BETTY ZISKOVSKY
Innovative and dynamic, Betty founded Lean Education Enterprises to bring the power of Lean Process Improvement to schools. She is a licensed educator with over ten years experience teaching in urban and suburban environments. Betty introduced, adapted, and successfully implemented Lean principles throughout her career, resulting in more effective learning by students. As a co-Director of a Minnesota Charter school, she incorporated Lean Management in organization-wide operations which lead to increased collaboration, better communication among staff, and more efficient use of resources. Betty is a people person, an active listener, and energetically welcomes challenges. She is a national staff development presenter for the Institute of Educational Development and the Bureau of Education & Research, and a certified facilitator for the True Colors ™ Basic Awareness Program. She has served as a member of the judging panel for the American Society for Quality’s Education Team Excellence Award. Partnering with educators and schools, Betty is committed to providing all students with the world class education necessary to compete in a global society.
JOE ZISKOVSKY
A certified Lean Practitioner, Lean Master, and Lean Trainer, Joe initiated, coordinates, and leads a company-wide Lean program at a multi-national Twin Cities company. He serves as a Peer Lean Auditor for many of Minnesota’s large companies. Joe, a natural team builder and empowering leader, has served as an executive manager for 23 years. He has taught courses in Lean Application and Continuous Improvement, and continues to develop innovative Lean training curriculum and materials to meet specific organizational needs. Joe is an analytical, focused problem solver, yet he is flexible and adaptable by nature. He is an expert in the Socratic Method and in Process Improvement. Joe enjoys sharing his knowledge to help others achieve their highest level of success.