MLC Project Committee Charter Vision Every MLC project brings value to partner organizations and MLC volunteers. Mission Develop and offer workshops and coaching sessions that enhance the ability of Michigan enterprises to sustain a continuous improvement mindset Advance the deployment of lean principles in Michigan organizations by providing access to learning opportunities Educate people and create awareness of how lean principles can improve Michigan Develop resource plans to staff projects utilizing the full breadth of the MLC community Team Members Cathy Clark, Rita D'Angelo , Bob Hemrick, Dave Kippen, Debra Levantrosser , Jim Manley, Tom Owczarek, Holly Plaga, Russ Scaffede, Howard Weston, Ruan Varney, Eric Walters Type of Projects Develop and lead workshops & training sessions Mentor and coach Conduct improvement events Note: Our customers are non-profit organizations, government enterprises and for- profit corporations as approved by the Project Committee Other Ideas Partner with universities, educational organizations and professional societies to endorse existing programs and strengthen partnerships 1 1

Possible Project Approach: Menu of Services: MLC Project Committee Competencies in the Lean Approach: Training Facilitation Coaching Strategy Development Leadership Development Project Management Change Management Process Improvement Problem Solving Dashboards Possible Project Approach: Meet with sponsors and finalize the project request description Form the team (both the MLC and Customer resources) Determine if interviews are necessary Determine what training might be needed Plan and conduct an improvement workshop or training as needed Coach and mentor the project leads and sponsors as needed throughout implementation and modifications NOTE: every project is different so there is no ‘1 right approach’ Past and Current Projects: About The MLC: Originated in 2008 Non-profit 501c(6) ~500 members 15+ industries We firmly believe if every MI organization used lean principles, the MI economy would turnaround Volunteer board of directors (annual election) Lt. Governor Brian Calley Governor Rick Snyder Former Governor Jennifer Granholm Detroit Mayor Dave Bing 2