AME Programs
AME Emerging Leaders
The AME Emerging Leaders program is a one-year commitment focused on professional development, learning and networking. Participants are nominated and selected to become fully engaged with the community through collaborating with a team, utilizing lean tools, completing a capstone project and presenting at the AME International Conference. The intent upon graduation is to take a leadership role within the larger lean community and assist a new AME Emerging Leader cohort on their journey. The program cultivates the next generation of continuous improvement leaders, who will strive to achieve AME’s mission to share, learn and grow.
Program benefits include:
Complimentary registration for the AME International Conference
Complimentary virtual summit access
AME Champions Club collaboration
Lean 101 training
Lean Boot Camp training (Yellow Belt)
Regional shared learning opportunities
Cultivating lean practices
Preparation and training to take a leading role in the lean community
Cost & Who Pays
The participant's employer may sponsor their respective nominee upon their acceptance into the program. The sponsoring organization must provide the time and resources for participants to attend the AME International Conference and conference activities that are critical to the success of the program. The $2,500 sponsorship fee covers full program benefits, excluding any incurred travel costs.
Sponsoring Organization Commitment
General managers, presidents and CEOs sponsoring candidates recognize that sending participants to the AME Emerging Leader program is valuable to both their employee and their organization. The leadership of sponsoring organizations understands that its commitment and support means allowing their Emerging Leader participant to attend the AME International Conference.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for the AME Emerging Leaders program, please submit a resume and a short introduction expressing your interest.