Light the Fire of Continuous Improvement
Join us for an engaging fireside chat with Michelle Crute, globally recognized Continuous Improvement Lean Leader, Leanierologist, and founder of Leanbrella. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience across aerospace, automotive, food production, medical devices, and high-tech manufacturing, Michelle will share how lasting Continuous Improvement begins with culture, and what it truly takes to keep the fire burning. Guided by three spark panelists in a dynamic interview format, the conversation will explore real-world lessons, proven Lean strategies, and practical ways change agents and champions can ignite and sustain momentum in their organizations.
Attendees can expect candid insights, actionable takeaways, and a fresh perspective on building cultures that drive measurable results in complex environments. Whether you’re a Continuous Improvement professional, operational leader, or change agent, this session will equip you with the spark as well as the fuel to move your improvement journey forward. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from a trusted advisor who has helped organizations turn turbulence into measurable results.
Learning Objectives
- Learn how to build a culture where continuous improvement thrives
- Discover how to make continuous improvement a sustainable way of life, not just a short term
- Hear from a world class lean leader on how to avoid common pitfalls that derail transformations
Additional Event Information
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Please note: This webinar will be recorded and sent out to all registrants within a few days of the live broadcast.
- Online registration deadline: 16 April 2026
- Event is open to: HBA Members and Non-members
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This event is refundable, requests must be submitted in writing to events@hbanet.org by 13 April 2026
Pricing
| Regular Registration - Virtual | $15.00 / €15.00 | $20.00 / €20.00 |
Members receive up to 50 percent discount
Event Policies
Photography Policy
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COVID-19 Policy
The HBA requires that all persons who participate in in-person events do so at their own risk and that each participant agrees to the following agreement before taking part in the activity and urges all participants to act in such a manner as to protect their own safety and the safety of others.
By registering for this event, I fully understand that my participation in the program is purely voluntary. I desire to participate and agree to act reasonably and prudently under the circumstances. I further understand that any HBA volunteers participating in the activity will act individually and will not represent the HBA. As a condition to my participation the activity, I waive and release the HBA and their officers, employees, and agents from any claim that I may have for any damage to property or injury to my person that may result in whole or in part from my participation.
Special Needs Policy
The HBA will make reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with special needs can enjoy all of its programs. Contact us if you require special accommodations for this event.