Masaaki Imai

Masaaki Imai is a pioneering figure in the field of Kaizen and Lean Management.

He founded the Kaizen Institute in 1985 to help companies implement continuous improvement practices.

Imai has authored influential books and articles, lectured globally, and consulted with international companies on kaizen principles.

His work focuses on integrating various management practices into client companies' cultural environments.

Imai introduced the concept of studying Japanese management methods through organized missions, a service his institute continues to provide.

His expertise spans both leadership and frontline issues, emphasizing the transformation from result-oriented to process-oriented business approaches.