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Lean Journeys 4th Edition: Global Stories

Meet our speakers

Christiana Katsoulos Manager, Finance Process Optimization
Christiana Katsoulos Manager, Finance Process Optimization

Christiana is a finance and operations professional with a diverse background spanning aerospace manufacturing and renewable energy sectors. Her experience includes managing complex projects and fostering a culture of continuous improvement following Lean initiatives. She will share insights from her journey in applying Lean principles to optimize financial and operational processes. Don’t miss the chance to hear from someone with hands-on experience in multiple fields, including the corporate world!

Kurt Wheeler Director of Continuous Improvement
Kurt Wheeler Director of Continuous Improvement

Kurt is a dynamic, people-centric leader with extensive experience applying Lean concepts across industries including technology, manufacturing, financial services, and consumer products. Throughout his impressive career, he has worked with various organizations, developing deep engagement and achieving exceptional levels of performance and productivity. His work reflects how Lean can lead to not just efficiency, but meaningful transformation within any business. Kurt brings a unique, experience-driven view of Lean and his perspective just might make you rethink what continuous improvement really means.

Timothy Ruybal Lead Program Manager
Timothy Ruybal Lead Program Manager

Timothy has a strong background in logistics and operations, and he is passionate about optimizing operations and making processes run more smoothly. At Lumen Technologies, Timothy focuses on leading projects that apply Lean principles to improve workflows and performance. He’s all about fostering a culture of continuous improvement and helping teams work smarter. If you’re looking for fresh insights on Lean that go beyond the basics, Timothy’s perspective could give you new ideas on how to rethink operations.

What can you expect to see?

  • Challenges and opportunities

  • Employee Engagement and Leadership

  • Building a Continuous Improvement Culture

  • The Future Lean and AI Integration

  • Sustainability and lean

  • Remote work and lean

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