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Ron Pereira: Lean Thinker & Co-Founder of Gemba Academy
Continuous Improvement
Leadership
Lean
Lean Six Sigma
Lean Manufacturing
Kaizen
Six Sigma
Burnout
Lean Management
Gemba Academy
Coaching
Lean Principles
Change Management
Operational Excellence
Employee Engagement
Artificial Intelligence
Productivity
Toyota Kata
Emotional Intelligence
Toyota Production System

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Most organizations have a strategy. Far fewer can actually execute one. Michael Caito built and sold a food delivery business decades before DoorDash existed, then spent years helping other companies close the gap between where leaders want to go and... more

Most lean practitioners spend their careers trying to change the minds of adults who have been doing things the same way for decades. Ted Pendergrass decided to start earlier. Over 20 years coordinating a career technical education program at a Calif... more

Most organizations measure productivity, absenteeism, and safety incidents without ever asking what all three have in common. Tim Thomas, a former Australian Special Forces soldier turned sleep specialist, argues the answer is sitting in plain sight ... more

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Michael Caito
Guest with experience in strategy execution and operational discipline
MAP/Map Management Systems
Episode: GA 649 | Accountability Starts in the Mirror with Michael Caito
Ted Pendergrass
Retired high school teacher who led Lean initiatives and Lean certification programs for Oil Tech students
Taft Union High School / Oil Tech Academy (California)
Episode: GA 648 | Discovering Lean in High School with Ted Pendergrass
Tim Thomas
Sleep expert and former Special Forces member from Australia
Breathwork in Bed
Episode: GA 647 | Making Sleep a Priority with Tim Thomas
Royden Johnson
Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement professional with Goodyear and Africa-focused experience
Episode: GA 646 | Connect Before You Correct with Royden Johnson and Luc van Merrienboer
Luc van Merrienboer
Specialist in digital transformation in manufacturing, focusing on foundations, systems, and AI integration
Episode: GA 646 | Connect Before You Correct with Royden Johnson and Luc van Merrienboer
Keith Wyche
Leadership veteran and author
Former CEO/Executive at multiple firms; author
Episode: GA 645 | Why Leadership Is Failing with Keith Wyche
Owen Fitzpatrick
Author of Inner Propaganda
Independent author
Episode: GA 644 | Defining Propaganda with Owen Fitzpatrick
Kabrina Ashley
Expert on change and neuroscience; works with leaders on transformation and development
Independent consultant/coach
Episode: GA 643 | Asking Better Questions with Kabrina Ashley
Jonathan David Lewis
Author and president at McKee Wallwork, branding and leadership expert
McKee Wallwork
Episode: GA 642 | The Future of Work with Jonathan David Lewis

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Ron
Host of the Gemba Academy Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 391 ratings
  • GA 577 was so moving

    Thanks both. Ron you and Patrick were sharing at a level that went beyond impactful. Great episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Neil@VT
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A must listen for anyone in the industry

    If you don’t listen to Gemba Academy’s Podcast, you are missing out on knowledge that will help you take your organization to the next level and beyond. Ron’s ability to find and explore incredible perspectives with the guests he invites on will transform you for the better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cjc91793
    United States2 years ago
  • Lots of value

    If you’re in lean or continuous improvement this is for you. If you’re in a leadership position, this is for you. If you’re looking to improve your learning, this is for you….

    Ron’s has a calming and obviously experienced approach to his standardized, compelling, and passionate questioning with his guests that encourages clear and experienced conversations with very valid practical advice.

    Outstanding “go to” podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EXLimey
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent Content/Guests From Diverse Area

    Information shared is usually practical and easy applied. Broad perspectives shared with exposure to a multitude of areas for Continuous Improvement and learning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    acbreitt
    United States2 years ago
  • Great content great guests

    I have worked in the continuous improvement space for 15 years. There are many flavors of CI and how to use it it. The content on Gemba Academy and the content on the podcast hit the mark on what I believe is the best approach. The focus on people and maximizing human potential is refreshing in the AI and digital frenzy we are surrounded by daily. I believe in the scientific method and in human excellence and these guys consistently hit the mark in these areas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RedunkulousD
    United States2 years ago

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Praise for the host's thoughtful questioning and grounding of topics in real-world outcomes.

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GA 649 | Accountability Starts in the Mirror with Michael Caito
Q: What's the difference between strategy and execution, and how should a CEO approach it?
Strategy is the set of market-position choices and go-to-market decisions, while execution is about the ongoing performance management of the goals and activities driving toward those strategic aims. A CEO should own the strategic choices and empower execution through clear ownership, cadence, and accountability.
GA 647 | Making Sleep a Priority with Tim Thomas
Q: Tell us about your background and how it led you to focus on sleep as a performance tool.
Tim describes his military background, how direct recruiting into Special Forces shaped his adaptive approach, and how poor sleep impacted veterans. He then explains turning to sleep-focused solutions and the Breathwork in Bed app to make sleep optimization accessible.
GA 648 | Discovering Lean in High School with Ted Pendergrass
Q: So what do you got?
Ted shares a personal motto and a favorite quote from Bobby Knight, emphasizing the importance of giving one's best effort all the time.
GA 645 | Why Leadership Is Failing with Keith Wyche
Q: What practical actions can leaders take today to reverse the decline in leadership?
Wyche emphasizes rebuilding trust one promise at a time, walking the talk, treating listening as a discipline, asking for feedback on what doesn't add value, and ensuring hiring criteria include character and accountability.
GA 645 | Why Leadership Is Failing with Keith Wyche
Q: Can you share an example from your own career where you got it wrong and then fixed it?
He recounts coaching one-on-ones where he prioritized his own meetings and emails over his team, which signaled they were unimportant; later, he admitted missteps, prioritized listening, and took responsibility for the outcomes, which helped rebuild trust.

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The show centers on practical improvement, leadership, and organizational performance through lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and modern change management. Episodes frequently feature leaders and practitioners sharing real-world lessons on building trust, sustaining culture, and driving continuous improvement—from shop floor transformations to strategic leadership and workforce development. Listeners are likely operating in manufacturing, operations, or corporate CI, seeking actionable frameworks and proven approaches to optimize processes, empower teams, and navigate disruption. A notable strength is the breadth of guests—from frontline operators to C-suite strategists—paired with a host who asks hands-on questions that translate theory int... more

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