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Lean Transformation

A complete package for those crafting a sustainable organization.

lean training

Education

Certified Lean Apprentice
Certified Lean Practitioner
Certified Lean Expert
Certified Lean Master
Project Champions

lean knowledge

Articles

What is Lean?
What is Continuous Improvement?
What is Value Stream Mapping?
What is Standard Work?
Why Do A3 Problem Solving Efforts Fail?

Certified Lean Master is one of the best programs on the market today. The classroom interactions and team-based exercises make the class very enjoyable.”

Jeff Roach, Operations Manager
Wagner Industrial Solutions

“The Certified Lean Master program was an amazing experience. The instructors and the program participants all come with a wide variety of in-depth experiences, which greatly adds to the engagement and accelerates the learning experience.”

Justin Carpenter, Product Line Manager – Hunting Equipment
Cabela's

“Certified Lean Master is an excellent program! It has provided a strong start to our lean implementation. It was well worth the investment.”

Scott Denning, SVP of Operations
StrionAir

“I am very grateful to have attended the Certified Lean Master program in Boulder, Colorado. I have been able to drive local and worldwide projects for my company and have created significant value add as a change leader.”

Francesco Velluto, Vice President
Vestas Nacelles Factory, Taranto Italy

“I appreciated how the instructor, for my Certified Lean Master course, applied the material back to my project. I could see the connection between the material and “my world” to get a better understanding of each concept.”

Rhonda Douglas, Customer Relations Specialist
Cabela's

“As our company sends more employees, the terms used throughout the Certified Lean Master program are being utilized frequently during our discussions. It’s been a fantastic evolution to witness!”

Annaliesa Garner, Project Manager
Cabela’s Inc.

“The Certified Lean Master program is excellent – the business results are real and measurable. We realized significant improvements in just a few short months.”

Jodi Lynn Walsh, Development Strategy and Lean Deployment
Lexmark International

“The Certified Lean Master program is a uniquely transforming experience. It provided me a solid foundation in lean concepts, helped me develop practical skills, and produced quantifiable results for my company.”

David Laverty, Business Owner
Marketplace

“The Certified Lean Master program is a great experience. The instructors, from Transformance Advisors, bring a wealth of knowledge and are very skilled at helping apply lean principles to any organization.”

Jason Hubbard, Master Scheduler
Woodward Inc.

“The Certified Lean Master program provided a systematic approach which helped us look at the larger picture. We removed waste all along the value stream resulting in reduced lead times, lower costs, and improved on-time delivery.”

Kevin Brown, Operations Supervisor
Woodward

“The Certified Lean Master program, offered by Transformance Advisors, is great. The classes were fun and the instructors were engaging, very helpful, true practitioners of lean, and leaders in their areas of expertise.”

Richard Hooks, Manufacturing Supervisor
Lexmark International

“The Certified Lean Master program provided valuable tools to help me round out my consulting skills. I leveraged what I learned in the course to lead kaizen blitz events, which have developed into an important lean initiative for Micro Motion.”

Matt Sanders, Senior Consultant
M Sanders and Associates

“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.

“The Certified Lean Master process created significant value to our primary business process and also provided a set of systematic tools we now use in every facet of our day-to-day operations.”

Steve Smith, Vice President
Toward Zero

“The Certified Lean Master program is by far the most fun and applicable continuing education classes I have ever attended. I learned a lot and truly enjoyed coming to class.”

Erica Easter, VP of Operations
Easter-Owens

“I had a great experience with the Certified Lean Master program. My knowledge of lean was broadened considerably and my confidence level grew substantially.”

Thom Mandl, ‎President
Mount Sopris Instruments

“Our first project, through the Certified Lean Master program, has helped us make a cultural shift and prepare for greatness.”

Mark Johnston, WIA Center Manager
Larimer County Workforce Center

“The Certified Lean Master program gave me more than I had bargained for! The education combined with leading a successful project has increased my knowledge of lean transformations and opened doors to great career opportunities.”

Kristina Bozzer, Sr Production Planner
Woodward

“The Certified Lean Master program has given me the confidence and knowledge which will let us succeed with the implementation of lean practices into our workplace. If you are interested in going lean, then this program is a must for you and your employees.”

