NOTE: Bring your own laptop, or use one provided in the classroom. It is no necessary to have a paid Chat GPT account to attend class.

AI has the potential to transform professional workflows, but leveraging it effectively requires more than just basic usage. This two-part workshop series helps professionals across all departments develop a strategic understanding of AI while gaining extensive hands-on practice. Participants will master advanced prompting techniques, create custom AI assistants, and develop practical AI integration plans to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand how large language models work and their real-world applications.
• Identify and mitigate common AI pitfalls like hallucinations and bias.
• Apply advanced prompting techniques for more accurate, detailed results.
• Design custom AI assistants tailored to specific business needs.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Boost productivity by integrating AI into daily workflows.
• Improve accuracy with AI-driven insights and refined outputs.
• Empower teams with AI tools customized for their roles and challenges.

Ready to take AI from theory to practice? Register today and start optimizing your workflow with AI!

Trainer Bio: Emiliano equips leaders with practical strategies to navigate workplace change, enhance team dynamics, and improve communication. As co-founder of Soligo, an AI-driven learning company, he focuses on using technology to amplify human potential. His engaging, results-driven training creates lasting impact.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

Many organizations struggle with inefficiencies, siloed departments, and wasted resources. Lean Principles provides a structured approach to eliminating waste, optimizing processes, and improving value delivery across all functions. This foundational course is designed for employees at all levels looking to build a culture of continuous improvement that enhances productivity and customer satisfaction.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand Lean thinking and its impact on business efficiency.
• Identify and eliminate waste to improve process flow.
• Apply Lean tools and techniques to optimize value streams.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Increase efficiency by reducing waste and streamlining operations.
• Improve collaboration by aligning teams around shared goals.
• Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering higher-quality products and services.

Ready to create a more efficient, value-driven organization? Register today and start applying Lean principles to your business!

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu 

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

Training Details: October 20th & 27th, 2025 | 8am - 5pm 

*Class Held In-Person*

Inefficient processes can lead to wasted time, resources, and poor customer experiences. This interactive two-day workshop equips participants with essential process mapping tools to identify inefficiencies, streamline workflows, and improve overall performance. Designed for professionals seeking to enhance process efficiency, this training provides hands-on experience with different mapping techniques and their practical applications.

Learning Objectives:

• Define, map, and analyze business processes from a customer perspective.
• Identify inefficiencies and perform gap analyses to uncover improvement opportunities.
• Create and apply system, relationship, current-state, and future-state process maps.

Why This Matters to You:

• Improve operational efficiency by identifying and eliminating waste.
• Enhance customer satisfaction through streamlined and optimized processes.
• Enable teams to visualize workflows and drive continuous improvement.

Ready to optimize your business processes? Enroll today and gain the tools to drive efficiency and innovation in your organization!

Trainer Bio: Guy is a business process improvement expert with extensive experience in process mapping, operational efficiency, and workflow optimization. He specializes in helping organizations identify inefficiencies, implement process improvements, and drive sustainable change. With a hands-on approach, Guy equips participants with practical tools to enhance productivity and streamline business operations.

*Class Held In-Person*

Continuous improvement depends on structured problem-solving. Many organizations struggle with recurring challenges that hinder efficiency and innovation. This hands-on course provides practical tools and techniques to identify root causes, develop sustainable solutions, and implement effective countermeasures using the PDCA-A3 methodology. Designed for professionals in operations, management, and process improvement roles, this training enhances problem-solving capabilities for long-term success.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and Define Problems: Clearly articulate and classify issues for effective resolution.
• Analyze and Prioritize Root Causes: Diagnose problems using structured techniques.
• Apply the Right Problem-Solving Approach: Match methodologies to different challenges.
• Utilize Problem-Solving Models and Tools: Implement frameworks that drive effective solutions.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase Efficiency: Minimize recurring issues that disrupt workflow.
• Improve Decision-Making: Use structured analysis for data-driven solutions.
• Foster a Culture of Continuous Improvement: Encourage proactive problem-solving across teams.

Ready to transform the way you approach problem-solving? Register today!

Trainer Bio: Guy Martindale is a seasoned process improvement expert with extensive experience in Lean methodologies and problem-solving frameworks. He has helped organizations implement PDCA-A3 techniques to drive efficiency, innovation, and operational excellence.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person*

Organizations that excel in efficiency and sustainability don’t just happen by chance—clear visual controls and structured processes play a vital role. The 7S methodology enhances workplace organization, reduces errors, and prevents disruptions, all while fostering a green and sustainable mindset at the grassroots level. Designed for professionals, team leaders, and managers, this one-day training provides practical insights into implementing 7S principles for a leaner, greener workplace.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the seven principles of 7S and their impact on organizational performance.
• Learn how to implement 7S to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and create a sustainable work environment.
• Identify common pitfalls and best practices to ensure long-term success in 7S adoption.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhances workplace efficiency by minimizing errors and disruptions.
• Supports sustainability goals by embedding green practices into daily operations.
• Strengthens organizational culture through structured, visually-driven workplace improvements.

