EDSR INFORMATION (2)01-10-2011Mehelich, Catherine
From: Enterprise Minnesota <reply@enterpriseminnesota.org>
Sent: Thursday, December 30, 2010 11:10 AM
To: Mehelich, Catherine
Subject: Lean Your Enterprise to Grow Your Business
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Lean Your Enterprise to Grow Your Business
Will your investment in Lean become your competitive advantage?
Date: January 19, 2011
Time: 8:OOam - 11:OOam
Location: Great River Energy, 17845 Hwy 10, Elk River
Cost: $79 Early Bird (before January 12) or $110 Regular
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Okay, you've used Lean to lower costs and inventory, improve quality and shorten
delivery times. But are you using it to grow your business? Come hear how
company leaders have incorporated their Lean results into a strategic, enterprise-
wide competitive advantage.
Speakers:
Heidi Boyum, President, Jarraff Industries
Jarraff Industries manufactures mechanical tree trimmers and brush pullers for clearing land and
maintaining utility right-of-ways. The St. Peter-based company began a Lean journey several years
ago and has experienced significant improvements in efficiency and new products.
Steve Saggau, President, Door Engineering and anufacturinq
For more than 40 years, Mankato-based Door Engineering and Manufacturing has created
industrial, commercial, fire rated, aviation, and specialty door solutions. Through Lean methods, the
company lowered costs and pursued new product development.
Fred Urch, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Lifeworks Services
Lifeworks consults with employers to identify their specific production and business needs, matches
personnel who are right for the job, and then follow up with on-site support. By leveraging Lean in
administrative areas, Lifeworks experienced quicker turnaround times and aleg-up on competition.
Moderator:
Debra Bly, Business Growth Consultant, Enter rise Minnesota
Deb Bly works with manufacturers throughout the state to identify and implement marketing
strategies to grow business. She has more than 20 years of experience in identifying new
opportunities to grow revenue through new products and markets with in-depth analysis and
interpretation of market segments.
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612.455.4239.
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