Curtis Baker, Plant Operations Manager
Mount Sopris Instruments

“I have applied the tools and methods learned during the Certified Lean Master program to realize immediate financial and process benefits for my company.”

Frann Lubash, Continuous Process Improvement Manager
Cabela's

“The Certified Lean Master program is a worthy investment, with incredible ROI. I was amazed at how quickly the new skills would impact efficiency and bottom line results.”

Marshall Bowen, Process Improvement Manager
Cabela's

“The Certified Lean Master program was a great learning experience which provided invaluable tools to systematically eliminate process waste.”

Lacey Gulbranson, Strategic Portfolio Manager
Cabela's

“Taking the Certified Lean Master program with several of my colleagues prompted us to think critically about our manufacturing operation. The tools we gained through the course will help us drive continuous improvement. Thank you for a great class.”

Will Buckner, Manufacturing Engineer
Lexmark International

“I highly recommend the Certified Lean Expert program to anyone seeking to be a great problem solver. This program will give you a new vocabulary, a new way to think, and a new way to create value.”

Richard Hewitt, Senior Analyst
CenturyLink Consumer Markets

“The Certified Lean Master program embraces the mindset to think differently and continuously improve. It is a must for anyone looking to improve their organization!”

Nicholas G. Zawacki, Process Improvement Manager
Cabela’s CLUB

“The Certified Lean Master program far exceeded my expectations. The course format was highly interactive which led to great discussions on how lean principles can be applied systematically across industries.”

Brent Sagehorn, Issue Resolution Manager
Cabela’s CLUB

“The Certified Lean Master program surpassed my expectations. Not only did I learn a ton of great information about lean process improvement, I was able to apply the concepts in real time and I got to know some spectacular people in the process!”

Lindsey Dykman, Retail Pricing Execution Manager
Cabela's

“The great thing about the Certified Lean Master program is how you learn about tools which can be used from day one. After each class, I felt I had learned tangible skills I could immediately use.”

Matthew Renquist, Process Improvement Analyst
Cabela's

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

Daniel Botero, LSUS MBA Candidate

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

Brittany Starks, LSUS MBA Candidate

“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

“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

“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

“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 Certified Lean Apprentice course uses an exceptionally effective approach, leveraging an excellent learning management system, which delivers everything you need.”

Steve Smith, President
TCO Partners, Inc.

“The online Certified Lean Practitioner course amazed me. It was rich in content and the team experience rocked.”

Tony Heath, Lean Consultant
Optum Care Delivery

“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

“The Certified Lean Apprentice program is an exceptional opportunity to learn the principles, concepts, and terms which everyone needs to know when making a lean transformation.”

Jeff Roach, Operations Manager
Wagner Industrial Solutions


lean certifications

Certifications

Lean Education Standards
Professional Certifications
Certification Maintenance

lean consulting

Coaching

Lean Transformation Program
Coaching Supported Improvement

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

Jeff Roach, Operations Manager
Wagner Systems

“The team at Transformance Advisors has a vast depth of experience and knowledge, not only with lean transformations, but in all facets of business.”

Jeff Roach, Operations Manager
Wagner Industrial Solutions

“Certified Lean Master is one of the best programs I’ve ever been involved in. The course is very well organized and is extremely applicable to all walks of life, whether in the business world or at home in one’s personal life. Well worth it!”

Justin Carpenter, Product Line Manager – Hunting Equipment
Cabela's

“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

“Certified Lean Master is an excellent program! It provided a common language and framework for our team which comes from diverse backgrounds. It was well worth the investment.”

Scott Denning, SVP of Operations
StrionAir

“Mike Loughrin’s leadership of the demand planning project team allowed us to meet our objectives. I highly recommend Mike as a world class consultant able to help organizations with the challenges of improving the performance of their supply chain.”

Kirk Fife, Senior Director of IT
Levi Strauss & Co.

“Mike Loughrin is a true supply chain expert, who consistently delivers innovative solutions. He is a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend him.”

Erin Bunkley, Director of Demand Management
Warner Home Video

“The Certified Lean Master program is a great way to learn and enhance your understanding of lean transformations. It brought me many new insights for integrating various concepts and tools into an effective continuous improvement program.”

