E126: Using Lean Six Sigma to Make Wishes Come True with Kristle Bulleman

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Lean Six Sigma for Good Podcast

Brion Hurley: Lean Six Sigma for Good

25 episodes

1 month ago

A business podcast dedicated to teaching and sharing how the popular business improvement methodologies of Lean and Six Sigma can be applied to environmental impacts (water, air emissions, solid waste, trash, rubbish, hazardous waste, toxins, and energy) and societal issues (homelessness, government agencies, education, healthcare, gender equality, poverty, etc). These techniques and principles can help businesses, nonprofit organizations, NGO's, not-for-profit organizations and local communities save money, engage employees and residents, and become better stewards of the environment. Learn more at LeanSixSigmaForGood.com

Keywords: Lean, Six Sigma, Environment, Sustainability, Green, Energy Reduction, Energy Conservation, Carbon Footprint, Triple Bottom Line, Eco-friendly, Environmental Sustainability, Water Conservation, Lean Six Sigma, Business Improvement, Process Efficiency, Zero Waste, Waste Reduction, Efficiency, Poverty, Donations, Homelessness, Healthcare

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E126: Using Lean Six Sigma to Make Wishes Come True with Kristle Bulleman

Lean Six Sigma for Good Podcast

31 minutes 3 seconds

1 month ago

E126: Using Lean Six Sigma to Make Wishes Come True with Kristle Bulleman

In this episode, I share an uplifting interview with Kristle Bulleman, Process Manager at Make-A-Wish. She shares insights into her process improvement role at this well-respected nonprofit, outlining the impactful work done by Make-A-Wish to grant wishes for children with critical illnesses. We dive into her experiences in using Lean and Six Sigma tools to enhance process efficiency across and between various departments and chapters. She also discusses her background in volunteering, her path to Make-A-Wish, and the importance of fostering a continuous improvement mindset within nonprofit organizations. Hear firsthand how she and her team are tackling process improvement projects, developing and expanding Lean Six Sigma training, and the rewarding journey of wish granting for children and their families.

00:32 Kristle’s Role at Make-A-Wish01:49 Process Improvement at Make-A-Wish04:34 Kristle’s Background and Journey09:13 Volunteer Experience and Wish Granting13:03 Current Projects and Process Management19:25 Training and Development Programs26:09 Empowering Champions and Collaborative Culture29:23 Conclusion and Contact Information

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Links

* Kristle Bulleman – LinkedIn

* Email: kbulleman@wish.org

* Make-A-Wish

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