Intro to Continuous Improvement

WHEN?

Wednesday, November 15, 2017 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM MST
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WHERE?

Adams County Human Services Building - Plum B
11860 N.Pecos St.
Westminster, CO 80234



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QUESTIONS? CONTACT

Ashley Edinger
Youth Initiative of Adams County
17209724154
ashleyedinger@acyi.org

What is Continuous Improvement and how can this process help me improve outcomes on behalf of children and youth in Adams County?

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

This session will provide participants with an overview of the Continuous Improvement process and an introduction to basic tools that are key to the practice.

This workshop is a prerequisite for several advanced Institute Continuous Improvement workshops, such as 'LEANing Into Results Based Work.'

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Cross-sector practitioners and individuals who work with children and youth in Adams Countyand/or are working to improve outcomes on their behalf. Individuals, groups, and organizations interested in learning about continuous improvement.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING WITH ME?

Pen and notepad to take notes with. We will provide light snacks.

FACILITATED BY?

Latife Bulur Kowalski, North America Master Black Belt, Cummins Inc.

Originally from New Jersey, Latife came to Colorado to attend the University of Colorado, Boulder, graduating with her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology & Sociology in 2004.  After graduation, she worked for various companies such as the CU Foundation as the Records Specialist, processing donations and memberships.  In 2008, Latife graduated with her Master’s degree in Statistics from the University of Denver.  Since 2010, Latife has been working for Cummins Inc., currently as the Master Black Belt serving the North America Distribution Business. This role involves the management of the 6 Sigma and Continuous Improvement program for North America.  This includes providing coaching for existing Green and Black Belts as well as training new Belts and Project Managers.  In her free time, Latife enjoys spending time with her family and close friends, especially with her 2 year old, Aria, and her husband, Jeremy.