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Lean Focus Podcast

Damon Baker
Lean Transformation
GE Aerospace
Spark
Invisalign
Envista
Orthodontics
Magnum Manufacturing
Fuelcell Energy
Moduslink
Employee Engagement
Lean Methodology
Marketing Transformation
Organizational Alignment
Cultural Change
Lean
Flight Deck
Culture
Data-Driven Decision Making
Okrs
Cash Flow

The Lean Focus Podcast brings you inspiring stories of Lean transformation, hosted by Damon Baker, CEO of Lean Focus and renowned "Lean Catalyst." In each episode, Damon sits down with one of the world's top business leaders to recount the true story behind an extraordinary business transformation. Based on an entertaining, storytelling approach, this podcast empowers business leaders at every lev... more

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Latest Episodes

Fluke didn't have a performance problem.

It had a future problem.

In Episode 10 of the Lean Focus Podcast, Damon Baker sits down with Wes Pringle, CEO of Evident Scientific, to unpack how one of the most respected industrial brands in the world m... more

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GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft. At any given time, there are approximately one million* people flying on GE Aerospa... more

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Most companies think Finance reports performance.

The best companies know Finance should drive it.

In this episode of the Lean Focus Podcast, Damon Baker sits down with Mark Dyas, CFO of Lighteum Medical, to discuss what happens when a Lean-think... more

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FuelCell Energy has been a pioneer in clean energy for more than 50 years. But legacy, mission, and breakthrough technology alone don't ensure longevity.

In this episode of the Lean Focus Podcast, Damon Baker sits down with Jason Few, President & C... more

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Recent Guests

Phil Wickler
Executive at GE Aerospace, led Lean Transformation
GE Aerospace
Episode: Inside GE Aerospace's FLIGHT DECK Transformation w/ Phil Wickler, GE Aerospace
Mark Dyas
Lean-thinking CFO
Lighteum Medical
Episode: The Lean CFO: Looking Past the Numbers to Fix the Business w/ Mark Dyas, Lighteum Medical
Jason Few
CEO of FuelCell Energy, led Lean transformation
FuelCell Energy
Episode: Building the System Before the Crisis — How Jason Few Is Reinventing The Way FuelCell Energy Works
John S. Adams
CEO of Magnum Manufacturing
Magnum Manufacturing
Episode: Kind Enough to Care, Curious Enough to Change: Accelerating a Winning Company w/ John Adams of Magnum Manufacturing
Rich Trojan
Chief Human Resources Officer at Holland
Holland
Episode: When HR Leads the Lean Transformation: How Rich Trojan Reinvented Holland's Culture and Cadence
Fawaz Khalil
CEO of ModusLink, responsible for the company's turnaround
ModusLink
Episode: Bringing ModusLink Back From the Brink w/ CEO Fawaz Khalil

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Damon Baker
Host of Lean Focus Podcast; CEO of Lean Focus and recognized Lean Catalyst

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Thinking out of the box

    What differentiates Damon’s work from many other is that not only he keeps everything in a practical framework but he can continuously think out of the box and bring things to your attention that have been there all this time but nobody really count them in. Amazing interviews, very thoughtful hosting.

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    5
    M. Khorshidi
    United States4 months ago
  • Very inspiring!

    This Lean podcasts presents real-world problem solving by seasoned, inspiring leaders; their commitment to continuous improvement is profoundly compelling.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Krambambuli100
    United States8 months ago
  • Practical lessons for business success

    Finally a podcast that shares real-world examples from leaders who have applied Lean and seen their businesses transform.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KevinK#93
    United States8 months ago
  • Practical Real World Insights

    Not the typical academic, theoretical content- real world practical learnings from business leaders

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GE Lean Leader
    United States8 months ago

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Thoughtful hosting and practical frameworks set this apart.
Narratives translate lean concepts into everyday business impact.
Real-world problem solving from seasoned leaders is the highlight.
Guests provide actionable lean and growth insights for execution.

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Kind Enough to Care, Curious Enough to Change: Accelerating a Winning Company w/ John Adams of Magnum Manufacturing
Q: What was the first major step you took to drive incremental improvement after joining Magnum?
We simplified and standardized reporting into a single, concise page that clearly showed key metrics and context, replacing a cumbersome weekly report with minimal time and maximum clarity, which built trust and freed people to focus on meaningful work.
The Lean CFO: Looking Past the Numbers to Fix the Business w/ Mark Dyas, Lighteum Medical
Q: What is the role of culture in a lean finance transformation, and how do you maintain morale while addressing urgent performance needs?
Culture is preserved by prioritizing long-term value creation, being flexible in decision-making, and maintaining clear, compassionate communication about changes. Leaders frame decisions in terms of how they support growth and stability, minimizing negative optics and avoiding blame.
The Lean CFO: Looking Past the Numbers to Fix the Business w/ Mark Dyas, Lighteum Medical
Q: How does Mark describe the shift from reporting to insight—what mental and process changes occur in finance teams?
Finance teams move from simply reporting numbers to actively explaining underlying drivers, engaging with cross-functional partners, and using new KPIs to illuminate contributions and constraints. They become problem-solvers who connect productivity and efficiency to strategic outcomes.
The Lean CFO: Looking Past the Numbers to Fix the Business w/ Mark Dyas, Lighteum Medical
Q: What are the early signs that a leadership team may not have control flight over the organization, and how do you identify them?
Look for a lack of storytelling and visual management, high-level conversations that don't drill into root causes, and a failure to connect variances back to actionable plans. These signs indicate the leadership team isn't effectively translating data into informed decisions and action plans.
Hyper Scaling Under Pressure: Building Spark into a Market Challenger
Q: What were those first 90 days like in trying to expand capacity at hyper speed?
It was a wild time where demand met capacity challenges, requiring quick decisions and close communication with pilot customers.

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Lean-focused business transformation stories featuring top executives who led lean initiatives across manufacturing, services, and growth-stage organizations. Episodes emphasize aligning strategy with operations, improving flow and accountability, and delivering measurable outcomes through practical, real-world Lean applications. Noteworthy aspects include leadership buy-in, cross-functional collaboration, and a storytelling approach that translates Lean concepts into actionable takeaways for listeners aiming to drive change in their own organizations.

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2. Mark Dyas
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4. John S. Adams
5. Rich Trojan
6. Fawaz Khalil

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