Continuous Improvement Showcase

Continuous Improvement Showcase

A UC Davis staff event

By Erica Aichwalder

Date and time

Wednesday, June 25 · 8am - 12pm PDT

Location

UC Davis Conference Center

550 Alumni Lane Davis, CA 95616

Agenda

8:00 AM

Doors Open

8:30 AM - 8:45 AM

Welcome Remarks by Provost Mary Croughan

Provost Mary Croughan


Hear from leadership on the vital role continuous improvement plays in driving innovation, efficiency, and excellence across the university.

8:45 AM - 9:15 AM

Lean Panel Discussion

UC Davis Lean Six Sigma Green and Black Belts


Join UC Davis Lean Six Sigma Green and Black Belts as they share best practices, challenges, and strategies for driving meaningful, lasting change. Gain valuable insights from their experiences in co...

9:15 AM - 9:35 AM

The Last Mile Initiative

Jen Carmichael, Director of Logistics, Supply Chain Mgmt


Jen Carmichael, Director of Logistics in Supply Chain Management, shares how Lean frameworks propelled this revenue-generating, sustainability initiative forward. As a 2025 recipient of FOA’s Innovat...

9:35 AM - 9:55 AM

TBA - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Project

TBA - pending confirmation

9:55 AM - 10:30 AM

Networking and Refreshment Break

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Gallery Walk


Join this interactive session to explore Lean and Continuous Improvement projects at UC Davis. Connect with project leads, gain insights from their experiences, and discover innovative approaches to ...

About this event

  • Event lasts 4 hours

Continuous Improvement Showcase

Dedicated to enhancing efficiency, fostering innovation, and improving processes across UC Davis, this engaging half-day event provides a dynamic platform to showcase Lean and Continuous Improvement projects.

Through an interactive Gallery Walk, insightful project presentations, and expert panel discussions, you’ll discover how UC Davis staff are driving meaningful change and operational excellence.

Connect with colleagues, explore real-world success stories, and gain fresh inspiration to apply continuous improvement in your own work. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate progress, exchange ideas, and spark innovation!

Frequently asked questions

Who is this event open to?

The Continuous Improvement Showcase is open to all UC Davis employees. This is an internal UC Davis employee event only; registration must be completed using your ucdavis.edu email address.

Where can I learn more about this event?

Find more information on the event webpage https://adminit.ucdavis.edu/showcase

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