Innovation + Process Improvement for Remote Work: Uplands Lean Network

I’m Pat East, a husband, father of two, and life-long entrepreneur. I bootstrapped Hanapin Marketing, a digital advertising agency, from $0 to $10 million in annual revenue before it was acquired by our largest UK competitor. Along the way, Hanapin was recognized as an Inc. 5000 company and a Best Place to Work, something I’m especially proud of.After Hanapin, I launched The Mill, transforming it from a coworking space into one of the Midwest’s leading centers for startups and entrepreneurship. I also founded Flywheel Fund, one of the Midwest’s most active early-stage investors, backing high-potential technology startups often overlooked by coastal capital.I’ve recently invested in a couple of SMB funds and am exploring whether acquiring a small business is the right next chapter. At the same time, I’ve given myself permission to take a “gap year” to slow down, mentor founders, pursue personal hobbies, and let new ideas marinate before officially deciding what comes next.

Pat East

Learn how LEAN processes and innovation can benefit remote work! Panel + workshop for hands-on learning.

Dimension Mill

Innovation Week 2023

Join us at The Mill for a week of exciting events celebrating 5 years of supporting innovation and entrepreneurship!  We'll break ground on the new tech center, showcase up and coming startups, and enjoy plenty of good food and great company.

<p>The Uplands Lean Network will hold a panel discussion and small-group workshop on LEAN processes and innovation around remote work. This event is open to the public, including Uplands Lean Network members, LEAN practitioners, and anyone curious about LEAN methods and process improvement. Refreshments will be served!</p>

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