Parsippany, NJ – An inspirational 2019 Women’s Empowerment Summit will seek to educate participants about the future of work and the tools for maximum engagement and career success.
The Vector International Women Empowerment Summit (VWES) is a one-day professional development conference that seeks to inspire, educate, and connect individual professionals, business leaders, and emerging leaders of all ages and abilities. The summit is to be held on June 20th, 2019, at the Hanover Marriott, Whippany, NJ.
“This event is a unique opportunity for attendees to learn new tools and paradigms that will empower radical change and enable each to realize his/her true potential,” says Beverly Smith, Chief Operating Officer at Vector International. “The objective of each session is to present new knowledge, as well as proven and practical approaches, so that session attendees can get inspiration and ideas for ways to either advance their careers and/or enhance their personal wellbeing.”
The conference deliberations will examine some of the enduring traits of career success, while simultaneously exploring requirements of the work of the future, and the critical role of technology.
“Whether you are a business owner, a seasoned corporate executive, an individual contributor, or if you are at the beginning of your career journey, this summit will help elevate your sense of empowerment,” states Smith. “We are so proud of the messaging of our contributors and are very excited to share their experience and profound knowledge with participants.”
Participants will hear from a wide breadth of inspiring featured speakers, including:
Michele Siekerka, President & CEO, NJBIA
Robin Rotenberg, Vice President, Corporate Communications, Chief Communication Officer, BASF Corporation
Anjali Reddi, Global VP | Data & Analytics Customer Solutions | AI & Machine Learning, Dun & Bradstreet
Jackie Lue Raia, Director of Corporate Outreach & Training, Fairleigh Dickinson University
Dr. Dale Caldwell, Executive Director of the Rothman Institute, Fairleigh Dickinson University
Caterina Bulgarella, PhD, Co-Founder, Be Thread
Jay Weisman, Principal, Legacy Philanthropy Group
Rich Keller, Chief Empowerment Officer, SCORE
Julbert Arbraham, Founder & CEO, AGM
Elizabeth Nader, Founder, The Idea Woman
Patricia Rivers, Head of Organizational Project Management, Alcon R&D
Six Sigma is a proven methodology that consistently delivers positive business results, through the disciplined use of facts, data and statistical analysis. Six Sigma tools and methodologies improve product and service quality by reducing variation while also decreasing the number of product defects. Lean tools and Lean principles are applied to improve process speed and process flow – therefore enabling organizations to conduct business faster, with less cost and with greater efficiency.
Central to Lean and Six Sigma improvement methods is a commitment to delivering customer value. Consequently, the application of these methods has led to dramatic improvement in business performance and bottom line profitability. It is one of the most effective means by which an organization can achieve its strategic and operational goals.
The Value Stream
Lean Six Sigma application continues to deliver breakthrough performance such as:
Top line revenue growth
Reduction in operating costs and improved profitability
Improvement in overall customer satisfaction
Reduction in the cycle time of critical business processes
Increased productivity and efficiency
Major costs avoidanceIncreased capacity and output
Increased product and service quality and reliability
Significant return on investment from Lean and Six Sigma training
Significant career advantage for the trained individualIncreased earning potential for the trained individual
Increased earning potential for the trained individual
Rapid, competitive growth of international corporations and fully globalized industries mean business leaders in all sectors must have lean agile companies with low operating costs, high product quality and an engaged workforce focused on delivering for their customers every day. Success today requires relentless focus on eliminating waste in all work processes to gain efficiency and productivity. It also requires sustained commitment on growing and developing employees with the leadership, change management and problem-solving skills to drive continual improvement and foster innovation.
For these reasons, business leaders are turning more and more to Vector International as a partner to help drive the types of transformative change necessary to survive and prosper in an ever-increasing competitive global market. Vector International specializes in enterprise wide optimization as well as acute problem solving to address issues such as high inventories, fractured supply chains, high product defect rates, long cycle and delivery times, etc. The problems that can cost companies in lost revenue and customer reputation. Selected as Right Management Supplier of Year two years running, Vector International’s team of experts span a broad range of industrial and academic experience. All are highly skilled in methodologies like Lean Six Sigma, Business Strategy, Quality by Design, Project and Change Management.
Business leaders recognize that Vector International’s comprehensive approach examines all core business and organizational work processes. Smart business leaders also recognize the value of an “outside eye” conducting a detailed data driven analysis of their business operations to identify problem areas and develop innovative solutions that save time and money while never compromising on product quality to ensure their customers get the very best that their business can offer. What truly distinguishes Vector International is its focus on getting bottom line results. By utilizing performance metrics they are able to clearly communicate with senior leaders and managers on what needs to improve. Then they work to grow and develop employees by training them with the skills they need to analyze their own work processes and solve problems. In time, this combination of focus on the business and the people leads to transformative change for the business. Many companies may offer theoretical training or even project-based consulting to address issues a business may face, but Vector International’s proven integrated approach that is predicated on a true partnership and practical application of learned skills is unique.
Why is Having Certified Experts in Lean Six Sigma Vital to Your Company’s Success?