Take the first step toward a more efficient, sustainable, and well-organized workplace—enroll in this 7S training today!

Trainer Bio: Jes is a seasoned expert in lean management and workplace organization, specializing in implementing sustainable and efficient business practices. With extensive experience in process improvement and operational excellence, Jes has successfully guided numerous organizations in adopting 7S principles for long-term efficiency and sustainability.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held In-Person*

Effective process visualization is critical for identifying inefficiencies and streamlining operations. This course provides hands-on instruction on Value Stream Mapping (VSM), helping professionals analyze workflows, eliminate waste, and drive continuous improvement within their organizations.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop and Analyze Value Stream Maps: Create current and future state maps to identify improvement opportunities.

• Categorize Operations and Identify Waste: Use product matrices to assess process inefficiencies and cost-saving potentials.

• Link Value Stream Mapping to Improvement Initiatives: Recognize how VSM aligns with Kaizen events and lean methodologies.

• Enhance Workplace Efficiency: Identify and implement process optimizations to improve workflow and productivity.

Why This Matters to You:

• Increase Operational Efficiency: Streamline processes and reduce waste for improved performance.

• Drive Cost Savings: Use VSM to link inefficiencies directly to financial impact.

• Support Continuous Improvement: Leverage mapping techniques to implement sustainable workplace enhancements.

Ready to optimize your operations? Register for “Value Stream Mapping: Driving Efficiency and Continuous Improvement” today!

Trainer Bio: Guy Martindale is a process improvement specialist with extensive experience in Lean methodologies and Value Stream Mapping. He has worked across industries to help organizations identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and implement strategic improvements for long-term success.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

Before your training: Please come up with a potential work project which may be used as your class project.  The project should be between 3 to 12-month time horizon.

There will be a group assignment.

Successfully managing projects requires the right skills, strategies, and tools to navigate complex tasks and deadlines. This comprehensive 24-hour course equips both beginners and experienced professionals with essential project management principles to improve efficiency and drive successful outcomes. Designed for professionals across industries, this hands-on training covers resource allocation, scheduling, and critical path planning to enhance project execution.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and allocate project resources effectively.
• Develop and manage project schedules to ensure timely completion.
• Create critical path planning reports to track progress and optimize workflows.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Improve project efficiency by completing tasks on time and within budget.
• Enhance team collaboration and communication for smoother execution.
• Increase overall productivity with structured project management strategies.

Ready to elevate your project management skills? Enroll today and gain the tools to lead successful projects with confidence!

Trainer Bio: Jes Vargas has over 25 years of experience in engineering, project management, and executive leadership at companies like GCS Inc., Bombardier, and Siemens. With a background in Mechanical Engineering, an MBA in Operations, and certifications in Total Quality Management and Lean Manufacturing, he specializes in driving organizational success through strategic project management and continuous improvement.

Duration: Variable based on organizational needs:

• Initial assessment and strategy session (4 hours)
• Implementation workshops (multiple 3-hour sessions)
• Progress reviews and iteration sessions (2-hour sessions)
• Total timeline typically spans 3-6 months

Successfully adopting AI requires more than just tools—it demands a strategic, organization-wide approach. This customized program guides businesses through the full AI integration process, from initial assessment to full-scale implementation. Working directly with leadership and teams, our expert facilitators develop a tailored roadmap that aligns AI adoption with business objectives, ensures responsible governance, and equips employees with the skills needed to maximize AI’s potential.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop a comprehensive AI strategy aligned with business goals.
• Create a phased implementation roadmap with clear milestones and KPIs.
• Establish governance frameworks for responsible AI use.
• Build and deploy custom AI tools to enhance productivity.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Maximize ROI by implementing AI solutions that drive measurable results.
• Ensure sustainable adoption with a structured, phased approach.
• Empower employees with AI training and innovation opportunities.

Ready to future-proof your organization with AI? Contact us today to develop your custom AI integration plan!

Trainer Bio: Emiliano equips leaders with practical strategies to navigate workplace change, enhance team dynamics, and improve communication. As co-founder of Soligo, an AI-driven learning company, he focuses on using technology to amplify human potential. His engaging, results-driven training creates lasting impact.

Contact us to customize this course for your business!

Call 530.895.9015, email TheTrainingPlace@butte.edu, or sign up below to be contacted.