MLC Lean Virtual Coffee with Tom Lego

  • Friday, November 14, 2025
  • 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
  • Virtual

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  • Event is free for MLC Members

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Join us for a MLC Lean Virtual Coffee!

Virtual | Free For Members | 8:30am - 9:30am

Topic: Toyota Material Handling and the Culture of the Toyota Production System

Join us for an inside look at Toyota Material Handling and the culture that powers the Toyota Production System (TPS). Learn how TPS principles drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement—shaping one of the world’s most respected manufacturing systems.

Speaker: Tom Lego 

Brand Ambassador | Toyota Material Handling


Tom Lego is a longtime Toyota Material Handling Associate and currently serves as the company’s Brand Ambassador. Since joining Toyota Industrial Equipment Manufacturing in 1991, Lego has held a variety of positions, including management roles in sales administration, production control, material handling, purchasing, corporate services, technical, parts and sales training, kaizen project management and as the manager of Toyota’s customer center. In his current position, Lego serves as a corporate representative of the Toyota Forklift brand, and supports dealer, national account, supplier and community education visits to the company’s North American headquarters in Columbus, Indiana where he annually hosts thousands of guests interested in observing the Toyota Production System at work.

What is a Virtual Coffee?

A Virtual Coffee offers a relaxed and engaging platform to connect with Lean professionals and explore meaningful discussions in a collaborative virtual environment. These sessions combine the best of our Coffee Chats and Book Club, offering a platform to discuss all things Lean, share professional challenges, and explore solutions with like-minded peers. 

  • Opportunity to connect with other Lean practitioners and like-minded individuals. 

  • Attendees are able to ask questions, interact with the presenter and other attendees virtually.  

Why attend?

    • Leverage Collective Knowledge: Tap into the expertise of our MLC membership. 

    • Focus on Lean Implementation: Discuss practical applications of Lean tools and strategies. 

    • Networking Opportunities: Expand your network of Lean professionals. 

    • Share and Learn: Exchange best practices and gain insights from others' experiences. 

    • Stay Engaged: Stay connected with the MLC community and learn about upcoming events. 

    Join us for a session filled with ideas, insights, and inspiration—all from the comfort of your home or office!

    Cost

    Members: Free

    Non-Members: $20

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