We look forward to having you join us for our morning "mini-conference" where you will find examples, case studies, and informative discussions about the tools and methods of continuous improvement. Get ready to network with learners and leaders of the local Lean community!
We are continuing to follow recommended guidelines for safe distancing. As a result, this Quarterly Conference will be via Zoom.
MEMBER PRESENTATION
Todd Davis, Sr. Continuous Improvement Manager for the SIS division of Ingredion.
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
Ryan Miller, Principal of Critical Functions
with Special Guests
Douglas Hamilton, CEO of Hamilton Associates
and
John Lettow, President of Vorbeck Materials Corp.
Crisis Management, Business Continuity and Risk Management -
How they fit together and can be made more effective with Lean.
In this fast paced session, Ryan will share the essential elements necessary to navigate crisis and ensure business continuity. With real-life examples from the leaders of Hamilton and Vorbeck, attendees will see how effective risk management helps leaders spend less time worrying and more time achieving their company's objectives.
Ryan is a lean practitioner, MWCC member, and holds certifications in enterprise risk management and business continuity. Much of his practical experience comes from his career managing disaster response and recovery, most recently the 2016 and 2018 Ellicott City flash flood disasters.
AGENDA
9:00 am Program Begins
9:15 am Ingredion Presentation by Todd Davis
10:00 am Networking/Break
10:15 am Presentation by Ryan Miller, Principal, Critical Functions
11:45 am Questions/Networking
Noon Program Ends
PRESENTATIONS:
Ryan Miller, Critical Functions
Critical Functions' website to get the free PDF
The Unthinkable - Who survives disaster and why by Amanda Ripley
Risk Management in Plain English: A Guide for Executives by Norman Marks
Deciding: A guide to even better decision making by Grant Purdy and Roger Estall
McKinsey article on the use of "Plan Ahead Teams" ... an interesting concept to consider
