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SUMMARY:Emerging Leaders in Manufacturing Program (ELM)
DESCRIPTION:Year 1 Kick-Off will begin Wednesday and Thursday\nFebruary 11 & 12\, 2026 – 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM\n  \nInvesting in Your Future Leaders\nEvery company has rising stars — but many small and mid-sized manufacturers lack the structure to fully develop their potential. Catalyst Connection’s Emerging Leaders in Manufacturing (ELM) Program provides a proven framework to help top performers grow personally and professionally through mission-critical topics and hands-on learning. \n\nThe Power of Mentorship\nRecognizing your high-potential employees is only the first step. Guiding their growth takes intention. Having supported nearly 100 emerging leaders\, Catalyst Connection has seen how effective mentorship accelerates development and strengthens outcomes. Learn more about how the Mentor’s role drives success in the ELM program below. \n\nHelping Your Stars Shine\nThe 21-month ELM journey begins with a two-day immersive workshop\, February 11–12\, 2026\, where participants identify key growth areas and explore foundational themes in strategy\, leadership\, talent\, and culture. \nThroughout the year\, participants engage in seven interactive sessions\, each focused on applying new insights to their unique organizational challenges. Sessions include expert instruction\, peer collaboration\, real-time coaching\, and—when possible—on-site meetings at participating companies featuring plant tours and best-practice presentations that expand every leader’s perspective. \nClick here for the two-day kick-off agenda \nClick here for year one curriculum \n  \nA Journey of Growth and Impact\nThe ELM program emphasizes deep learning\, self-awareness\, and the real-world application of leadership skills. \nIn Year 1\, participants work closely with their ELM Mentor to create a Personal Leadership Development Plan (PLDP)—a roadmap focused on developing key soft skills\, behaviors\, and practices that accelerate leadership growth. \nIn Year 2\, participants design a Performance Improvement Project\, known as the ELM Legacy Project\, again with active mentor involvement. This capstone project aims to both strengthen individual leadership capabilities and drive a lasting\, positive impact within their organization. Participants receive ongoing coaching to help ensure meaningful results. \nProgram Fees and Benefits\nThe ELM Program is a two-year commitment with an annual fee of $4\,500. This investment includes: \n\nAll group sessions and workshops\nMultiple leadership assessment tools\nDozens of curriculum-based exercises\nOngoing coaching and project support\n\nParticipants also receive a discounted seat at any Catalyst Connection public training throughout the program. \nUpon successful completion\, participants earn a Catalyst Connection Certificate of Achievement\, formally recognizing them as an Emerging Leader in Manufacturing. \n  \nSchedule\n\nKickoff February 11-12\, 2026\nMarch 11\, 2026\nApril 8\, 2026\nMay 19\, 2026\nJune 18\, 2026\nSeptember 17\, 2026\nOctober 22\, 2026\nNovember 12\, 2026\n\n  \nParking\n\nThere are a few outdoor parking options at Mill 19 Hazelwood Green. Street parking is currently available at no cost on a first-come\, first-serve basis. Additionally\, there are two paid lots located across the property from our building. Click here to view the map. \n 
URL:https://www.catalystconnection.org/event/emerging-leaders-in-manufacturing-program-elm/
LOCATION:Mill 19 at Hazelwood Green\, 4501 Lytle Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207
CATEGORIES:People
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SUMMARY:Lean Certification Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:The Lean Certification Series is designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in basic lean principles\, including hands-on experience in the application of those principles. \n\nThe program includes six days of classroom instruction as well as a certification exam\nThe classroom training will be delivered at the rate of one class every other week\nLean Certification is designed to prepare the participants to successfully apply lean principles\, and to play an active role in their organization’s improvement efforts\nCertification is achieved by attending all classroom instruction and satisfactory completion of a written exam.\n\n\nClassroom training includes instruction in the following lean tools:\n\nValue Stream Mapping and A3 Thinking (March 25\, 2026)\n\nThis training guides teams through mapping their processes\, spotting inefficiencies\, and designing practical action plans to cut waste and streamline production flow. \n\nIntro to Principles of Lean Manufacturing (April 8\, 2026)\n\nThis training gives participants a hands-on introduction to proven methods for eliminating waste\, improving flow\, and boosting efficiency in manufacturing operations. \n\nPractical Problem Solving – The 5 Why’s (April 22\, 2026)\n\nLearn how to break down real problems\, find true root causes\, and lock in lasting fixes that cut costs\, boost quality\, and keep improvements sticking. \n\nLean Tool Implementation (May 6\, 2026)\n\nParticipants gain practical know-how to apply core lean tools\, cut waste in product development\, and drive faster\, more profitable operations. \n\nStandard Work and Visual Management (May 20\, 2026)\n\nCombining clear visual controls with consistent standard work\, this training helps teams boost quality\, cut waste\, and keep workflows smooth\, safe\, and easy to manage every day. \n\nContinuous Improvement Practice/Sustaining Improvement Efforts (June 3\, 2026)\n\nEmpowers teams to drive daily\, on-the-floor improvements through rapid problem-solving cycles that align process tweaks with big-picture business goals. \n\nLean Certification Exam (June 17\, 2026)\n\n  \nBenefits of Lean Certification\nParticipants will gain: \n\nHands-on experience with practical applications of lean\, supported by Catalyst Connection’s staff\, insure measurable impacts\nOpportunities to discuss lean concepts in depth and share experiences\nDemonstrated knowledge of lean principles means participants can engage others to generate impacts more quickly\n\n\nWho Should Attend\nLean practitioners\, continuous improvement staff\, team leaders\, manufacturing engineers\, and other personnel responsible for process improvement \n  \n 
URL:https://www.catalystconnection.org/event/lean-certification-boot-camp/
LOCATION:JARI Center\, 160 Jari Drive\, Johnstown\, PA\, 15904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Process
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Keen":MAILTO:dkeen@catalystconnection.org
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