Pat Ferren, Director of Operations
Anchor Plastics

“The Certified Lean Master program is a great way to begin working lean into your company. It covers all the principles of lean and provides an opportunity to put these into practice.”

Patrick Looby, Director of Supply Chain
Ice Mobility

“The Certified Lean Master program pulls together the leadership skills, quality training, six sigma, 5S, and visual exposures I have had over the years. It provides one package which shows how they all work together.”

Kent Sorenson, Purchasing Specialist
Wolf Robotics

“I highly recommend the Certified Lean Master program, offered by Transformance Advisors, to any process improvement professional.”

Matthew Renquist, Process Improvement Analyst II
Cabela's

“Attending the Certified Lean Master program and creating the value stream map for one of our product lines has driven significant changes in how we plan, procure parts, and assemble products.”

Kevin Brown, Operations Supervisor
Woodward

“Measuring the cultural transformation through employee surveys is a brilliant aspect of the lean transformation program from Transformance Advisors.”

Jennifer Johnson, Executive Director
Boulder County Independent Business Alliance

“The Certified Lean Master program, offered by Transformance Advisors, is great. My lean project is making a real difference at my company. I recommend this program to anyone who wants to eliminate waste and create better flow at their company.”

Richard Hooks, Manufacturing Supervisor
Lexmark International

“The Certified Lean Master program has given us a fast start with getting lean implemented into our organization. I highly recommend this program for anyone taking their organization on the lean journey.”

Curtis Baker, Plant Operations Manager
Mount Sopris Instruments

“Mike Loughrin worked tirelessly on our behalf and was always available when we had questions or challenges requiring his expert mentoring. He provided a calming and reassuring force through a complex and stressful change process.”

Steve Smith, Vice President
Toward Zero

“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 was an inspirational story!”

Brandan Greeley, Surgical Device Specialist
Medtronic

“The Certified Lean Master program provided a high level of discussion with my peers in the class and created an enjoyable environment where I was able to add many new techniques to my toolbox. I highly recommend the class to any lean practitioner.”

Shane Coffey, Manufacturing Engineer
MKS Instruments

“I very much enjoyed the Certified Lean Master program from Transformance Advisors. They provided a very comfortable atmosphere for learning while the format of the program gave me the opportunity to immediately implement what I was learning.”

Kevin Davigeadono, Service Supply Chain Analyst
Seagate

“Thanks so much for your assistance in making Cartridge King personnel and processes more efficient. Our mission to create work opportunities for persons with disabilities may not always be the most efficient way to compete in the marketplace, your guidance has helped us maximize the capabilities of our people.”

Colin McKenney, President
Cartridge King of Kansas

“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

“Working with Kristina Bozzer and Sasha Stewart, on our first lean improvement project, was a spectacular experience. By following the systematic approach from the Certified Lean Master program, we were able to collaborate with our members to develop a powerful new benefit called “Moxie in Motion.”

Katy Piotrowski, CEO
Career Solutions Group

“The Certified Lean Master course armed me with the tools and the techniques which can be used to improve value and eliminate waste in any business.”

Scott Hopper, Distribution General Manager
HellermannTyton North America

“Using what I learned in the Certified Lean Master course, I was able to lead our supply chain team in creating a sustainable redeployment and recycling program. In just 7 months, we saved nearly $1M and reduced repair costs by 40%.”

Kristina Bozzer, Project Manager
Noble Energy

“I really enjoyed the Certified Lean Master program. The instruction and material was very worthwhile for our company’s lean implementation. The class materials were very practical and business focused.”

Dale Stout, Order Processing Manager
DePuy Synthes

“Since completing the project, I did as part of the Certified Lean Master program, my company has increased revenue by 40%. I have also generated more free time, which is important to my quality of life.”

David Laverty, Business Owner
Marketplace

“The Certified Lean Master program was a very inspirational and energizing learning experience. I enjoyed the opportunity to brainstorm with leaders from many different industries.”

Austin Vogltanz, Scheduling Manager
WP Manufacturing

“During the Certified Lean Master program, the learning was enhanced by going through the steps with my classmates on their own projects. It helped me look at the concepts from other perspectives, not just the business environment I am familiar with.”

