A Quality Podcast

A Quality Podcast

by John Thacker Jr

Season 2

AQP S02 E20 - People Centered Technological Innovation with Sean Driscoll

We live in a technological world, like it or not. But how we implement tech solutions is a significant factor in operations, company culture, and ultimately business success. In this episode, Sean Driscoll, President of Driscoll organizational Solutions, joins us for a lively discussion on a people-centered approach to acquiring, implementing, and maintaining technology. If you have tech issues or are planning any kind of solutions upgrade, this might be the episode for you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/driscollsolutions/ https://driscollsolutions.com https://www.johnthackerjr.com https://www.zoomopex.com

Applying Systems Thinking to Business with Clinton D. Pope

Clinton Pope is a Quality Chief with the DoD, veteran, and industrial engineer. In this episode, we discuss the challenge of guiding teams and leaders into systems thinking. In this far-ranging discussion we talk about healthcare systems, the problem of credentials in modern CI, and general gaps to technology and communication. Don't miss Clinton's critical insights into how your business can improve by evolving a systems thinking mindset! https://www.linkedin.com/in/clintpope/ https://www.zoomopex.com https://www.johnthackerjr.com

AQP S02 E18 - Liberating Structures with Brian Winningham

Brian Winningham is the owner at Field Driven Lean, and an expert in Lean for construction. Today, he introduces a set of tools known as "Liberating Structures" that can help facilitators, well, facilitate. Don't worry; as you might have guessed, it isn't dry and boring when Brian is involved! Learn about a powerful tool set that you can add to your repertoire today. https://www.linkedin.com/in/fielddrivenlean/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/field-driven-lean/ https://www.liberatingstructures.com https://www.zoomopex.com/

AQP Halloween Special! with Derek Scott

Darth Derek Scott is the Director at Paragon Process Improvements, a consulting firm in northern Scotland. Derek has a long history as a quality professional, and is a senior member of AQS, a fellow at CQI, a fellow at Management and Strategy Institute, and a fellow at Royal Statistical Society. He's also a great fellow! Join us for this Halloween special as we discuss serious topics with a light-hearted flair. http://www.zoomopex.com/ http://www.johnthackerjr.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-scott-11730235/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/paragon-process-improvements-ltd/

AQP S02 E16 - Jennifer Lacy

Jennifer Lacy serves as the Lean Practice Leader to Robins and Morton, a company that specializes in healthcare facility construction. Jennifer has a passion for the people element of Lean, and hosts "5S in Relationships" on LinkedIn Live. Join us as we dive into a deep and broad-ranging discussion of how changes in the workplace dynamic require new and innovative thinking and actions from modern business leaders. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferlacy/ https://www.zoomopex.com https://www.johnthackerjr.com

AQP S02 E15 - Avi Fishman, MBA

Avi Fishman is the Director of Process Improvement at Memorial Healthcare System, and joins us this week to talk about Lean in healthcare. How do the principles ofLean apply to the healthcare industry? Find out in this episode! https://www.linkedin.com/in/avifishman/ https://www.zoomopex.com

AQP S02 E14 - Jason Long

Jason Long is a General Manager in the cold storage supply-chain industry. Jason joins us to discuss "creating a winning work environment", and shares his stories of kaizen in a difficult industry. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in how to affect real change at work! https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-long-16249a15/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/zoom-operational-excellence/ https://www.zoomopex.com

AQP S02 E13 - Kyle Kumpf

Kyle Kumpf is a Lean Process Manager in the banking industry, and he is on the leading edge of translating and implementing Lean principles to the banking sector. Join us for a humorous and insightful journey into the emerging world of lean finance.

AQP S02 E12 - Brian Winningham

Brian Winningham is the owner of Field Driven Lean, a consulting company that specializes in Lean construction. With two decades of experience in construction project management, Brian is well equipped to handle the vagaries of the construction industry. In this episode, Brian discussed "better, easier" - a CI philosophy that allows companies to get great results even when Lean, per se, is off the table. Join us for an episode of fun, learning, and introspection!

AQP S02 E11 - Dr. Lucas Chesla

Dr. Lucas Chesla, LSSMBB, PMP, is a veteran of the United States Marine Corp (hoo-rah!), and the founder and president of ValueAdded616. VA616 has helped companies realize over $300,000,000 in bottom line savings, over 550,000 hours earned back for clients, and over 500 students trained and certified in continuous improvement. VA616 has completed over 200 projects in four distinct industries: education, manufacturing, banking, and DoD, with three enterprise level end-to-end continuous improvement culture transformations. On this episode, Dr. Luke discusses the difference between training and education, and why it should matter to business leaders seeking the benefits of CI.

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