UT Center for Industrial Services

Daltile has always been at the forefront of innovation and efficiency in the tile manufacturing industry. To build on its existing strengths, Dal-Tile’s Tennessee facility sought to further enhance its operations by fostering a sustainable lean culture. The leadership team was eager to empower employees with continuous improvement practices, ensuring the company remained competitive and efficient. For help, Dal-Tile turned to TMEP, part of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) National Network™. Read More: https://lnkd.in/eaXGth32 #lean #leanmanufacturing #MEPNN #manufacturing #toyotakata #kata #mepnationalnetwork UT Center for Industrial Services

📢 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team! UT CIS is seeking a Health, Safety & Emergency Preparedness Consultant to join our team. If you or someone in your network would be interested in applying for this position, please visit https://lnkd.in/gd7--iRu

Ready to take your economic development efforts to the next level? TCED's TN Business Retention and Expansion Course provides the expertise you need to retain and expand local businesses. From strategic planning to effective outreach, this course covers essential topics for fostering a vibrant business ecosystem. Don't miss out – enroll now! https://lnkd.in/dsviGs_U

Our TCED team is in Chattanooga, TN today for the TN Entrepreneurships and Small Business Development Course! Over the next two days, we will explore the vital role small businesses play in driving economic growth at both the local and regional levels with the amazing Mo Collins. We'll gain insights into the needs of entrepreneurs and small businesses while developing effective networks and strategies to support their growth and development. Lori Barton Kim K. Denton, CEcDTintin Czach, TCEcD #TCEDProgram #EconomicDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Chattanooga #Learning #EconomicDevelopment

In recognition of National Black Business Month, the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) has been highlighting successful Black-owned businesses across the state. On August 8, 2024, TNECD Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter, alongside Memphis Mayor Paul Young, paid a visit to Hardy Beverages to celebrate the company's achievements. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eN-wshgg Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) #mepnn #manufacturing #SmallBusinessSpotlight #BlackOwnedBusiness Bernadette Fuller #NationalBlackBusinessMonth #Memphis #MemphisSmallBusiness

Check out the latest post from Tim Waldo's Optimized People Development System blog! Read Lean Principles Applied to the People Development System at https://lnkd.in/eeF_iDNA. Tim serves as our UT CIS Workforce Development Consultant. #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkplaceDevelopment #PeopleSystems

Last week we celebrated the 1-year anniversary of our Executive Peer Group with insights from Brian Lentz, Assistant Coach for UT Men’s Basketball, on recruiting and retention. His message? Success in both sports and business hinges on strong relationships, clear communication, and empowering others. Grateful to be leading with Ashleigh Walters a group that’s committed to growth and leadership in East TN. Looking forward to another year of learning and collaboration! ➡️We are still accepting manufacturing leaders to join this year's cohort. For more information contact your local solutions consultant. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e_VeFgW3 #ManufacturingLeaders #Retention #Recruiting #ExecutivePeerGroup #Leadership #manufacturing #mepnn

Join us in Knoxville September 25, 2024 for 8-Hour HAZWOPER, Hazardous Waste Site Worker training. This course meets refresher requirements of 29 CFR 1910.120 for those who have completed either the 40 or 24 hours course. You will review hazard analysis and be updated on new regulations. See highlights from a past class!📷 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eqdqhXVS

🚨 Attention East Tennessee Businesses & Manufacturers🚨Register for the NO COST introductory workforce development workshop: The Optimized People Development System in collaboration with East Tennessee American Job Centers. Join us in 👉 Oak Ridge, Vonore, or Maryville this fall 👈 to learn how to level up your workforce development strategy and system. Find dates & Register here: https://lnkd.in/gx-R-MwG Contact Tim Waldo at [email protected] for more information. #workforcedevelopment #mepnn #freetraining #manufacturing

Check out the latest post from Tim Waldo's Optimized People Development System blog! Read Applying the 5 Lean Principles to the People Development System at https://lnkd.in/esfxHPJu. Tim serves as our UT CIS Workforce Development Consultant. #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkplaceDevelopment #PeopleSystems