Jason Hubbard, Master Scheduler
Woodward

“The Certified Lean Master program, from Transformance Advisors, is phenomenal in a straight-forward, effective, and fun manner.”

Frann Lubash, Continuous Process Improvement Manager
Cabela's

“The Certified Lean Master program is one of the best classroom experiences I have ever had.”

Michael Schleper, Supplier Relationship Manager
Lexmark

“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

“The cross-industry networking helped make the Certified Lean Master program a great experience.”

Lacey Gulbranson, Strategic Portfolio Manager
Cabela's

“The coaching program, from Transformance Advisors, for our leadership team has helped us see and feel how problem solving should work. It has been critical in helping us develop the capability we have been searching for.”

Jodi Lynn Walsh, Development Strategy and Lean Deployment
Lexmark International

“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

“The Certified Lean Master program provided a great opportunity to explore our lean transformation journey. This was invaluable and tied together the material from class to create tools I can use everyday.”

Peter Yaron, Research and Development Manager
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 Certified Lean Master program gave me the tools I needed to make a difference in my workplace. Using the methods and systems I learned, I’m able to make continuous improvements and save my company money!”

Andre Geertsema, Software Engineer
Lexmark International

“I thoroughly enjoyed the Certified Lean Master program and experience. I have recommended it to numerous co-workers!”

Annaliesa Garner, Project Manager
Cabela’s

“The Certified Lean Master program offered a variety of experiences and knowledge to enrich my capabilities. Coming from a financial background, I was impressed with the ability to implement traditional improvement ideologies into the financial services industry.”

Nicholas G. Zawacki, Process Improvement Manager
Cabela’s CLUB

“This course has opened my eyes to see what can be accomplished within an organization to create better processes and become more profitable.”

Robert Sylvester, LSUS MBA Candidate

“I truly appreciated this course. It is thought provoking and engaging. You leave prepared with the tools to help you and your organization succeed.”

Lisa Stelter, LSUS MBA Candidate

“This course encourages each participant to get engaged and think through the issue at hand in order to create a viable solution.”

Eric Pettell, LSUS MBA Candidate

“After taking this class, you will be able to take these concepts back to your place of work and convince your management why lean is the way to go!” – Kelly Allen

Kelly Allen, LSUS MBA Candidate

“If you desire a class to elevate your lean transformation knowledge and give you the tools to become a Certified Lean Practitioner, then don’t delay!”

Johnny Prioleau, LSUS MBA Candidate

“From simulation exercises to group projects with many facets, this class prepares you to be an effective team player and lean practitioner.”

Britany Williard, LSUS MBA Candidate

“This is a course which will benefit you immediately! You can take the things you learn one day, and bring them to work the next, to improve the performance of your team and impress your boss.”

Kurt Hamm, LSUS MBA Candidate

“The Lean Transformation course provides a learning experience with real-world applications. As you progress through each week, you are able to immediately transfer the knowledge and skills to your workplace.”

Kim Beisser-Grady, LSUS MBA Candidate

“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, ‎President
Pelsue

“Transformance Advisor’s Certified Lean Practitioner course puts you in the driver’s seat to manage a project and will jump-start the knowledge from concepts to real-life application.”

Ryan Stewart, Continuous Improvement Manager
Hirsh Precision Products

“And then one day, we all got a short training class and started doing A3 forms. It was a disaster!”

Victim of Drive-by Training

“This was one of the most rewarding classes in the LSUS MBA program. The simulation and team collaboration proved to be very rewarding.”

Charles Jackson, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This class will definitely expand your knowledge of lean and how to apply it in your workplace.”

Cassandra Wade, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“The course included a perfect blend of education and realistic training in the form of a team project and practical solo assignments.”

Melanie Abongwa, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“Great opportunity to go from a charlatan to a lean machine! This course provides the tools for success.”

Jake Desilets, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This has been one of the more informative classes I have taken while pursuing two Master’s Degrees at LSU Shreveport.”

James Blankenship, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSU Shreport

“This course is a terrific experience in lean principle application and teamwork.”

Stacy Bond, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“With over 30 years in manufacturing, I found this to be one of the best lean classes available.”

Dudley Lightsey, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA

“This course can change your life for the better.”

Douglas Strachan, LSUS MBA Candidate
LSUS MBA


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