittany Starks, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“I highly recommend this course for people who want to learn how to create sustainable organizations by embracing lean principles.”

Claudia Hamel-Mendoza, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This class is your ticket to equip you with helping your organization explore and capitalize on the #1 process improvement program in the world!”

Johnny Prioleau, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“If you want to learn how to run a business, or any organized project, without wasting time, materials, or efforts, you need to take this class. The material taught in this class can be immediately applied in any job and in any role.”

Charmaine Idlett, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“The Certified Lean Practitioner program is an exceptional opportunity to learn and use the most powerful lean tools to reduce the wasted time destroying your effectiveness.”

Jeff Roach, Operations Manager
Wagner Industrial Solutions

“The group simulation is awesome. I cannot say enough great things about this course!”

Louis Vincent, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This class about Lean Transformation is presented in a true lean fashion – only value add material and the ability to practice new skills using a simulated lean project.”

Tommy Weatherly, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“A challenging, fun, and rewarding course with a great mixture of education and training.”

Yin Lam, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This is, by far, the best class I’ve taken in the LSUS MBA program.”

William Armstrong, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“The class provided me a new perspective on lean and a path forward toward improving my organization.”

Donald Wiggins, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“Taking this class was one of the best choices I have made as a student at LSUS.”

James Blankenship, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course meets the full context of exploration – a journey, not for the faint of heart, or for those not ready to commit to truly understanding what it takes for a lean transformation.”

Ronald Simon, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“I not only gained knowledge; I gained the experience of putting that knowledge to work.”

Stacy Bond, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course is life altering; it will help you academically and in your professional life.”

Denisha Maxey, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course opened my eyes to how a lean transformation really works and the correct path to take.”

Lisa D'Angelo, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course provided a rock-solid lean foundation in both knowledge and hands-on practice.”

Kyle Morr, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“I can say without a doubt that the Lean Transformation course is one of the best-designed and organized classes I have encountered.”

Stan Whittenberg, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“The Lean Transformation course was incredibly informative. I now have practical knowledge to make improvements in any business setting.”

Stephanie Lewis-Bennett, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“Lean Transformation is the best class I took during my MBA experience.”

Adam Archer, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“The Lean Transformation class is absolutely awesome and will not only teach you how to think critically, but also how to apply those skills in a collaborative group.”

Ashley Gallagher
MBA Student at Louisiana State University Shreveport

“The Lean Transformation class is awesome.”

Luis Trujillo
MBA Student at Louisiana State University Shreveport

“Lean Transformation is filled with new and exciting opportunities. It is also a great opportunity to learn about Lean.”

Nicole Simmons
MBA Student at Louisiana State University Shreveport

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