Developing leaders and coaches through disciplined daily practice
Our work in Harada Method Leadership Development is grounded in the belief that sustained performance begins with disciplined leadership and personal responsibility. Through Harada Method Leadership Development, we help leaders understand that continuous improvement is not a program or initiative, but a way of thinking, working, and leading—every day. This approach ensures that leadership growth is intentional, structured, and sustained over time.
George Trachilis brings over 30 years of experience in Lean and Lean leadership, along with more than 15 years of applied practice in Harada Method Leadership Development. His work integrates human development with operational excellence, aligning purpose, behavior, and daily leadership practice through the principles of Harada Method Leadership Development. George has supported leaders and organizations across industries and geographies and regularly speaks on leadership, culture, and continuous improvement, including at the Shingo Awards.
In 2025, George initiated the Global Harada Network of Coaches to expand the reach of Harada Method Leadership Development worldwide. This network brings together authorized, experienced coaches to support leaders and organizations in applying Harada Method Leadership Development with integrity, consistency, and disciplined daily practice. Supported by a shared digital platform, the network reinforces structure, reflection, accountability, and continuous learning across geographies.
Our focus remains clear and uncompromising: to steward the Harada Method responsibly, advance Harada Method Leadership Development, develop capable leaders and coaches, and sustain continuous improvement through disciplined daily leadership practice—locally and globally.
Innovation grows from structured thinking and continuous improvement. By creating space for reflection, experimentation, and learning through PDCA cycles, leaders are able to adapt and improve without losing focus or discipline. Innovation is treated as a practice—grounded in purpose and informed by real experience—not as a one‑time event.
Technology is used to support learning, visibility, and accountability—not to replace leadership. Tools such as OW64 reinforce daily reflection, routines, and progress tracking, making effort visible and learning shareable. Technology is intentionally configured to serve the organization’s needs, ensuring it strengthens disciplined practice and long‑term capability rather than creating dependency.
Excellence is pursued through disciplined daily practice rather than isolated achievements. We focus on clarity, consistency, and reflection as the foundations of high performance. By developing strong routines and personal responsibility, leaders learn to sustain excellence over time instead of relying on short‑term effort or motivation.
Results are a natural outcome of aligned intent and disciplined action. We emphasize behaviors and habits that consistently produce meaningful outcomes, recognizing that sustainable results come from clarity, ownership, and continuous learning. Success is measured not only by outcomes achieved, but by the capability developed to repeat them.
George Trachilis is a trusted personal coach to executives worldwide, bringing over 30 years of Lean leadership experience and more than 15 years applying the Harada Method globally. He partners with senior leaders to strengthen performance, discipline, and measurable goal achievement at the highest levels.
Founder of OEM Consultants Inc., recognized among Canada’s Hottest Growth Companies, George holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Manitoba. He co‑founded the Lean Leadership Institute and contributed to Developing Lean Leaders at All Levels, recipient of the 2016 Shingo Research Award.
Dr. Tom Lawless is an executive coach and results‑driven leader with over 25 years of experience improving safety, quality, cost, and delivery across corporate and military environments. A Master Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma, he has led large‑scale transformations and developed leaders through disciplined, values‑based leadership. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Nebraska Methodist College.
A retired U.S. Army Major, Tom led during Operation Iraqi Freedom, earning the Bronze Star and Combat Action Badge. His operational, academic, and military experience strengthens his work in executive leadership and continuous improvement.
Mark Fujiwara is a Director and Certified Portfolio Manager® at Baird with nearly three decades of experience in private wealth management. He serves as a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs and families, helping align wealth with purpose, performance, and long-term legacy.
He is the author of Superior Results and a guest instructor in family office strategy and M&A. An advocate for mental health and Executive Ambassador of THE REAL Mental Health Foundation, Mark champions the belief that wealth without wellbeing is just expensive suffering.
Brenton is based in Adelaide, Australia, and has extensive experience coaching businesses and individuals across a wide range of industries. He has served as a chair and judge for Business Excellence Awards, including Advanced Manufacturing and Business of the Year programs, giving him deep insight into high‑performing organizations and best practices. Brenton has designed and delivered Enterprise Development programs such as Fitness and Focus for Business Improvement, Visual Business Planning for SMEs, and Implementing the Plan and Putting Things into Action. His work focuses on practical strategies that help leaders turn vision into execution, improve performance, and build sustainable results.
