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Iowa Lean Consortium @IowaLean

A dynamic, growing, member-driven non-profit dedicated to advancing Lean in all sectors of our economy. A program of CIRAS at Iowa State University @CIRAS_ISU

Joined August 2012
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Strengthen your improvement efforts with Process Mapping Essentials. This hands-on workshop helps participants visualize workflows, identify opportunities, and lead more effective improvement initiatives. 🔗 Learn more and register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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Build a strong foundation in Lean principles with the ILC Lean Certificate Series. This eight-session, in-person program is designed for managers and continuous improvement professionals to reduce waste and improve processes. 🔗 Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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Advance your continuous improvement skills with this instructor-led Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt program. Gain practical tools to improve processes, reduce waste, and lead data-driven improvement efforts. 🔗 Learn more and register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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The Iowa Lean Consortium will be closed January 1 for the New Year’s holiday. Here’s to a new year of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Happy New Year! ILC will reopen on Friday, January 2. #IowaLean
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The Iowa Lean Consortium offices will be closed December 24–26 for the Christmas holiday. We hope you enjoy a meaningful holiday season filled with rest and renewal. ILC will reopen on Monday, December 29. #IowaLean
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The Iowa Lean Consortium will be closed November 26–28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We are grateful for our members, partners, and the continuous-improvement community we serve. Warm wishes for a safe and restorative holiday. ILC will reopen on Monday, December 1. #IowaLean
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Still running orders, inventory, and invoicing in scattered spreadsheets? In this ILC session, see how Airtable and Softr centralize data, cut version conflicts, and create secure dashboards and portals for your team. Register here: ow.ly/1ftM50Xil2U #IowaLean
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Meet Laura Scheffert and Sara Kirk, speakers at the ILC Annual Conference! Their session From Lean Events to Culture Shifts: Building Change Momentum in Iowa Corrections shows how one Lean event can spark lasting cultural change. Register: whova.com/web/r0KPazIGJKqpCD… #IowaLean
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We’re excited to announce Dan Topf as a breakout speaker at the ILC Annual Conference! See It, Do It, Feel It explores how games and simulations accelerate Lean learning and drive real-world results. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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Meet Linden Terpstra, breakout speaker at the ILC Annual Conference! Her session, Lean Meets EHS: An Interactive Workshop on Change & Risk, helps Lean leaders identify and manage risks while improving processes. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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We’re excited to announce Jenna Adams-Valadez as a breakout speaker at the ILC Annual Conference! Using AI to Continue the Philosophy of Employee Empowerment in Lean explores practical AI applications while keeping Lean human-focused. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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Meet Bonnie Slykhuis and Machelle Sabin, breakout speakers at the ILC Annual Conference! Their session, Bringing Lean to the Office, will teach practical ways to streamline office workflows and support success across the business. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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We’re excited to welcome Sinikka Waugh as a breakout speaker at the ILC Annual Conference! The Power of Your Team explores emotional intelligence, team dynamics, and tools to build high-performing teams. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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Meet Katie Labedz, breakout speaker at the ILC Annual Conference! Her session, From Eye Rolls to Enthusiasm: Making Lean Fun Again, will transform how you teach Lean with creative, high-energy learning experiences. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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We’re excited to announce Jeff Dahm as a breakout speaker at the ILC Annual Conference! His session, From Siloed Tools to a Business Transformation, will share how to build a Lean system that drives lasting cultural impact. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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Meet Eric Lussier, breakout speaker at the ILC Annual Conference! His session, The Anatomy of a High-Impact Kaizen: Planning, Execution, and Sustainment, provides tools and practices to ensure kaizen events deliver lasting impact. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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Meet Scott Post, breakout speaker at the ILC Annual Conference! His session, Lean Leadership with Daily Management, will explore how Servant Leadership and Daily Management systems strengthen teams and culture. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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We’re excited to announce Lawrence Shaw as a breakout speaker at the ILC Annual Conference! His session, The Brains Behind the Breakthrough: Neuroscience Meets Process Excellence, will explore how neuroscience drives lasting change. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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Meet Jesse DePriest, breakout speaker at the ILC Annual Conference! His session, Team Alignment is Fragile – How to Keep it Together?, equips leaders with tools to keep teams engaged and performing. Register: events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82… #IowaLean
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Join us for this hands-on workshop to learn proven strategies for enabling change, increasing stakeholder buy-in, and leading with confidence! #IowaLean events.blackthorn.io/en/6g82…
A social media graphic for the Iowa Lean Consortium (ILC) event titled "ILC Leading Through Change." The graphic features a business professional in a suit pointing at a digital interface with glowing blue words: "TEAMWORK," "MEASURE," "IMPROVE," "STRATEGY," and "CHANGE MANAGEMENT." Event details are displayed in a green box, stating that the workshop will be held on April 28, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in Newton. Registration fees are listed as $375 for ILC members and $700 for non-members, with a "Register Now" button for sign-ups. The CIRAS logo is placed in the bottom right corner.

ALT A social media graphic for the Iowa Lean Consortium (ILC) event titled "ILC Leading Through Change." The graphic features a business professional in a suit pointing at a digital interface with glowing blue words: "TEAMWORK," "MEASURE," "IMPROVE," "STRATEGY," and "CHANGE MANAGEMENT." Event details are displayed in a green box, stating that the workshop will be held on April 28, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in Newton. Registration fees are listed as $375 for ILC members and $700 for non-members, with a "Register Now" button for sign-ups. The CIRAS logo is placed in the bottom right corner.
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