Welcome to Lean Sensei International
Lean Sensei International - considered by many companies across North America as an organization that delivers the “purest form of lean” - is the only company in North America which specializes in implementing lean philosophies strictly through coaching. Lean Sensei International does not operate as a consulting firm, but instead, it acts as a “sensei” (“coach” in Japanese) on a long-term basis to provide relentless, unbiased assistance as if it was an extension of your company. It is also one of the very few companies in North America to have a true lean implementation experience directly from Japan and Toyota. Lean Sensei’s list of clients include Fortune 500 companies as well as small to mid-sized owner/operators.

Lean Sensei has an undisputed reputation in the industry as a true coaching lean company capable of advanced implementation of Toyota principles. Lean Sensei is currently conducting projects in the US, Canada, and Japan, and work with companies all around the world. Various programs, such as Lean Certification in Greenbelt, Blackbelt, and Master Blackbelt, as well as Executive Certifications are offered.

A variety of manufacturing companies, from small, customized manufacturers to multinational corporations, are turning to Lean Sensei because of its in-depth lean knowledge and experience. Its founder and President, David Koichi Chao, is an internationally recognized Lean Specialist who was born and raised in Japan. David Koichi Chao is a frequent speakers at various conferences and seminars. Lean Sensei is one of the largest lean coaching firms in Canada, with deepest level of direct Japan and Toyota experience.