Jose is a Continuous Improvement leader with over 25 years of experience helping people and organizations grow. He blends Lean and business process expertise with the Harada Method, a people‑focused approach that builds self‑reliance, purpose, and skills. Jose has led improvement efforts across manufacturing, commercial, and support teams to reduce costs, improve quality, and increase productivity. He also coaches individuals and leaders to set goals, stay accountable, and build mindset and confidence. With a background in Industrial Engineering and Lean Six Sigma certifications, he brings structure, empathy, and clear communication, working effectively with diverse teams in English and Spanish.
Kyle has helped organizations throughout his career—from startups to global brands such as Red Bull, Scotiabank, and GoodLife Fitness—push beyond their status quo. He is a disciplined practitioner focused on personal accountability, structured execution, and continuous improvement through the Harada Method and the OW64 system. A serial entrepreneur and strategic innovator with over three decades of experience, Kyle has helped organizations build authentic cultures and sustainable growth. His perspective is shaped by roles as founder, fractional CXO, and board member, as well as his commitment to community service, creativity, and purposeful leadership.
Ryan brings over 20 years of experience across operations, engineering, continuous improvement, and program management, with a strong track record of leading large‑scale initiatives and building high‑performing teams. He spent much of his career in the automotive industry, leading a Tier 1 supplier organization in Michigan, and later expanded his impact into medical equipment manufacturing within a fast‑paced, purpose‑driven environment. A graduate of Ferris State University in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Ryan practices servant leadership and is passionate about developing people, strengthening systems, and driving execution excellence. Outside of work, he enjoys an active family life with his wife and four children and is a dedicated 70.3 Ironman triathlete, committed to leading by example professionally and personally.
Saint is a Certified Harada Method Coach and active Toastmaster with a mission to become a Harada Method Subject Matter Expert within Toastmasters. He is currently teaching the Harada Method in two clubs and preparing to launch the Harada Toastmasters Club in 2026. With 45 years in semiconductor manufacturing across commercial, federal, and aerospace sectors—including IBM, Lockheed Martin, and BAE Systems—all at the same facility, Saint brings deep systems‑level insight. A U.S. Navy veteran in ship engineering and maintenance, he later earned an electronics degree and built strong leadership and communication skills through law enforcement, sales, and entrepreneurship. He currently serves as a Senior Engineering Technologist, respected for mastering the work from the ground up, much like a Warrant Officer.
Amos Kamil is a mission-driven psychotherapist who utilizes decades of experience in the creative arts, corporate branding, and investigative journalism to address complex human challenges. A Certified Harada Coach and decades-long practitioner of The Tools, he empowers individuals to defeat self-sabotage and achieve “Constant Forward Motion” through disciplined, routine-based growth. He also serves as a dedicated advocate for families navigating severe mental illness, working to bring specialized health programs to New Jersey. Amos is an award-winning author whose New York Times investigative work and off-Broadway plays have garnered international recognition for giving a human face to systemic issues. His combined clinical expertise, creative discipline, and mastery of success methodologies bring a profound perspective to leadership and personal expansion.
Fabian’s mission as a Harada Coach is to help individuals design a clear, actionable path toward their most ambitious goals — ensuring their daily habits align with their long‑term vision.
He brings large‑scale strategic experience to his coaching, having led operational excellence initiatives across five countries and impacted thousands of leaders and frontline team members. With a Master of Engineering and ongoing Stanford training, Fabian approaches human development through structured, measurable, data‑driven frameworks.
Grounded in Kaizen and Stoic resilience, he teaches clients to treat mistakes as data and continuously elevate their standards. He fosters a candid, high‑trust environment built on Radical Candor — delivering the direct feedback needed for growth alongside the support required to thrive.
The journey to becoming a certified coach is a structured process of growth, reflection, and disciplined practice. It begins with clarifying purpose and long‑term goals, then moves into developing the habits, routines, and skills required to support others in meaningful change. Along the way, participants learn proven coaching frameworks, deepen their ability to listen and ask powerful questions, and apply tools in real‑world settings. This is not about memorizing concepts—it is about embodying them. Through guided practice, feedback, and consistent application, coaches develop confidence, credibility, and the ability to help others turn intention into action.
This is an amazing journey because it transforms the coach as much as it empowers those they serve. Participants gain clarity, discipline, and a deeper understanding of themselves while learning how to elevate others. The process strengthens leadership, communication, and purpose—skills that extend far beyond coaching sessions into work, relationships, and life. Anyone who cares about growth, impact, and helping people reach their potential will find this journey both challenging and deeply rewarding. It’s not just a certification—it’s a pathway to becoming a better leader, guide, and human being.