James Besse

James Besse is an experienced operations and business management professional with extensive expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Currently serving as General Manager of Operations at Future PolyTech since August 2021, James drives productivity and quality improvements on the shop floor. Previous roles include Senior Continuous Improvement Consultant at Kelly, where James applied Lean Six Sigma to enhance a large retail business, and Senior Continuous Improvement Manager at Romark Logistics, focusing on productivity in 3PL and co-pack operations. As a Master Black Belt Instructor at Trainerkart Americas, James taught Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing, while self-employment involved directing strategic sales and marketing for medical equipment businesses. Notable career achievements include P&L management of a half-billion-dollar business at Carestream Health, where James oversaw multiple medical product units, and a significant leadership role in continuous improvement at Eastman Kodak Company, enhancing product performance and revenue. Education includes various certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Corporate Finance, and Imaging Science from prestigious institutions.