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“Thank you for your time and patience. We have provided various leadership training over the last 3-4 years. The training you provided is by far the best we have experienced.” – Brian C. Wilson, Production Manager, Packaging Corporation of America – PCA

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Six Course Leadership Training Classes – Check the Events Calendar to Stay Up to Date On Current Classes

Join us for an exclusive 6-course leadership training series tailored specifically for the dynamic manufacturing sector! Dive deep into the core tenets of leadership and learn how to navigate, inspire, and drive growth within your manufacturing company. Whether you’re a mid-level manager, a frontline supervisor, or preparing for a supervisory role, this series is designed with you in mind.

What You Will Gain:

  • Leadership Foundations
  • Efficient operational strategies
  • The power of data-driven decisions
  • Embracing technology and innovation
  • Team Dynamics and Effective Communication
  • Strategic Planning & Vision
  • Change Management in Manufacturing
  • Developing a Leadership Legacy

Half-Day Hands-On Process Improvement Classes – Check the Events Calendar to Stay Up to Date On Current Classes

Join us for a transformative half-day lean overview paired with hands-on simulation, this interactive training accommodates 10-13 keen learners.

Lean 102 Class in Wytheville, Virginia

What’s In Store?

  • Participants will go through three quick simulation rounds to teach concepts. Operators will build K’nex “Widgets” to simulate a traditional manufacturing operation.
  • A training overview will address standard lean tools and improvement methodologies, including lot size reduction, single piece flow and simulation results will demonstrate impacts to business in lead times, profitability and productivity.
  • In the simulation’s third round the team applies concepts of kaizen and process improvement to create their own process flow, which they can see the results of the changes and improvements over the three rounds.

Also available as a dedicated workshop for Spanish speaking staff.


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  • Driving Performance Improvement by Building a Safety-First Culture

    Manufacturing Insights Series
    Winchester Regional Airport Conference Center 491 Airport Rd., Winchester, VA, United States

    Safety culture is not just a compliance requirement. It is a performance driver. Driving Performance Improvement by Building a Safety-First Culture equips supervisors and safety leaders with a research-informed understanding of how safety behaviors influence productivity, quality, retention, and operational stability. Built on proven principles from safety science, human factors,...

    $125
  • Digitizing Legacy Machines: Making Your Manufacturing Data Work for You

    Virginia Western Community College 3091 Colonial Ave, Roanioke, VA, United States

    Overview Learn to turn machine data into operational gains with classroom learning, live tech demos, and real-world business application. Make Your Manufacturing Data Work for You You don't need new machines to run a smarter operation. You need a way to capture what your existing machines already know, and turn...

    Free
  • How to Reduce Manufacturing Cost Through Energy-Aware Supply Chain Decisions

    Greater Richmond Partnership + GENEDGE
    Greater Richmond Partnership 800 E. Canal Street, Suite 800, Richmond, VA, United States

    This executive session takes a deeper look at an issue that is increasingly shaping sourcing and supply chain decisions: energy. Energy is no longer just a utility expense. It is a hidden driver of cost, risk and resilience across the supply chain. Join the GENEDGE and the Greater Richmond Partnership to...

    Free
  • Getting CMMC-Ready: A Practical Roadmap for Manufacturers

    Roanoke Regional Chamber + GENEDGE
    Qualichem 616 Idaho Street, Salem, VA

    This one-hour session is designed to give manufacturers a clear, practical introduction to Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance requirements for companies serving, or seeking to serve, the defense supply chain. The discussion will explain CMMC in plain business terms and outline key timelines and what manufacturers need to do...

    Free
  • Cobotic Alliance Center/HAMMER Open House – Jul 2026

    HAMMER Program
    Cobotic Alliance Center - SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing) 1344 Ballentine Blvd, Norfolk, VA, United States

    Open houses include a center tour, live demonstrations, and time for questions with SCA staff. The Cobotic Alliance Center is a regional hub dedicated to helping small and medium-sized manufacturers in Hampton Roads adopt and integrate cobotic welding. The Center provides hands-on demonstrations, training, and real-world evaluation of cobotic systems...

  • Cobotic Welding for Leaders (Half-Day Course) – Aug 2026

    HAMMER Program
    Cobotic Alliance Center - SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing) 1344 Ballentine Blvd, Norfolk, VA, United States

    Half-day course for manufacturing leaders exploring cobotic welding. Hands-on demos, ROI discussion, and guidance from interest to adoption.   Overview This half-day course is designed for manufacturing leaders who need to make informed, business-driven decisions about cobotic welding adoption. Rather than focusing on programming or operator-level training, the session provides...

    $250
  • Six Course Leadership Training Series – Martinsville – Fall 2026

    Leadership Series
    New College Institute (NCI) 191 Fayette Street, Martinsville, VA, United States

    Drive results with stronger frontline leaders Join GENEDGE for a six-course leadership training series designed specifically for the manufacturing sector. This practical series helps current and emerging leaders strengthen the skills they need to communicate effectively, coach employees, set clear expectations, manage performance, build trust, and resolve workplace conflict. Whether...

    $1500
  • Cobotic Alliance Center/HAMMER Open House – Oct 2026

    HAMMER Program
    Cobotic Alliance Center - SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing) 1344 Ballentine Blvd, Norfolk, VA, United States

    Open houses include a center tour, live demonstrations, and time for questions with SCA staff. The Cobotic Alliance Center is a regional hub dedicated to helping small and medium-sized manufacturers in Hampton Roads adopt and integrate cobotic welding. The Center provides hands-on demonstrations, training, and real-world evaluation of cobotic systems...

  • Cobotic Welding for Leaders (Half-Day Course) – Nov 2026

    HAMMER Program
    Cobotic Alliance Center - SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing) 1344 Ballentine Blvd, Norfolk, VA, United States

    Half-day course for manufacturing leaders exploring cobotic welding. Hands-on demos, ROI discussion, and guidance from interest to adoption.   Overview This half-day course is designed for manufacturing leaders who need to make informed, business-driven decisions about cobotic welding adoption. Rather than focusing on programming or operator-level training, the session provides...

    $250