MANAGING TOWARDS THE FUTURE
THE TOYOTA WAY OF HOSHIN KANRI WORKSHOP
Presented by Sam McPherson, Lean Leadership Academy
From Strategy Tool to the Backbone of the Toyota Lean Management System—The Evolution of Hoshin Kanri
"Immature strategy is the cause of much grief."
— Musashi Miyamoto, Book of Five Rings
Once used exclusively by Toyota for long-term strategic planning, Hoshin Kanri underwent a major transformation in 2006. Under the guidance of the Toyota Institute, it evolved into the foundation of the Toyota Lean Management System. Today, every activity within that system is aligned to and driven by Hoshin Kanri, turning strategy from a static document into a dynamic, actionable framework that connects daily work to long-term excellence.
Stop Just Planning — Start Leading with Purpose
Most leaders don’t fail at creating strategy — they fail at executing it. In fast-moving, complex organizations, alignment breaks down and objectives go off course. That’s where Hoshin Kanri shines.
Join us for a hands-on workshop: Managing on Purpose with Hoshin Kanri
This immersive, simulation-based course will teach you Toyota’s proven approach to strategy deployment — a practical, repeatable system designed to engage every level of your organization and turn plans into performance.
You’ll leave equipped to
✅ Align your teams — from the C-suite to the shop floor — with a clear, proven framework✅ Translate big-picture goals into daily, actionable steps
✅ Overcome common execution pitfalls with practical countermeasures
✅ Drive purpose-driven work and measurable results
✅ Apply lessons directly to your organization
This isn’t theory — it’s Toyota’s Strategic Business Management System, built by leaders, for leaders. You'll walk away with tools you can apply immediately to lead with clarity, alignment, and impact.
Who Should Attend
✅ Company Owners
✅ Board Members
✅ Executives and Senior Leaders (VP, Director levels)
✅ Senior Operational Leaders and their teams
What You Will Take Away
✅ A clear understanding of Toyota’s Strategic Management System
✅A workbook on leading with the Toyota Management System — Hoshin Management Handbook
✅Hands-on practice working on your vision and breakthrough objectives
✅ Planning tools and timetables for use with your team
✅ One-on-one coaching from an experienced Toyota leader
Workshop Fee:
MWCC Members: $3,120 per person (includes 4% credit card processing fee)
– Pay $3,000 if paying by check
Non-Members: $3,588 per person (includes 4% credit card processing fee)
– Pay $3,450 if paying by check
Ready to Lead the Toyota Way?
Spots are limited—join us for this transformative experience and bring back the mindset, skills, and structure to lead your Lean journey with confidence.
Meet Your Instructor
Sam McPherson
Sam McPherson is the President of the Lean Leadership Academy, where he
develops leaders capable of driving successful Lean transformations. He facilitates Toyota Gemba walking tours and conducts workshops on the Toyota Management System. An internationally recognized authority on leadership, leader development, and operational excellence, Sam was trained as a Toyota Scholar at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky from 1993 to 1995. He is a certified trainer through the Toyota Institute and a Shingo Institute Faculty Fellow. Sam continues to support Toyota and its Tier One and Tier Two suppliers as well as alternative suppliers across multiple industries. His career includes leadership roles ranging from plant manager to COO and president. Sam is a retired combat veteran and former U.S. Army Special Forces commander.
About the Lean Leadership Academy
Founded in 2004, the Academy specializes in developing Lean organizational leadership based on Toyota’s management system. Programs are designed to help organizations build Lean leadership pipelines, implement Lean management operating systems, and foster cultures of excellence.
