The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism (DOEDT), in partnership with GENEDGE, will host an Accelerated Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training on September 22-23, 2026. This interactive, hands-on workshop will provide participants with a practical foundation in proven methods for identifying problems, improving workflows, reducing errors and driving better business results.
During this two-day program, participants will explore:
Lean principles and the elimination of non-value-added activity
The Eight Wastes and process efficiency concepts
Six Sigma principles and the reduction of process variation
The DMAIC problem-solving framework
Integration of Lean and Six Sigma methods
Root cause analysis techniques
Process mapping and workflow visualization
Data-driven decision-making fundamentals
Practical tools for identifying and reducing waste, delays, defects and inefficiencies
Participants will also take part in a hands-on Lean simulation that demonstrates how process improvement tools can positively impact quality, productivity, throughput, customer satisfaction and costs.
Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to recognize waste, variation and process inefficiencies within their organizations; explain the foundational principles of Lean and Six Sigma; and identify opportunities to improve quality, delivery, customer service, safety and overall workplace performance. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.
"This training is valuable for far more than just the manufacturing sector," said Kelvin Perry, assistant director of the DOEDT. "Whether you work in manufacturing, healthcare, education, government, or another industry, the skills learned through Lean Six Sigma can help improve processes, increase efficiency, and support better outcomes. Investing in professional development helps organizations remain competitive and better positioned for long-term success."
The workshop will be held at the Institute for Advanced Learning & Research, 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Breakfast and lunch will be provided on both days.
Cost is $375 per individual.
This content is sourced from
City of Danville
. It reflects the author's views and has not been edited by our newsroom. It may have been generated using AI assistance.
