Lean Coffee Chat with Gemba

A 60-minute conversation with local professionals focused on continuous improvement.

Join us for a Lean Coffee Chat hosted by Gemba Academy, an informal, conversation-driven gathering where improvement professionals connect, share challenges, and learn from each other's real experiences.

These 60-minute sessions are designed to bring together people working in operations, leadership, and continuous improvement who want to exchange practical ideas and discuss challenges with peers from other organizations.

The theme for this session is:

Challenges with Leadership Buy-In and Support

Many improvement initiatives struggle when leadership alignment is unclear. During this session, participants will discuss real situations, share what has worked in their organizations, and explore practical approaches to strengthening leadership engagement.

Lean Coffee Chats bring people together for meaningful conversations where participants connect with others, learn from shared experiences, discuss common challenges, seek help with problem-solving, and expand their professional network.

Coffee and light pastries will be provided.

Space is limited to keep the discussion interactive.

Agenda

Arrival and coffee

8:00 – 8:30 AM

Welcome and overview

8:30 – 8:35 AM

Icebreaker activity

8:35 – 8:45 AM

Short presentation

8:45 – 8:55 AM

Open discussion

8:55 – 9:20 AM

Select topic for next Lean Coffee Chat

9:20 – 9:25 AM

Wrap-up and closing remarks

9:25 – 9:30 AM

Who Should Attend

This session is designed for professionals involved in operations improvement and leadership, including:

Continuous Improvement professionals

Operations Managers

Plant Managers

Production Managers

Supervisors and frontline leaders

Participants from manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and office environments are welcome.

About the Facilitator

Alen Ganic

Alen Ganic is a Senior Lean and Six Sigma Coach at Gemba Academy with over 24 years of experience in transforming businesses through the power of team capabilities. Renowned for his exceptional training, coaching, and mentoring skills, Alen has a proven track record of driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Before joining Gemba Academy, Alen held various key positions, including Regional Continuous Improvement Manager, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Inventory and Asset Manager, and Operations Manager.

Alen is passionate about coaching, teaching, and mentoring, dedicated to enhancing the skills of individuals and positively impacting their lives.

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About Gemba Academy

Gemba Academy is a leading provider of continuous improvement training, helping organizations and individuals build a culture rooted in Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence. Since 2009, we’ve supported companies of all sizes, from small businesses to global enterprises, through a flexible mix of online training, expert-led live instruction, coaching, and industry-recognized certifications. With over 2,000 practical videos covering proven methodologies and leadership strategies, our training delivers immediate value by equipping professionals to solve problems, lead effectively, and drive sustainable improvement. To learn more about Gemba Academy’s online content, in-person training events, expert coaching, and certifications, please visit https://www.gembaacademy.com/.

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