For business leaders simply seeking to provide cutting edge training on topics like Lean Six Sigma, Change Management, Project Management, Communication, Leadership Development and Team Facilitation, Vector International’s LeanSix Sigma certification online is available either self-paced or virtual instructor led. Vector International also will partner with you to develop customized training specific to your business. Taking advantage of the full suite of courses will help grow and develop your employees that will not only benefit your business but help them as they progress in their careers. Vector International has trained hundreds of professionals and upon receiving their Lean Six Sigma training online, they can attest to an increased level of engagement and achievement by being more able to make meaningful business impacts for the companies they work for. The tangible benefits may seem obvious on the surface, what is really important to appreciate is that Vector International is not just providing classroom theoretical education but all training is rooted in practical demonstrable comprehension to achieve meaningful business results. There is a plethora of Lean Six Sigma green belt benefits, as completing the training improves your value as an employee and a manager. Learning the theory behind Lean Six Sigma training is just part of the training; being able to take these teachings and apply them in real-world situations is key.
The goal of most business is to improve efficiency and cut costs, but many companies struggle with just getting started. A major mistake companies often make is to try to cut for quick fixes and end up actually decreasing efficiency and productivity. Performing both at the same time is key. By obtaining aLean Six Sigma certification, both managers and employees can learn how to utilize scientifically-based methods and tools that enhance a company’s efficiency, productivity and improve product quality while lowering costs. Lean Six Sigma has a rich history and many leading companies leverage this capability as a core part of their vision and their customers value the commitment to excellence. Both large and small businesses are using its principles to better compete in a rapidly diversified and specialized world of product and service demand.
Can You Afford Product Quality Issues?
It is estimated that over 25% of a company’s resources are spent on product quality. Clearly this is a very high internal cost for most companies and is quite often passed along to their customers. Since successful businesses are those with a large and loyal customer base. Lean Six Sigma offers insights into the process of improving quality and analyzing future trends that may impact quality. Applying this knowledge to create a competent, streamlined system that produces top-quality products and services within a business saves valuable resources such as time, money and consequences of correcting mistakes. By tackling issues in a methodical, rather than a trial-and- error way, Lean Six Sigma relies on a structured data driven approach to define the critical to quality measures important for the customer. By keeping the focus on the customer and delivering high quality product at a competitive price point, companies are better positioned to grow their customer base.
The application of Lean Six Sigma has yielded enhanced profitability and improvement in employees’ performance. Over time, the application of Lean Six Sigma leads to a culture of continual improvement where employees come to work each day seeking ways to do their work better than the day before.
Take charge of your company’s future by contacting Vector International today.
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Vector International, a leading provider of Lean Six Sigma training and deployment, has re-launched its website (https://vector-international.com) with new value-added features to demonstrate its commitment to customer satisfaction. The upgraded site is now mobile compatible and features industry case studies, up-to-date training schedule, blog, testimonials and learning opportunities through journal publications and white papers. Online visitors will experience dramatic improvements in appearance, navigation and enhanced utility, as well as share professional information with others on sites like Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. In the coming months, the company plans to introduce new website blog and webinars to refresh learning and to strengthen tools application.
Vector International is a New Jersey based training and management consulting firm that specializes in the application of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. The team at Vector International is a group of highly experienced professionals best known for their technical expertise in Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodology, business process modeling and optimization, customized on-site Lean Six Sigma implementation, comprehensive training and unparalleled on-going technical support.
Vector International launches a unique partnership
Vector International launches a unique partnership with local businesses in New York and New Jersey to connect its Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt candidates to local business opportunities. The candidates pursue impactful business projects while they seek to gain their professional certification.
The unique partnership between Vector International Lean Six Sigma Green Belt candidates and local firms offers substantial mutual benefits to all parties. The partnership helps experienced professionals, who are in career transition, to explore new opportunities while getting their “foot in the door”. On the other hand, the host companies benefit from the skills, wisdom and experience of a motivated individual.
The participating companies come from a wide cross-section of industries and business sectors including IT, manufacturing, financial services, pharmaceutical and consulting services. A number of the participating firms have expresses interest in retaining the right candidates as they seek to beef up employment in 2015. According to local New Jersey business owner, Carl Fraser, Lean Six Sigma training has given professionals the tools to transition successfully to new careers that set them apart from everyone else in the job market.
Key attributes of the Participants
Talented resource with a wide range of skills and business experiences
Able to “hit the ground running” and can deliver great value from day one
Can bring a fresh and new perspective to the business
Averaged 10 years industry experience.
Project Specification
The project must be a good match for the candidate’s background & experiences
Diverse project type, IT, operations, financial analysis, new product launch, market development, strategy, business development, business process/services development, etc.
Clearly and narrowly defined scope of work sufficient to engage a professional for 10-12 weeks half-full time.
Project results should be measurable – should be able to specify financial impact
Challenging but achievable for an experienced professional in that time frame.
Learning experience and results to add to the candidate’s resume and help them evaluate whether they want to get more involved in the sector.
Best case scenario: the firm hires them full or part time.
Be specific regarding project deliverables
The program is offered exclusively to Vector International Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belts candidates. Firms wishing to participate may contact Vector International offices and complete an application form in order to be considered.
About Vector International
A New Jersey based training and management solutions firm that specializes in the application of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive business performance. The firm partners with organizations to achieve breakthrough improvement in customer satisfaction, growth and profitability across multiple customer segments. As a team of Lean and Six Sigma experts and industry practitioners, Vector International consistently delivers positive and sustainable business results by optimizing critical business processes and instituting change management practices as a key element of its deployment activities.
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