Events
Many manufacturing employees are promoted from operators to lead and supervisor positions but are not given / taught the soft skills to succeed. Sometimes the result is not only the loss of a good operator by moving them into the leadership role, but if that employee struggles in their new role it can cause dissatisfaction for that employee and the employees who they are responsible for leading. Ultimately that can lead to employee turnover.
This program will consist of 6 essential classes for new leaders. The course will be delivered in 4 hour increments, every week, January 7th - February 11th, 2026. The topics are listed below with a course description and class dates on the following page.
- New Leader Essentials (January 7th)
- Effective Communication (January 14th)
- Conflict Resolution (January 21st)
- Employee Development (January 28th)
- Time Management (February 4th)
- Change Management (February 11th)
Who Should Attend:
Recently promoted employees who are leading others (new line or cell leads, supervisors, engineers) or anyone aspiring to move into a leadership role in the future.
Time: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (all 6 days)
Cost: $1500 per person (for all 6 sessions)
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When Public Law 119-21 was passed by the senate, (previously referred to in congress as “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act"), it reversed the requirement to amortize U.S.- based R&D expenses, once again allowing companies to immediately expense most domestic research costs. This change creates a valuable opportunity for businesses to reassess their tax strategies and maximize the generous Federal and Arizona tax credits, potentially unlocking substantial refunds.
This webinar delivers a powerful deep dive into the new law and what it means for you. Whether your business is streamlining internal processes, launching innovative products, or just finding ways to make your client’s widgets less expensively, you will discover how to seize and maximize the major tax benefits now on the table.”
BENEFITS:
- Identify the major legislative updates impacting R&D expenses and credits and what they mean for businesses.
- Learn how companies can take advantage of immediate expensing for U.S.-based R&D costs under Section 174A.
- Assess the opportunities created by retroactive expensing and how eligible small business can benefit
- Carry forward for 20 years, carry back for 1 year
- Increase Cash Flow and ROI
QUALIFYING ACTIVITIES
Creation and improvement of product
• Equipment Programing and fixturing
• Conceptualization, testing, validation, prototyping, securing IP
> Creation, improvement, and/or modification of software for sale, service, product, or process. Includes website.
> Creation and improvement of product or process often qualifies:
- Creation or improvement of tools, mold, jigs, fixtures, etc. for product or process
- Manufacturing planning and engineering - Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, etc
Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Cost: No cost - Virtual Event
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Elevate your leadership with our Production Management Training Series - a dynamic, hands-on program crafted to empower managers with the skills to enhance team performance, build accountability, and champion a Lean-focused culture. Participants will gain actionable strategies for problem solving, coaching, budgeting, and operational leadership, leaving ready to create measurable improvements and inspire their teams to achieve excellence. Strengthen leadership, drive operational excellence, and build a culture of continuous improvement through this comprehensive training program.
This program will consist of 6 essential classes and will be delivered in 4 hour increments, every Monday, February 2nd - March 9th, 2026. The topics are listed below. For a course description please download the flyer.
- Session 1: Production Operations Leadership (February 2nd)
- Session 2: Lean Tools for Managers (February 9th)
- Session 3: Creating a Culture of Accountability (February 17th - TUESDAY)
- Session 4: Problem Solving for Managers (February 23rd)
- Session 5: Departmental Budgeting (March 2nd)
- Session 6: Coaching for Performance (March 9th)
Time: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (all 6 days)
Cost: $1500 per person (for all 6 sessions
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THIS EVENT IS LIMITED TO 12 PARTICIPANTS! REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS!
The focus of this 4-hour workshop is to educate/train employees in a short, concentrated manner, on a number of the Basics of Lean Principles. This training will help those participating to see how continuous improvement can be applied through the utilization of Lean concepts throughout the company.
Topics to be covered include:
• Lean Definitions (Lead time, Cycle time, Value Added vs Non-value added)
• The 8 Wastes
• Selected Tools from the House of Lean (i.e. 5S, Standard Work, Visual Control, POUS, Pull, KanBan).
• Two rounds of Hands-on simulation (Legos)
• An example of how to value stream a process and how to begin attacking real problems.
Who Should Attend
Business and manufacturing leaders and anyone who would like to understand the basic Lean concepts and start on the road to Lean Manufacturing. Companies that are interested in reducing their inventory, improving their overall quality, improving their on-time delivery performance, improving their productivity and lowering their manufacturing costs.
Time: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $399.00 per person (includes continental breakfast)
** If you have a group of employees and would like to host this workshop onsite, please contact your advisor for discounted pricing.
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Successful Lean Transformations require leaders that have both a solid comprehension of the lean philosophy, as well as the lean tools. They must understand their function and the role lean leaders play in crafting the culture that ensures lasting change. The Lean Green Belt course will empower company leaders to both support improvement efforts and become advocates for change. The 5-day course is loaded with practical examples, breakout sessions, and hands-on exercises to engage students and practice the concepts learned throughout the class.
Lean Green Belt covers a multitude of lean methodologies and tools including:
• 5S
• Plant Layout
• Lean Deployment
• Training Within Industry
• Mistake Proofing
• Kaizen
• Value Stream Mapping
• TPM
• Cellular Flow
• Pull Systems
• Lean Performance Measures
• Leadership Roles
• Strategic Planning
• Building a Lean Culture
Engaging exercises are included to apply the skills in a structured environment incorporating data collection forms, videos and case studies. A test is administered on day 4 with a panel review on the final day.
Schedule:
Monday & Tuesday March 16 & 17 (days 1 & 2)
Monday, April 13 (day 3)
Monday & Tuesday, June 1 & 2 (days 4 &5)
Times: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 1st 4 days/8:00 am - 12:00 pm last day
Cost: $2500 per person
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