Join us for an in-depth exploration of the forms of waste that can occur in any process across all industries. This hands-on workshop will help participants recognize inefficiencies in physical operations or digital workflows and empower them to return to their organizations with the tools to drive meaningful improvements. Waste identification is a fundamental element of Continuous Improvement (CI) and a critical step in Lean Six Sigma, which focuses on creating more efficient, productive, and quality-driven processes.

Workshop Highlights:

• Learn to identify the eight types of waste in processes (e.g., overproduction, waiting, transportation, excess inventory, etc.).
• Understand how waste can manifest in both physical and digital processes, especially in today’s office environments.
• Equip yourself with strategies to spot inefficiencies and implement solutions to optimize workflow.
• Gain insights into Six Sigma tools that complement waste identification efforts.
• This session is ideal for professionals at any level who are looking to streamline their processes, reduce inefficiencies, and contribute to their organization’s broader Continuous Improvement goals

About the Speaker:

Joe joined HEC in 2024 with over 20 years of experience within Hawaii in Learning and Development, Lean Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement. Joe has experience in retail, hospitality, and, most recently, the airline industry. In his roles, Joe partnered with executive and senior leadership to identify and implement strategy while working with leadership and employees to implement change in both departmental and company-wide initiatives. Joe was responsible for training and certifying leaders in Lean Six Sigma and led Learning and Development and Continuous Improvement teams at the director level in hospitality and aviation. Joe holds a Master of Education in Learning Technology and Instructional Design, a Master Black Belt certification in Lean Six Sigma, and a Change Management Specialist certification.  
At HEC, Joe will deliver Continuous Improvement and Lean Six Sigma training and certification while providing strategic solutions for organizations' process improvement and change management. 

Details:

‼️ Important ETF Registration Changes - If you used ETF before, please read before registering:

Identifying Waste is Employment & Training Fund (ETF) - Approved. If you are interested in applying for the ETF 50% subsidy, please follow these steps before registering:

1. Email HEC at registrars@hecouncil.org to request your special ETF registration code (for the discounted rate) - Required ETF Forms pre-filled by HEC.
2. Use the ETF registration code to register each employee for the course and pay 50% of the course fee to complete the registration.
3. Complete the ETF Forms for each employee attending.
   1. Employer Referral Agreement
   2. Course Registration Agreement
4. Submit the Course Registration Agreement Form to registrars@hecouncil.org, and HEC will complete the Training Vendor portion of Section IV of the form and send the form back to you.
5. Mail, Fax, or email the two completed forms to your local ETF Office by March 24, 2025.

For more information on the ETF application process, please visit our ETF page.

Note: If your ETF is not approved by the State ETF Office before April 8, 2025, you will be required to pay the remaining 50% of the course fee before taking the course.

HEC Members: $90 ($45 with ETF)
Non-Members: $180 ($90 with ETF)

Cancellation and Class Switching Policy 

Cancellations must be made 7 days before the class date to receive a refund.  

No Shows on the day of the workshop cannot be rescheduled or refunded. 

Please register online below. To pay by invoice, contact: registrars@hecouncil.org.