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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.

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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Six Course Leadership Training Series – Martinsville – Fall 2026
New College Institute (NCI) 191 Fayette Street, Martinsville, VA, United StatesDrive 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...
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Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
The Institute for Advanced Learning & Research 230 Slayton Ave, Danville, VAIn partnership with the Danville Office of Economic Development and Tourism, GENEDGE is pleased to announce the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt course. 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...
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The State of Manufacturing: A Southern Virginia Perspective #MFD26
New College Institute (NCI) 191 Fayette Street, Martinsville, VA, United StatesOverview Celebrating Southern Virginia's manufacturing past, present, and future with industry leaders, innovators, and educators. This premier Manufacturing Month event will bring together more than 200 manufacturers, business leaders, educators, economic development professionals, elected officials, and community stakeholders to celebrate Southern Virginia's manufacturing heritage while exploring the present and future...
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Cobotic Alliance Center/HAMMER Open House – Oct 2026
Cobotic Alliance Center - SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing) 1344 Ballentine Blvd, Norfolk, VA, United StatesOpen 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...
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Cobotic Welding for Leaders (Half-Day Course) – Nov 2026
Cobotic Alliance Center - SCA (at Tabet Manufacturing) 1344 Ballentine Blvd, Norfolk, VA, United StatesHalf-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