In today’s fast-paced environments, delays and inefficiencies can significantly erode productivity, profitability, and team morale. This presentation explores how organizations can leverage key principles to eliminate bottlenecks, accelerate projects, boost team morale, and drive measurable results. This session will provide actionable insights on identifying root causes of project problems, implementing effective strategies, and fostering a culture of breakthroughs and continuous improvement. Attendees will learn how to enhance team engagement and collaboration, simplify decision-making, and accelerate project delivery without compromising quality. See how innovative, contrarian thinking helps companies across industries to transform constraints into catalysts for successful projects. Whether you’re a project manager, executive, or team leader, this presentation will equip you with the tools and strategies to turn delays into competitive advantage to consistently deliver value—on time, in shorter time.
Overview
About the Speaker
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Joe Cooper
Future State EngineeringBiographyJoe Cooper has over 25 years of experience optimizing operational effectiveness across industries such as insurance, finance, manufacturing, and pharma. A systems thinker and trusted advisor, he drives transformative change by helping executives foster cultures of productivity, trust, and high morale. Joe holds BS degrees from Indiana State University and certifications in PMP (PMI) and TOC Project Management (TOCICO), bringing a wealth of expertise to help organizations achieve breakthrough performance.
Pricing & Registration
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Sessions | $195 | $220 |
| Workshops | $195 | $220 |
| Best Value Full Conference (5-10 Sessions) |
$195 | $220 |
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Session | $112.50 | $125 |
| 2 Sessions | $202.50 | $225 |
| 3 Sessions | $270 | $300 |
| 4-8 Sessions | $405 | $450 |
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Half-Day Workshops (W4, W11) | FREE | FREE |
| One-Hour Sessions (W12, W13, W14, W18) | FREE | FREE |
| Two-Hour Sessions (W16, W17) | $50 | $75 |
| Weld-Ed Conference (W5) | $50 | $75 |
| Half-Day Sessions (W2, W3, W7, W10) | $345 | $430 |
| Full-Day Sessions (W6, W8, W9) | $565 | $665 |
| Two-Day Session (W1) | $795 | $895 |
| Professional Program (W15) | $395 | $495 |
* Non-member price for AWS Welding Full-Day Sessions only includes a one-year AWS Individual Membership.