There is no charge to members nor to non-members and companies can send as many people as they want (no 5 person limit).  Light snacks will be provided.  The format includes a brief introduction, including information on upcoming EVHPEC events followed by presentations by member company employees of a Lean project they have completed to improve their organization.  This is a great opportunity for novice and expert Lean practitioners alike to see how Lean is being used by local companies to drive improvement, increase competitiveness and influence bottom-line results.

Lean Cafe – Learning and Networking Event

This will be a great opportunity to connect with like-minded Lean companies and business folks.This lean café will showcase Lean projects complete by EV-HPEC members. You’ll have the opportunity to rotate among the round tables.

Fees: Free to all attendees.

Community Partners:

• Lane County Economic Development Department

• Lane Workforce Partnership

• LCC Business Development Center

• Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce

Emerald Valley High Performance Enterprise Consortium (EV-HPEC) is a Lane County learning network increasing business competitiveness by sharing and applying lean principles, practices, and tools.

EV-HPEC supports organizations to:

• Instill learning in the principles of lean and high performance;
• Provide education and training for the implementation of lean methods, lean culture, and workforce development;
• Collaborate in solving common problems for improving lean practices;
• Promote continuous improvement and reduction of waste; and
• Promote the health and sustainability of member businesses.

For additional information about this event or membership in EV-HPEC, contact:

Sarah Delp, Economic Development Program Specialist at the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce

www.evhpec.org | sarahd@eugenechamber.com | 541-242-2359