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Sammy Obara

Senior Partner at Honsha; Lean Enterprise Instructor & Author of 'Toyota by Toyota'

Senior Partner at Honsha; Lean Enterprise Instructor & Author of 'Toyota by Toyota'

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Sammy Obara Biography

Sammy Obara is a seasoned professional with deep expertise in Lean and the Toyota Production System (TPS). Over the course of four decades, he has successfully introduced, guided and applied Lean practices in various organizations and countries.

Sammy's personal Lean journey began at Toyota facilities in Japan, Brazil, Venezuela, and the United States. Through immersive hands-on experiences, he gained a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles of TPS/Lean. Today, he serves as a trusted mentor, coach, and trainer, sharing his knowledge with esteemed Lean consulting firms, renowned educational institutions, and even engaging in humanitarian missions across Asia, Africa, and South America.

As a faculty member at Lean Enterprise Institute (LEI) and an instructor of Global Strategy Management for the California Community College system, Sammy imparts invaluable insights to the learning setting. He is invited as a guest lecturer for post-graduate classes at esteemed institutions like UC San Diego, Harvard University, Stanford University, University of Southern California, La Verne, and San Diego State University.

Having assisted over 450 companies worldwide in implementing TPS/Lean projects, Sammy's expertise spans across diverse sectors and countries. He has successfully guided organizations in their Lean journey in environments ranging from schools and hospitals to military organizations.

Currently, Sammy continues to contribute his skills to the implementation of Lean practices through Honsha.ORG. His extensive experience and significant contributions have solidified his reputation as a respected figure in Lean methodologies, making him an invaluable resource for organizations and individuals striving to reach their next level of operational excellence.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/22/2024.

Sammy Obara Videos

  • The Culture of Kaizen with Honsha's Sammy Obara
    Multimedia Editor Jennifer Pierce sits down with Sammy Obara, Senior Partner at Honsha, after attending the presentation, Lean Manufacturing — The...
  • The Habits of Lean Leadership with Sammy Obara
    Join Sammy Obara at the Lean Summit in Houston, TX this March 27-28 of intense learning and sharing. Make the most of your travel and take a workshop...
  • Lean Talks: An International Cultural Perspective on Lean by Sammy Obara
    We gave 10 minutes LEI faculty member Sammy Obara to deliver a lean talk. The only requirements are that they are informative and entertaining. Sammy...

Sammy Obara Books

  • Toyota by Toyota: Reflections from the Inside Leaders on the Techniques That Revolutionized the Industry
    Toyota by Toyota: Reflections from the Inside Leaders on the Techniques That Revolutionized the Industry

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