Developing leaders and coaches through disciplined daily practice
Our work is grounded in the belief that sustained performance begins with disciplined leadership and personal responsibility. For decades, we have focused on developing leaders who understand that continuous improvement is not a program or initiative, but a way of thinking, working, and leading—every day.
George Trachilis brings over 30 years of experience in Lean and Lean leadership, and more than 15 years of applied practice with the Harada Method. His work integrates human development with operational excellence, helping leaders align purpose, behavior, and daily leadership practice. 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 meet the growing worldwide demand for disciplined, values‑based leadership development. This network brings together authorized, experienced coaches across time zones to support leaders and organizations in applying the Harada Method with integrity and consistency. The network is supported by a shared digital platform that enables structure, reflection, accountability, and continuous learning across geographies.
Our focus remains clear and uncompromising: to steward the Harada Method responsibly, develop capable leaders and coaches, and enable continuous improvement to be sustained 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 seasoned leadership practitioner with over 30 years of experience in Lean and Lean leadership and more than 15 years applying the Harada Method globally. He founded OEM Consultants Inc. in 2003, and by 2008 the firm was recognized on Canada’s Hottest Growth Companies list. Commissioned by the Government of Canada, George developed an online Lean course that educated more than 300 companies and later became the book OEM Principles of Lean Thinking, reaching over 100,000 learners in 60 countries. In 2013, he co‑founded the Lean Leadership Institute with Dr. Jeffrey K. Liker and contributed to Developing Lean Leaders at All Levels, which received the Shingo Research Award in 2016. George is known for integrating human development with operational excellence.
Dr. Tom Lawless is a 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 transformation efforts and developed improvement practitioners through disciplined, values‑based leadership. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Nebraska Methodist College. Tom retired as a U.S. Army Major after more than 25 years of service, including leadership during Operation Iraqi Freedom, where he was awarded the Bronze Star and Combat Action Badge. His combined operational, academic, and military experience brings a strong perspective to leadership development and continuous improvement.
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—from startups to global brands such as Red Bull, Scotiabank, and GoodLife Fitness—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.
Jose is a Continuous Improvement leader and personal development coach 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.
Brenton is based in Adelaide, Australia, and has extensive experience coaching both businesses and individuals across a wide range of industries. He has served as a chair and judge for numerous Business Excellence Awards programs, including Advanced Manufacturing and Business of the Year Awards, giving him deep insight into high‑performing organizations and best practices. Brenton has designed, developed, and delivered a variety of 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.
Raj Pathak is a dedicated and versatile professional with experience working across diverse teams, industries, and environments. He is known for a thoughtful, analytical approach and a strong commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Raj values collaboration and brings clear communication, adaptability, and problem‑solving skills to his work. He focuses on delivering practical, meaningful results while maintaining high standards of integrity and professionalism. Comfortable working with people from different backgrounds and perspectives, Raj contributes positively to team culture and supports organizational goals through reliability, curiosity, and a growth‑oriented mindset.