Rachel Regan

Rachel Regan has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Rachel is currently working as the Executive Director of Events at Lean Enterprise Institute since January 2023. Prior to this role, they held the position of Senior Summit Advisor at the same company from October 2021 to January 2023. Rachel also has experience with Catalysis Inc., where they worked as a Program Director starting from February 2019. Rachel later took on the role of Director of Events and Payment Initiatives, focusing on transforming the healthcare industry. Before joining Catalysis Inc., Rachel served as the Director of Events and Community Support at Lean Enterprise Institute from January 2004 to April 2014. Rachel'sresponsibilities included strategy and execution of events and supporting the lean community. Rachel began their career at Total Systems Development as a Consultant, working with manufacturing and construction companies to implement lean practices. Rachel also co-developed training programs and contributed to a guide on lean manufacturing. Rachel's early experience includes working as a Quality Engineer at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky from July 1993 to May 1999.

Rachel Regan obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University and the Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering. Rachel attended these institutions from 1990 to 1993. Prior to that, they attended the Texas Academy of Math and Science from 1988 to 1990, although no degree or field of study is specified. Rachel Regan also holds additional certifications, including a Lean Bronze Certification from SME and a Lean Bronze Exam from the Shingo Institute - Home of the Shingo Prize. However, the specific dates of when they obtained these certifications are not provided.