Canada’s high-mix, low-volume (HMLV) manufacturing sector is at a critical inflection point. For the sector to remain domestically and internationally competitive, it must adopt more agile, intelligent, and cost-effective automation strategies. To support this effort, an Automation for Discrete Manufacturers (ADM) Consortium is being formed to address this national need directly.

Join us as we kick off the Embracing Excellence Lean Conference with an evening dedicated to connection, inspiration, and celebration! Our Welcome Reception sets the tone for what promises to be a transformative gathering of changemakers, leaders, and continuous improvement champions from across the sector.

Jordan Friesen will explore how mental well-being can enhance leadership qualities such as empathy, resilience, and communication. Jordan will discuss how maintaining mental health can drive continuous improvement and support a thriving manufacturing environment.

This exclusive evening gathering bring together members of our consortiums for relaxed networking, shared insights, and meaningful dialogue in a casual, welcoming setting. It’s your chance to connect with fellow changemakers, deepen relationships, and unwind with good food, great company, and inspiring conversations — all designed to strengthen our collective impact.

You’ll also gain a deeper understanding of the unique benefits CME consortiums offer — from peer learning and practical benchmarking to ongoing support in your continuous improvement journey.

The Secret to Coaching Like a Champion 

You want to coach your team. You know the theory. Yet, when the pressure’s on and someone walks into your office, you’ve got a split second to decide: Coach—or just give the answer? 

We’ve all been there. Real coaching isn’t about fixing problems yourself.  It’s about building a team that thinks, experiments, and grows on their own.  Let’s be honest—coaching on the treadmill of daily management is hard.  What if there was a way to make coaching our intuitive, go to approach?